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White Paper

What is White Paper?

A white paper is a long‑form, authoritative report that presents a problem, delivers research‑backed insights, and proposes a solution—often used as a lead‑generation magnet in B2B marketing.

Key points

  • Length: 6‑15 pages; deep dive vs. ebooks (visual).
  • Structure: Abstract → problem → research → solution → case study.
  • Gating: Usually behind form to capture leads.
  • Design: Professional layout, charts, citations.
  • Promotion: Email, LinkedIn, press releases, paid social.

Pro tips

  • Collaborate with industry analysts for authority.
  • Summarise key stats in an infographic teaser.
  • Update annually to keep data current.

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