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Prepared By: [YOUR NAME] [YOUR JOB TITLE] Phone 555.555.5555 Email info@yourbusiness.com www.yourbusiness.com Statement of Confidentiality & Non-Disclosure This document contains proprietary and confidential information. All data submitted to [RECEIVING PARTY] is provided in reliance upon its consent not to use or disclose any information contained herein except in the context of its business dealings with [YOUR COMPANY NAME]. The recipient of this document agrees to inform present and future employees of [RECEIVING PARTY] who view or have access to its content of its confidential nature. The recipient agrees to instruct each employee that they must not disclose any information concerning this document to others except to the extent that such matter are generally known to, and are available for use by, the public. The recipient also agrees not to duplicate or distribute or permit others to duplicate or distribute any material contained herein without [YOUR COMPANY NAME]'s express written consent. [YOUR COMPANY NAME] retains all title, ownership and intellectual property rights to the material and trademarks contained herein, including all supporting documentation, files, marketing material, and multimedia. BY ACCEPTANCE OF THIS DOCUMENT, THE RECIPIENT AGREES TO BE BOUND BY THE AFOREMENTIONED STATEMENT. Table of Content Statement of Confidentiality 2 Table of Content 3 Cover Letter 4 Executive Summary 5 1. Company Background 6 2. Your Needs 8 2.1 [RECEIVING PARTY NAME] Needs 8 2.2 Assumptions 9 2.3 The opportunity 9 3. Proposed Strategy or Plan 10 3.1 Objectives 10 3.2 Strategy 10 3.3 Benefits of our Proposed Plan 10 4. Costs or Budget 11 4.1 Cost Breakdown 11 4.2 Scheduling 11 4.3 Payment terms 12 4.4 Guarantees 13 5. Why Choose [YOUR COMPANY NAME] 14 5.1 Competitive Advantages 14 5.2 Team Qualifications 16 5.3 Success Stories 16 6. Conclusion 17 Appendix A 18 Cover Letter Dear [RECEIVING PARTY NAME], Thank you for considering [YOUR COMPANY NAME] for your [DESCRIBE OPPORTUNITY]. At [YOUR COMPANY NAME] we are committed to excellence and our experience in providing [SPECIFY THE SERVICE OFFERED] stand out! Here is why! First, we understand the dynamics of the [SPECIFY] market and the challenges that companies like [RECEIVING PARTY NAME] face. That's why we are not afraid to think outside the box and we find solutions customized for our clients. After [SPECIFY] years helping customers, we have been able to overcome many obstacles while developing an incredible expertise. Our experience provides us a solid understanding of your business environment and needs. 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Covers challenge, solution, and measurable outcomes.","case study sheet template",[177,178,179,180,181,182,183],"case study template word","case study template free download","business case study template","client case study template","case study format template","case study example template","marketing case study template",{"name":185,"credential":186,"reviewed_date":187},"Bruno Goulet","CEO, Business in a Box","2026-05-02",{"difficulty":189,"legal_review_recommended":170,"signature_required":170},"medium",{"what_it_is":191,"when_you_need_it":192,"whats_inside":193},"A Case Study Sheet is a one-to-two page document that captures a real client success story — the challenge they faced, the solution you delivered, and the measurable results they achieved. This free Word download gives you a structured, print-ready format you can edit online and export as PDF to use in sales decks, proposal packages, and website content.\n","Use it after completing a successful project or engagement when you want to convert that result into a reusable sales asset. It is most effective when you have specific, quantified outcomes to report — percentage improvements, cost savings, or time reductions.\n","Client overview and background, the specific challenge or problem they faced, your proposed solution and implementation approach, measurable results with supporting data, and a direct client quote. The sheet closes with a call to action directing prospects to the next step.\n",[195,199,203,207,211,215],{"title":196,"use_case":197,"icon_asset_id":198},"Marketing managers","Building a library of client success stories to support demand generation","persona-marketing-manager",{"title":200,"use_case":201,"icon_asset_id":202},"Sales representatives","Sharing proof-of-concept evidence with prospects during the evaluation stage","persona-sales-rep",{"title":204,"use_case":205,"icon_asset_id":206},"Consultants and agencies","Documenting client outcomes to support new business proposals and pitches","persona-consultant",{"title":208,"use_case":209,"icon_asset_id":210},"Small business owners","Turning a completed client project into a credibility-building sales asset","persona-small-business-owner",{"title":212,"use_case":213,"icon_asset_id":214},"Account managers","Securing client approval and quote for a published success