What I am not understanding and confuse about is market research.
I am using the business planning tool here on this site, but is clueless to
what to gather because my industry involves computers but on the service
side.
I find information about other industries except this one.
I providing three service in one type business and any help can really go a
long way.

Thanks,

This is not a comment, this is a question.
I need help with understanding the data I receive from government sites and
why it is needed?
I am confuse by what is provided on here as far as market research.
I understand the concept and basics of research, but I am confuse as to
information provided on resource pages because it is outdated and does not
involve my industry.

My goodness, business plans are a map, AND a learning tool. When you put one together, you discover what that particular business really needs to thrive. Why? Because a real business plan entails research, a study of the market, real examples and relevant facts. It is the first, critical step. Here is a real model, excellent tutorial to build your own, in terms of the projections (a critical piece of a plan): Please note that Community members may include only one (1) link in their signature line. Any additional links to websites, social network profiles, or email addresses will be removed.

business plan does not matter in small business

They are very important and have helped the success of HAY Online. Great way
to stay on track and re-evaluate strategies.

business plans don't work!

This is a broad topic. There are software programs out there that can help
you put a business plan together. You can hire people to assist you. I would
need to know your budget and much more about your business but one thing is
for certain and applies to all business plans is finding the "model" in your
industry. For example, if you are going to open a shop that sells cupcakes,
then you should find out who your competition is and who does it best. Then,
study them. See how they market, advertise and create their product. How do
they "compete". When you put your business plan together, think about how you
can do what they do better. That is your foundation. That is your start. Once
you have that, don't be surprised if your business plan starts to write
itself. Good luck

Inovative business ideas is the use of twitter for everything in your
business. Twitter is an internet tool where you can post mini-blogs. That is,
in less than 140 characters, you can post anything you want, and the people
who follow him (followers) can see everything he says. This can be used in
business from social marketing, as is being used by international companies
like Dominos, Nike among others to promote discounts and news. To communicate
directly with his client, telling you when your order is ready, progress,
etc..