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Should a reviewer keep a $20K Oscilloscope?

scottiebabe

I am just putting the thought out there, that I think a reviewer keeping a $20K oscilloscope is too much.

When an automotive journalist reviews a vehicle, its my understanding typically they return the vehicle afterwards (perhaps that’s not always the case).

I have not seen a review on element14 that I believe is any way deserving of such a reward.

I do believe a reviewer should be rewarded in some form for taking the time and effort to produce a quality review. But I think the reward would have one less zero in its value.

I think there are a lot of other creative opportunities to help see the community grow and flourish.

I don’t intend to say anymore than this.

But I do hope you take a second look at how the terms and conditions for the MXO4 review are defined.

Just a thought...

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  • I have pondered being on the receiving end of expensive equipment.

    Part of my struggle is self-depreciation. Why do I deserve such a reward compared to other contributors with more knowledge and experience.

    Contributing to the pondering is what value is a $15K scope in my hands compared to a DW, SH, JC or GL to acknowledge some of the meritorious members I admire. The knowledge share alone from what they have or will learn is great. For me it's "Oh look, I got the output of a flip flop to show on the screen."

    I have often thought I like to see an "E14 Drop-Off". After completing a review, if the product was surplus, I could release it to another member, say one that pitched an application and didn't make the cut for the review. Logistics would need to be considered.

    I have donated a RoadTest product to post secondary institution. The social lockdown from the pandemic highlighted an immediate need for remote leaning in a college course. The equipment I provided was ideal for the program. I still get the occasional note about the benefits as a result of the donation. 

    I gave a former student a RoadTest product after a review. He works in the industry that the equipment could be fully utilized in. I love hearing his stories of how the technology has made his life easier. He is still working and I am retired:)

    I look to the reviews for quality. Do they give the vendor that supplied the RoadTest value for their contribution. There have a few reviews where I have felt like calling out the person. Turning the equipment on, and taking a screen shot is not a review. I had the thought of a peer review, as part of the RoadTest process. You make your application pitch and get awarded the RoadTest. Your RoadTest submission is reviewed by E14 peers. Was the objectives of your RoadTests delivered.

    I have been short on RoadTest application this year. I hope to improve that metric next year. 

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  • I have pondered being on the receiving end of expensive equipment.

    Part of my struggle is self-depreciation. Why do I deserve such a reward compared to other contributors with more knowledge and experience.

    Contributing to the pondering is what value is a $15K scope in my hands compared to a DW, SH, JC or GL to acknowledge some of the meritorious members I admire. The knowledge share alone from what they have or will learn is great. For me it's "Oh look, I got the output of a flip flop to show on the screen."

    I have often thought I like to see an "E14 Drop-Off". After completing a review, if the product was surplus, I could release it to another member, say one that pitched an application and didn't make the cut for the review. Logistics would need to be considered.

    I have donated a RoadTest product to post secondary institution. The social lockdown from the pandemic highlighted an immediate need for remote leaning in a college course. The equipment I provided was ideal for the program. I still get the occasional note about the benefits as a result of the donation. 

    I gave a former student a RoadTest product after a review. He works in the industry that the equipment could be fully utilized in. I love hearing his stories of how the technology has made his life easier. He is still working and I am retired:)

    I look to the reviews for quality. Do they give the vendor that supplied the RoadTest value for their contribution. There have a few reviews where I have felt like calling out the person. Turning the equipment on, and taking a screen shot is not a review. I had the thought of a peer review, as part of the RoadTest process. You make your application pitch and get awarded the RoadTest. Your RoadTest submission is reviewed by E14 peers. Was the objectives of your RoadTests delivered.

    I have been short on RoadTest application this year. I hope to improve that metric next year. 

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