story","persona-account-manager",{"title":216,"use_case":217,"icon_asset_id":218},"Product managers","Illustrating real-world product adoption and ROI for internal and external audiences","persona-product-manager",[220,224,227,230,234,237,240],{"situation":221,"recommended_template":222,"slug":223},"Documenting a software implementation for a SaaS client","Technology Case Study Sheet","case-study-sheet-D13464",{"situation":225,"recommended_template":226,"slug":223},"Showcasing results from a marketing campaign or creative project","Marketing Case Study Sheet",{"situation":228,"recommended_template":229,"slug":223},"Presenting a cost-reduction or process-improvement engagement","Operational Case Study Sheet",{"situation":231,"recommended_template":232,"slug":233},"Highlighting a nonprofit program impact for funders or donors","Impact Report","business-impact-analysis-D13610",{"situation":235,"recommended_template":236,"slug":223},"Building a multi-page narrative for enterprise sales diligence","Full-Length Case Study Report",{"situation":238,"recommended_template":239,"slug":223},"Creating a slide-based version for a pitch or presentation","Case Study Presentation",{"situation":241,"recommended_template":242,"slug":243},"Gathering structured client feedback to feed into the case study","Client Testimonial Request Form","check-request-form-D670",[245,248,251,254,257,260,263,266,269,272],{"term":246,"definition":247},"Social Proof","Evidence from real customers or users that validates a product or service's value — case studies are one of the highest-credibility forms of social proof.",{"term":249,"definition":250},"Problem Statement","A concise description of the specific challenge or pain point the client faced before engaging your solution.",{"term":252,"definition":253},"Solution Narrative","The section of a case study that explains what you delivered, how you delivered it, and why that approach addressed the client's specific problem.",{"term":255,"definition":256},"Measurable Outcome","A quantified result — such as a 40% reduction in processing time or $120,000 in annual savings — that demonstrates the value delivered.",{"term":258,"definition":259},"Client Quote","A direct statement from a named client contact attributed by name and title, used to add credibility and a human voice to the results.",{"term":261,"definition":262},"Call to Action (CTA)","A closing prompt directing the reader to take a specific next step — booking a call, visiting a URL, or contacting a sales representative.",{"term":264,"definition":265},"Proof Point","A specific, verifiable data point or fact that supports a claim made in the case study, such as a percentage improvement or a named metric.",{"term":267,"definition":268},"Use Case","A specific application of a product or service to a defined problem, used to help prospects self-identify with the client scenario described.",{"term":270,"definition":271},"ROI (Return on Investment)","The financial return generated relative to the cost of the solution, expressed as a ratio or percentage — a primary metric buyers seek in case studies.",{"term":273,"definition":274},"Client Persona","A brief profile of the client's industry, size, and context that helps the reader assess whether the case study is relevant to their own situation.",[276,281,286,291,296,301,306,311,316],{"name":277,"plain_english":278,"sample_language":279,"common_mistake":280},"Header and client overview","Identifies the client by name (if permitted) or descriptor, their industry, company size, and location — giving the reader instant context for relevance.","Client: [CLIENT NAME OR DESCRIPTOR] | Industry: [INDUSTRY] | Company Size: [EMPLOYEE COUNT / REVENUE BAND] | Location: [CITY, COUNTRY]","Using only the client's first name or a vague label like 'a mid-size company.' Readers assess relevance in seconds — the more specific the descriptor, the faster they self-identify.",{"name":282,"plain_english":283,"sample_language":284,"common_mistake":285},"Executive summary","A two-to-three sentence snapshot of the challenge, solution, and headline result — written for a reader who may not go further.","[CLIENT] needed to [CHALLENGE]. [COMPANY NAME] delivered [SOLUTION], resulting in [HEADLINE METRIC — e.g., a 35% reduction in processing time within 90 days].","Writing the executive summary as a general company introduction rather than a tight problem-solution-result statement. If the result is not in the first three sentences, most readers will not continue.",{"name":287,"plain_english":288,"sample_language":289,"common_mistake":290},"The challenge","Describes the specific problem or situation the client faced — including the business impact of not solving it — before your engagement.","Before engaging [COMPANY NAME], [CLIENT] struggled with [SPECIFIC PROBLEM]. This resulted in [CONSEQUENCE — e.g., $[X] in monthly overtime costs / [X] hours lost per week / a [X]% customer churn rate].","Describing the challenge in vague terms like 'inefficient processes' without