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Breadth-first directory or evidence-first territory?

A category-level comparison of two product approaches. We avoid unverifiable competitor numbers and focus on the choices a buyer can evaluate directly.

DecisionBroad directoryPublic Tally direction
Territory shape Broad national inventory Named, verified state coverage
Evidence Varies by provider Official source remains attached
Publication Inventory-first Certification and fail-closed rules
Workflow Often export-oriented Territory, pipeline, proposals, reports
Claim boundary Provider-specific Source facts and product conclusions stay separate

“Broad directory” describes a general category, not a named competitor. Actual vendors differ; buyers should verify current product terms, methodology, coverage, and evidence policies with each provider.