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Costs in selecting authoring tool
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June 30, 2004
Building a cost module for the implementation of Authoring tool,
What cost components do I need to take into account?
Is it only the software package? or are there any hidden costs I should be aware of when approaching vendors?
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If your organization is planning on developing eLearning, CBT or WBT, there are a number of factors in selecting an authoring tool. Certainly the cost of the s/w is a factor. How easy is it to use? Are there training costs involved or the cost of learning the program? Also, which tool is the most efficient for the developer to use? One tool may take longer than the other to come to the same result.
An important thing to look at is whether the software company will be in business in a few years. Many have sold authoring tools and later stopped supporting them. You don't want to get stuck with something obsolete. Look at what other companies are using before making a decision.
I hope these ideas help.
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