quantifying the cost. Unquantified problems make the eventual results feel equally unverifiable.",{"name":292,"plain_english":293,"sample_language":294,"common_mistake":295},"The solution","Explains what you delivered, the approach you took, and why it was the right fit for the client's specific situation.","[COMPANY NAME] implemented [SOLUTION NAME / APPROACH] over [TIMEFRAME]. Key steps included: [STEP 1], [STEP 2], and [STEP 3]. The solution was tailored to [SPECIFIC CLIENT CONSTRAINT OR REQUIREMENT].","Turning the solution section into a product feature list. Case study readers want to understand the approach and rationale, not a spec sheet — save detailed features for product pages.",{"name":297,"plain_english":298,"sample_language":299,"common_mistake":300},"Implementation timeline","A brief timeline showing the phases of the engagement — discovery, design, build, launch, and stabilization — with approximate durations.","Phase 1 — Discovery and scoping ([X] weeks) | Phase 2 — [DELIVERABLE] ([X] weeks) | Phase 3 — Deployment and training ([X] weeks) | Phase 4 — Stabilization and handoff ([X] weeks)","Omitting the timeline entirely. Prospects evaluating a similar purchase want to know how long the engagement took — missing this creates uncertainty that delays decisions.",{"name":302,"plain_english":303,"sample_language":304,"common_mistake":305},"Results and metrics","Presents the measurable outcomes of the engagement with specific numbers, percentages, or dollar values — the most-read section of any case study.","Following implementation: [X]% reduction in [METRIC] | $[X] saved annually in [COST CATEGORY] | [X] hours recovered per week | NPS improved from [BASELINE] to [RESULT]","Reporting only qualitative results like 'improved team morale' when quantitative data is available. Buyers making a purchase decision need numbers — qualitative statements alone do not move the needle.",{"name":307,"plain_english":308,"sample_language":309,"common_mistake":310},"Client quote and attribution","A direct quote from a named client contact — ideally a decision-maker — that validates the results and adds a human perspective.","'[DIRECT QUOTE DESCRIBING THE EXPERIENCE OR RESULT].' — [FIRST NAME LAST NAME], [JOB TITLE], [CLIENT COMPANY]","Using an anonymous or vague attribution like 'a satisfied client.' Named quotes with a title carry significantly more credibility and are one of the most-cited elements by prospects who read case studies.",{"name":312,"plain_english":313,"sample_language":314,"common_mistake":315},"Why [Company] / About the solution","A brief paragraph explaining why the client chose your company over alternatives and what made your approach a fit for their context.","[CLIENT] selected [COMPANY NAME] based on [REASON — e.g., prior experience in their industry / speed of deployment / specific capability]. Compared to [ALTERNATIVE CONSIDERED], [COMPANY NAME] offered [DIFFERENTIATOR].","Skipping this section entirely. The 'why us' paragraph is where competitive differentiation lives — without it, the case study reads as a generic project summary rather than a reason to choose you.",{"name":317,"plain_english":318,"sample_language":319,"common_mistake":320},"Call to action","Closes the document with a specific next step — a URL, email address, phone number, or meeting-booking link — matched to the buyer's stage.","Ready to achieve similar results? Contact [NAME] at [EMAIL] or visit [URL] to book a [30-minute discovery call / live demo / consultation].","Ending the case study with no call to action at all, or using a generic 'contact us' without specifying the next step. A prospect who has read to the end is already warm — make the action frictionless.",[322,327,332,337,342,347,352,357],{"step":323,"title":324,"description":325,"tip":326},1,"Identify the right client story to feature","Choose a client whose results are quantifiable, who is willing to be named, and whose profile closely matches your target buyer. The closer the fit, the more persuasive the case study.","Prioritize clients in the industry vertical or company-size band you most want to attract — case studies self-select the prospects who read them.",{"step":328,"title":329,"description":330,"tip":331},2,"Secure client approval before writing","Get written sign-off on the use of the client's name, logo, and any specific metrics before you draft anything. Agree on what data points can be published and whether the quote will be reviewed before use.","A simple email confirmation works for most clients — but store it. Approved case studies occasionally get disputed months later when personnel changes occur.",{"step":333,"title":334,"description":335,"tip":336},3,"Complete the client overview block","Enter the client's industry, company size, and location. Use a descriptor if the client has approved limited disclosure — e.g., 'a 200-person logistics company in the US Midwest.'","The more specific you can be, the faster readers self-qualify. 