Research and White Papers

Through its annual White Paper program, the SMPS Foundation produces ground-breaking research that provides a true benefit to SMPS, its members, and the industry.

2011 Thought Leadership Series

These White Papers were released to the media and attendees during Build Business, the SMPS National Conference, August 24–26, in Chicago. They are now available to members (free of charge) and the public (for a minimal charge). To download the latest A/E/C industry research, members need to first log in to www.smps.org and non-members need to create an account. See "How To Download The White Papers" below for complete instructions.

“The Client’s Use of Social Media and Social Networking” by Holly Bolton, CPSM; Dana Galvin, CPSM; and Adam Kilbourne, CPSM
Liaison: Scott D. Butcher, CPSM

“Best Practices in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Strategic Alliances” by Mark Buckshon, CPSM
Liaison: Alexandra S. Brown

“Marketing to the Mind” by Matt Handal
Liaison: Leslie L. Sluger, AIA, LEED AP

“Best Practices in Competitive Intelligence” by A. Krista Sykes, Ph.D.
Liaisons: Scott W. Braley, FAIA, FRSA, and Kirsten A. Sibilia, Assoc AIA, LEED AP

“Funnel Government Funds to Your Clients' Projects: Five Components of a Strong Government Affairs Program” by Hope Wilson, CPSM
Liaison: Marion T. Thatch, FSMPS, CPSM

Editors:
• Ron W. Garikes, FSMPS
• Julie Olson, FSMPS
• Cyndi M. Paskoff, CPSM

Media Relations Support: Cricket Robertson, CPSM

Task Force Co-Chairs: Taree Bollinger, CPSM, and Bill Long, P.E., FSMPS, CPSM 

How To Download The White Papers

White Papers from 2001–2011 are available to SMPS members free of charge through the SMPS shopping cart. To get to the cart, click on this link. Order the papers you want to download. Upon completion of your order, you will be able to download the PDFs by visiting “My Account” and then, “My Downloads.”

*Please note: you must first log in to the SMPS Web site to receive the free member price.

Non-members may purchase SMPS White Papers as well for a nominal fee. You must create an account in order to purchase and download the research papers. Then, visit the cart and select the papers you wish to order. Upon completion of your order, you are able to access the PDFs by visiting “My Account” and then, “My Downloads.”

If you need assistance with this process, contact michele@smps.org or call 1.800.292.7677 ext. 245.

Click here for descriptions of White Papers released from 2001–2011.

For more information

Contact Michele Santiago, SMPS National Marketing Director, at 1.800.292.7677, x245, or michele@smps.org.