Turning data into stories that drive impact
Melissa Kuenzi
Learn how to turn raw data into compelling stories that engage stakeholders, secure funding, and drive meaningful change.
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Introducing 2024’s primary data collection research grant winners
Melissa Kuenzi
Meet the 2024 primary data collection grant winners and discover innovative projects from up-and-coming researchers driving
impact.
Longitudinal vs. cross-sectional studies: how they differ and when to use which
Melissa Kuenzi
Discover the key differences between longitudinal and cross-sectional study designs.
Turning data into stories that drive impact
Melissa Kuenzi
Learn how to turn raw data into compelling stories that engage stakeholders, secure funding, and drive meaningful change.
Get started with data visualization dashboards
Melissa Kuenzi
Learn the basics of creating static and interactive data visualization dashboards and how to choose the right tool for your needs.
Tips for building dynamic, real-time dashboards in Google Sheets
Melissa Kuenzi
Learn how to publish data to dynamic Google Sheets dashboards so that it’s accessible to stakeholders and colleagues as it is collected.
Longitudinal vs. cross-sectional studies: how they differ and when to use which
Melissa Kuenzi
Discover the key differences between longitudinal and cross-sectional study designs.
Getting better data: Three ways to use GPS in your fieldwork
Melissa Kuenzi
A field data collection app with GPS capabilities can improve data quality–here’s how.
Tackling fieldwork challenges for better data, Part 2: The solutions
Melissa Kuenzi
Find solutions for your fieldwork challenges here, and start collecting high-quality data that makes an impact today.
Data governance is key–here’s how to implement it
Melissa Kuenzi
Three practical steps towards implementing effective data governance to improve data security and achieve interoperability.
Getting ready for interoperability: Three steps you can take right now
Melissa Kuenzi
Implement these three essential steps to achieve data interoperability and streamline your fieldwork operations.
Three critical support considerations when choosing a mobile data collection tool
Melissa Kuenzi
Looking for a mobile data collection platform? Here are 3 ways the right customer support can improve your data collection quality.
Protect Your Field Research: 5 Best Practices for Data Security
Melissa Kuenzi
Learn how to implement robust security measures in your fieldwork using tools to maximize data protection.
A data collection tool you can trust: We’re SOC 2 certified
Lindo Simelane
We are excited to share that SurveyCTO has achieved SOC 2 Type 1 certification and the audit report is now available.
How to get informed consent for remote surveys using SMS
Chris Robert
Learn how to use SurveyCTO and SMS messaging to request and record consent.
What is entity-based data collection, and when should you use it?
Melissa Kuenzi
Streamline complex projects using our offline case management feature, or build your own custom workflow.
How Handicap International – Humanity & Inclusion empowers refugees with disabilities and their host community in Bangladesh with SurveyCTO
Melissa Kuenzi
Learn how Humanity & Inclusion uses SurveyCTO to provide essential services to over 30,000 people.
How IPA enhanced candidate discovery in rural Sierra Leone with SurveyCTO’s advanced offline features
Melissa Kuenzi
SurveyCTO’s advanced offline features enabled Innovations for Poverty Action to streamline candidate discovery in Sierra Leone
A year in review: 2024 from SurveyCTO
Melissa Kuenzi
SurveyCTO’s 2024 offerings and updates for data collection professionals making an impact.
Transitioning from Magpi? We have resources for you.
Melissa Kuenzi
Looking for an alternative to Magpi? You’re in the right place.
When free isn’t free: Why open source data collection tools can cost you
Melissa Kuenzi
Open source data collection tools can cost you. Here are 7 reasons why choosing the right SaaS tool can save resources and provide value.
Introducing 2024’s primary data collection research grant winners
Melissa Kuenzi
Meet the 2024 primary data collection grant winners and discover innovative projects from up-and-coming researchers driving
impact.
Join us at 2024’s U.N. World Data Forum
Melissa Kuenzi
Join us at the U.N. World Data Forum in Medellin, Colombia from November 12-15 to to discuss data innovation and set goals with global change-makers.
Listen up! SurveyCTO’s new podcast is live!
Melissa Kuenzi
We have a podcast! Tune in on Apple or Spotify for data collection discussions and expertise.