Research and evaluation to support confident decisions, clearer insight, and practical action
Whether it’s reviewing existing knowledge, designing new research, or embedding long-term monitoring, our services are designed to help you generate useful findings and apply them where it matters most. For more information about how we can help you create impact and apply the findings from your research see our section on Dissemination and Development
Reviewing Existing Evidence
Understanding what is already known is essential when deciding what to do next. Our range of review services helps build insight into existing evidence, highlight gaps, and clarify where to focus further effort.
✓ Scoping Review
Quick insight into a topic, delivered in a clear and concise executive summary.
✓ Detailed Review
Thorough investigation of key sources, presented in a structured report format.
✓ Systematic Review
Comprehensive and methodical review with full documentation and in-depth analysis.
Bespoke Research Design
When existing evidence doesn’t provide enough answers, bespoke research can help fill the gaps. Whether exploring new questions, or generating fresh data, our research services are tailored to suit specific aims, contexts, and constraints.
✓ Exploratory & Descriptive
Initial research to explore patterns, map key themes, and shape questions for further investigation.
✓ Quantitative Research
Structured data collection and analysis to measure patterns, trends, and relationships.
✓ Qualitative Research
In-depth exploration of experiences, perspectives, and contexts using interviews, focus groups, or observation.
✓ Mixed-Methods & Advanced Analysis
Combines qualitative and quantitative approaches for deeper insight, with options for complex or layered analysis.
Ongoing Monitoring & Evaluation
Ongoing insight into practice and performance often requires more than one-off projects. Our services help design systems for continuous data and clear, actionable understanding.
✓ Essential Monitoring
Essential tools and methods for tracking activity & performance.
✓ Feedback Loops Structured approaches for gathering regular input and information from stakeholders
✓ Embedded Evaluation Evaluation built into delivery from the outset, using varied approaches and outcome tracking,
✓ Adaptive Learning Systems Fully integrated models that support continuous learning and improvement