'Mid-size SaaS company' tells a prospect far more than 'a technology firm.'",{"step":338,"title":339,"description":340,"tip":341},4,"Write the challenge section with quantified pain","Describe the problem in concrete terms. Interview the client or review your project intake notes to find the dollar, time, or volume metric that captures the cost of the problem before your engagement.","Ask the client directly: 'What was this costing you before we started?' — most can give you a number, and it becomes the anchor for your results section.",{"step":343,"title":344,"description":345,"tip":346},5,"Describe the solution and implementation phases","Outline what you delivered and the major phases of the engagement with approximate durations. Keep the focus on the approach and rationale, not feature specifications.","Three to five implementation phases is the right level of detail — enough to show process rigor without overwhelming a non-technical reader.",{"step":348,"title":349,"description":350,"tip":351},6,"Fill in the results section with specific metrics","List three to five measurable outcomes — percentages, dollar values, time savings, or satisfaction scores. For each metric, state the baseline, the result, and the timeframe.","If the client is uncomfortable publishing exact numbers, use ranges or index values — '30–40% improvement' is still far more compelling than 'significant improvement.'",{"step":353,"title":354,"description":355,"tip":356},7,"Insert the client quote and finalize the CTA","Paste in the approved client quote with full name and title attribution. Then write a specific call to action matched to where most readers of this case study are in their buying journey.","If the case study will be used at trade shows or in printed proposals, replace email CTAs with a QR code linking to a calendar booking page.",{"step":358,"title":359,"description":360,"tip":361},8,"Export as PDF and create a versioned file","Export the final case study as PDF for distribution. Save the editable Word file with a version date in the filename so future updates don't overwrite approved content.","Maintain a short internal-only version of the case study with full financials — use the published version with any figures the client has approved for external use.",[363,367,371,375,379,383],{"mistake":364,"why_it_matters":365,"fix":366},"Reporting only qualitative results","Statements like 'the team became more productive' give a prospect nothing to compare against their own situation or calculate an expected ROI from.","Anchor every qualitative claim to at least one quantitative metric — hours, dollars, percentage points, or a before-and-after score.",{"mistake":368,"why_it_matters":369,"fix":370},"Writing the solution as a feature list","A bullet list of product features reads as a brochure, not a story — it fails to explain how the approach addressed the client's specific problem.","Structure the solution section around the client's context: what the constraint was, why this approach fit, and what the key implementation decisions were.",{"mistake":372,"why_it_matters":373,"fix":374},"Using an anonymous or vague client attribution","Unnamed case studies carry significantly less credibility than named ones — prospects assume the best-case results are cherry-picked or fabricated.","Secure explicit written approval to name the client and attribute the quote to a specific person with their title. Offer to share a draft for their review to reduce friction.",{"mistake":376,"why_it_matters":377,"fix":378},"No call to action at the close","A reader who has consumed the full case study is the warmest prospect in your funnel — leaving them with no next step wastes the conversion moment.","Add a specific, low-friction CTA at the bottom of every case study: a booking link, a named contact, or a URL to a relevant landing page.",{"mistake":380,"why_it_matters":381,"fix":382},"Skipping client approval before publishing","Publishing a client's name, logo, or financial data without written consent can damage the relationship and expose your company to legal risk.","Make written approval a non-negotiable step in the case study production process — get it before writing, not after.",{"mistake":384,"why_it_matters":385,"fix":386},"Describing the challenge in generic terms","Vague problem descriptions like 'they had inefficient workflows' fail to resonate with prospects who are scanning for a situation that mirrors their own.","Name the specific problem with the metric that made it painful — 'manual invoice reconciliation consuming 22 staff-hours per week' identifies the audience immediately.",[388,391,394,397,400,403,406,409,412],{"question":389,"answer":390},"What is a case study sheet?","A case study sheet is a one-to-two page document that tells the story of a specific client engagement — the challenge they faced, the solution you provided, and the measurable results they achieved. It is a structured sales and marketing asset used to demonstrate real-world value to prospects who are evaluating a similar purchase. Unlike a testimonial, which is a short quote, a case study sheet provides the full context, approach, and data behind the result.