IDG Contributor Network: Don’t rely on reviews when purchasing enterprise software

Reviews are often used when selecting enterprise software, but not many people consider their limitations. Let’s start by looking at two definitions:Dictionary.com defines a review (noun) as:A general survey of something, especially in words; a report or account of something
A critical article or report, as in a periodical, on a book, play, recital, or the like; critique; evaluation
An evaluation (noun) is defined as:An act or instance of evaluating or appraising
Notice that the definition