check the communities of practice around Digital Heritage (museum computer group in UK, museum computer network in n. america). Lurk on the mail lists, and make a note of who's commissioning similar work, any companies that contribute, anyone asking similar questions.-
send a mail to the mail list asking for suggestions for your project off-list. Sector professionals can email you their experience, and companies that are alert and keen might also contact you-
check who sponsors conferences and events on Digital Heritage- go to the events and talk to colleagues
watch the Museum Journal and other museum and heritage magazines, see who's advertising
check out museum web sites that you really like, and see who built them. Phone up and ask the museum if the web site doesn't say
don't forget its really about people, not companies. Some of the most talented people have often worked for two or three companies (and maybe a museum or two). They're always worth talking to.
And remember the kind of company you need will depend on the project - digital projects vary a great deal, and the companies and consultants reflect that.
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