\n",{"question":392,"answer":393},"How long should a case study sheet be?","A case study sheet is typically one to two pages — long enough to provide context and credibility, short enough to be read in full during a sales conversation or in a proposal review. More detailed engagements may warrant a three-to-four page full case study report, but the one-page sheet format is the most widely used because it works in both print and digital contexts without overwhelming the reader.\n",{"question":395,"answer":396},"What results should I include in a case study?","Include three to five measurable outcomes tied directly to the client's original problem. Common metrics include percentage improvements in efficiency or throughput, dollar savings or revenue increases, time reductions, customer satisfaction scores, and headcount avoided. Always state the baseline, the result, and the timeframe so the reader can assess the magnitude of the improvement in context.\n",{"question":398,"answer":399},"Do I need client permission to publish a case study?","Yes. Publishing a client's name, company logo, quoted data, or financial results without explicit written consent can damage the relationship and expose your company to legal risk. Obtain written approval before writing, agree on which data points can be disclosed, and offer the client the opportunity to review the final draft before publication.\n",{"question":401,"answer":402},"What is the difference between a case study sheet and a testimonial?","A testimonial is a short, attributed quote expressing satisfaction with a product or service. A case study sheet is a full narrative document that includes problem context, solution description, implementation timeline, and quantified results. Testimonials are used for social proof in low-stakes contexts; case studies are used when the buyer needs evidence sufficient to justify a budget decision or executive approval.\n",{"question":404,"answer":405},"Where do businesses use case study sheets?","Case study sheets appear in sales proposals and RFP responses, on company websites under a resources or proof section, in trade show and conference handouts, in email nurture sequences targeting mid-funnel prospects, and in investor and partnership presentations. They are most effective when matched to the prospect's industry and company size — a case study about a 50-person professional services firm will resonate most with similar prospects.\n",{"question":407,"answer":408},"How do I get clients to agree to a case study?","Ask at the point of project close or when delivering results — the moment a client expresses satisfaction is the best time to make the request. Frame it as a mutual benefit: they gain exposure and a polished piece of content that validates their decision internally; you gain a sales asset. Offer to share the draft for their review and approval, and make the process as low-effort for them as possible — a 20-minute interview is usually all the raw material you need.\n",{"question":410,"answer":411},"Can I write a case study sheet without a named client?","Yes, but with a meaningful credibility trade-off. An anonymized case study using a descriptor — such as 'a 150-person logistics company in the US Midwest' — is better than no case study, but named case studies consistently outperform anonymous ones in prospect research. If a client declines to be named, ask whether they will approve an industry and size-band descriptor, and request that they still provide a named quote with a title.\n",{"question":413,"answer":414},"How many case studies should a business have?","Aim for at least one case study per primary industry vertical you serve and per major product or service line. For most small businesses, three to five strong case studies cover the majority of sales conversations. For agencies and consultancies targeting multiple verticals, eight to twelve creates enough coverage to have a relevant story for almost every prospect meeting. Quality and specificity matter far more than volume.\n",[416,420,424,428],{"industry":417,"icon_asset_id":418,"specifics":419},"Technology / SaaS","industry-saas","Metrics focus on time-to-value, reduction in manual processes, user adoption rates, and annual recurring revenue impact for the client.",{"industry":421,"icon_asset_id":422,"specifics":423},"Professional Services","industry-professional-services","Results center on hours recovered, project delivery speed, cost-per-engagement reduction, and client retention rates following the engagement.",{"industry":425,"icon_asset_id":426,"specifics":427},"Marketing and Advertising","industry-marketing","Campaign performance metrics — cost per lead, conversion rate lift, ROAS, and revenue attributed to a specific initiative — anchor the results section.",{"industry":429,"icon_asset_id":430,"specifics":431},"Manufacturing and