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Research Services & Advisory Services

Surveys and Data Collection

Surveys and Data Collection

Accelor Consulting commitment to delivering actionable insights in an increasingly data-driven world is underscored by a combination of proven methodologies and cutting-edge technological innovations in survey science.

  • Expertise: With a legacy rooted in pioneering survey research, our multidisciplinary teams of experts are sought after by different commercial clients, and International Development Organizations for their leadership in survey science. We uphold industry best practices, emphasizing timeliness, efficiency, quality, and technological advancement.
  • Survey Designs: Recognizing the evolving landscape of data collection, we employ mixed-mode survey designs and leverage mobile technology solutions to ensure comprehensive and effective data collection strategies.
  • Impactful Results: Our survey findings often resonate on informing and addressing pivotal societal issues such as humanitarian, education, climate change, and national issues. Our data supports evidence-based policymaking and program development aimed at tackling critical social challenges while advancing survey science research.

Areas of Focus

Survey Design

Tailoring data collection methods, modes, and language to meet the specific needs of clients and address key research inquiries is ingrained in our approach.
  • Customized Survey Designs: Drawing upon our deep understanding of survey design principles, we craft bespoke survey designs that yield high-quality data aligned with clients' research objectives.
  • Collaboration: We work closely with clients to understand their instrumentation requirements and refine data collection strategies accordingly. This collaborative process ensures that our methodologies effectively capture the information needed to answer research questions.
  • Expertise: Informed by our proficiency in sampling techniques, survey methodology, data collection practices, and analytical research methods, our designs are robust and reliable, delivering accurate and actionable insights to our clients.

Instrument Development

Customizing, testing, and implementing data collection tools across various survey modes is integral to our approach.

We recognize that the choice of survey mode—whether in-person, telephone, web, or mail—is a pivotal aspect of survey design, and we leverage it as a tool to meet the specific requirements of each client.

Survey Mode Selection: We carefully consider the optimal survey mode for each project, ensuring it aligns with the research objectives and target audience. Our expertise allows us to seamlessly integrate various modes, including computer-assisted interviews, paper-and-pencil surveys, mobile platforms, and more.

  • Quality Assurance: Our survey instruments undergo rigorous testing and refinement processes to uphold the highest quality standards. We conduct questionnaire reviews, cognitive testing, usability testing, and pretesting to enhance instrument clarity and effectiveness.
  • Multilingual Support: Recognizing the importance of linguistic diversity, we offer support for questionnaire translation and implementation in multiple languages. This ensures that our surveys are accessible to diverse populations and enhances comprehension, thereby improving the reliability of results.

Survey Methodologies

Enhancing techniques and tackling operational and technological hurdles in survey research

Our experts collaborate closely with clients to tackle the operational and technological obstacles encountered in the survey process. Our diverse survey methods team comprises different thematic professionals. Additionally, language specialists assist in the creation and translation of survey instruments and other data collection materials for non-English speakers.

Remaining receptive to innovation, we have the flexibility to tailor our approach to the unique circumstances and objectives of each client study or project. We enthusiastically embrace the complexities of intricate studies, crafting surveys and supporting them effectively.

Data Collection

Tailoring the appropriate survey tools to meet the requirements of each project and client.

We facilitate all modes of survey data collection — in-person, phone, web-based, mail, and video interviews. Employing computer-assisted methodologies and advancing mobile technologies, we adjust to diverse scenarios, augment participation rates, and manage expenses effectively. This involves incorporating mixed-mode designs when suitable.
We establish thorough data collection protocols and staff our projects with highly-trained interviewers, leveraging our nationwide network of field data collection specialists.

Additionally, we have recently broadened our capacity to conduct interviewer-administered interviews via video, a more cost-effective method that preserves many advantages of face-to-face interviewing.

Data Analysis and Reporting

Uncovering and conveying valuable insights from comprehensive data

Our dedication to exemplary survey research extends seamlessly into the analysis stage. We equip our clients with comprehensive resources to comprehend, access, and derive conclusions from the data produced by our surveys.

Furthermore, we offer expertise in report composition, as well as the dissemination and publication of study findings. Through delivering clear analyses and reports, our objective is to empower clients to leverage the gleaned insights for policymaking enhancement, program improvement, or informed decision-making at institutional or individual levels.

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