Frequently Asked Questions.

What types of Companies does Kompass Diamonds cover?

Companies in Thailand active in all area of the gem and jewelry industry and associated industries including transport, insurance, equipment and specialist services.

How many companies does "Kompass Diamonds" list?

Currently over 1,800 companies are listed.

What type of information is listed?

A standard listing in Kompass Diamonds details for a company its' full contact information, executives by name and title, revenue, number of employees, established date and a breakdown of the products and serices offered according to our classification system.

What is the Kompass Diamonds classification system?

This is a classification developed specifically for the gem and jewelry industry. Due to its' level of detail a user is able to very simply find exactly the product or service required and see all companies supplying that product or service.

How many items are identified?

Currently over 300, thus providing a level if details ideal for specific searches.

How is the Kompass Diamonds information updated?

The information carried in Kompass Diamonds is updated largely through the use of questionaires completed by the listed companies. In addition we review annual reports, press releases and update extensively through direct mail or telephone contact direct with the companies.

What languages are used in Kompass Diamonds?

Currently only in English, however, for users who require other languages they may visit www.kompass.com where many languages are available on the site and over 70 countries covered.

My company is listed in Kompass Diamonds but requires an update, what is the process?

Simply send us an e-mail with your company name and location and we will send you the current information we have on your company for review. Alternatively you may mail us the changed or additional information only and following input we will return your complete profile to you for verification.

How do I add my company to Kompass Diamonds?

Simply complete the form available at this site it to us. Alternatively, mail us and we will send you the complete questionnaire. In both cases we will review and process the information given and once verified will include the information on our databases as long, of course, as it is relevant to the database.

Who uses Kompass Diamonds?

The majority of users are those directly active in the gem and jewelry industry.

Using the CD-ROM what can I search on?

The search criteria of the CD-ROM includes: company name, executive by name, title or function, activity or service provided, employee number, turnover (revenue), location by country, city or town, e-mail listed, web site listed, also year established.

Can I only print the information?

No, the basic version of the CD-ROM allows only printing of lists or profiles, however, various other options are available allowing the export or downloading of the information at a surcharge. For further information refer to the CD-ROM section of the site.

Can I run the CD-ROM on a network?

Yes, however a surcharge is made. For further information refer to the CD-ROM section of the site.

How often is the CD_ROM produced?

Once a year, with the next edition due in March 2003.

What is the basic computer requirement to run the CD-ROM?

Compatible PC 486 DX2 66, 8 MB RAM, Windows 95, 98 or NT4, VGA colour screen.

What are the benefits to advertising in Kompass Diamonds?

An advertiser in Kompass Diamonds is able to profile their company fully in all the media: Directory, CD-ROM and the Internet with the corporate logo displayed. This not only gains impact and recognition foe the company but allows the user a fuller understanding of the company and the services it offers. In addition all packages are designed not only to give promotion to the advertiser but also preferential access to all the information we carry. To this end our package not only comes with a directory but also access to the Internet as a Subscriber for one year.