Operations","industry-manufacturing","Operational case studies highlight throughput improvements, defect rate reductions, downtime eliminated, and annual cost savings from process changes.",[433,437,441,445],{"vs":434,"vs_template_id":435,"summary":436},"Client testimonial","D{TESTIMONIAL_ID}","A testimonial is a short attributed quote that expresses general satisfaction. A case study sheet provides the full problem-solution-result narrative with supporting data. Use a testimonial for quick social proof on a website or proposal; use a case study sheet when the buyer needs enough evidence to justify a budget decision or present to a stakeholder.",{"vs":438,"vs_template_id":439,"summary":440},"Project proposal","D{PROJECT_PROPOSAL_ID}","A project proposal is a forward-looking document that outlines what you plan to deliver and at what cost. A case study sheet is a backward-looking document that proves you delivered it. Both are used in the sales process — the proposal sets expectations; the case study validates that you meet them.",{"vs":442,"vs_template_id":443,"summary":444},"White paper","D{WHITE_PAPER_ID}","A white paper is a long-form educational document that explores a problem, technology, or methodology in depth — typically 4 to 12 pages with research citations. A case study sheet is a focused, client-specific story designed for mid-to-late funnel use. White papers build thought leadership; case studies close deals.",{"vs":446,"vs_template_id":447,"summary":448},"Impact report","D{IMPACT_REPORT_ID}","An impact report aggregates results across multiple clients, programs, or periods to demonstrate overall organizational value — common in nonprofits and CSR contexts. A case study sheet focuses on a single client engagement with a narrative arc. Use an impact report for stakeholder or funder communications; use a case study sheet for individual prospect conversations.",{"use_template":450,"template_plus_review":454,"custom_drafted":458},{"best_for":451,"cost":452,"time":453},"Marketing teams, consultants, and small business owners producing case studies in-house","Free","2–4 hours per case study",{"best_for":455,"cost":456,"time":457},"Companies producing case studies for enterprise sales cycles or investor presentations","$200–$800 for a copywriter or content strategist review","1–3 days",{"best_for":459,"cost":460,"time":461},"High-stakes case studies for C-suite sales, major RFP responses, or public relations use","$1,000–$3,500 for a professional B2B content writer with subject-matter interviews","1–2 weeks",[463,464],"how-to-write-a-business-case-study","b2b-content-that-converts",[466,467,468,469,470,471,472,473,474,475,476,477],"marketing-plan-D1366","project-proposal-D12678","client-satisfaction-survey-D1461","the-presentation-you-gave-was-very-helpful-D1374","business-proposal-D1258","executive-summary-template-D12531","product-launch-plan-D12799","swot-analysis-D12676","competitive-analysis-report-D13930","annual-report-D12759","status-report-D13043","strategic-planning-template-D13857",{"emit_how_to":479,"emit_defined_term":479},true,{"primary_folder":96,"secondary_folder":112,"document_type":481,"industry":482,"business_stage":483,"tags":484,"confidence":490},"template","general","growth",[485,486,487,488,489],"proposal","lead-generation","case-study","sales-collateral","customer-success",0.92,"\u003Ch2>What is a Case Study Sheet?\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>A \u003Cstrong>Case Study Sheet\u003C/strong> is a one-to-two page structured document that presents a real client success story in a repeatable format: the challenge the client faced, the solution you delivered, and the measurable results that followed. It functions as a sales and marketing asset that converts completed project work into evidence a prospect can use to justify a buying decision. Unlike a general company brochure or a product one-pager, a case study sheet is anchored in a specific client context — industry, company size, problem type — which allows readers to quickly self-identify and assess relevance to their own situation.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Why You Need This Document\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Without documented case studies, your sales team is asking prospects to take your word for results you have actually delivered. Buyers making budget decisions — especially in B2B contexts — routinely ask for proof of similar work before advancing a purchase. A proposal without supporting case studies is harder to approve internally and easier to delay. The cost of not having this document is measurable: longer sales cycles, more objections at the final stage, and lost deals to competitors who can point to a named client in the same industry. This template gives you a structured starting point that collects every element a prospect needs — context, approach, metrics, and a client voice — in a format that works in proposals, trade show packets, and website resource libraries alike.\u003C/p>\n",1778696306141]