Comparative analysis of remote data collection tools for call-based surveys

This resource was originally published on the CartoBlog in 2020 by CartONG. It was transferred to the IM Resource Portal in May 2021. The CartoBlog will be decommissioned in early 2022.

This resource is available as a ZIP file containing a benchmark and a decision tree.

The benchmarking document presents an overview of the types of computerized support solutions available for call-based surveys for humanitarian and development NGOs having to adapt their field practices to the physical distancing constraints of the current Covid-19 pandemic.

It also includes guidance to help them select the type of tool, with different scenarios that organisations can relate to, and a detailed comparison of some of the categories of tools less known by the sector.

The tool comparison was done in August and September 2020 by staff members of CartONG, based on documentation available online and through the testing of the solutions.

The decision tree will help you determine which category of tools will suit your project the most!

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This project was co-funded by the French Development Agency (AFD) and the H2H Network’s H2H Fund, the latter supported by UK aid from the UK government. Nevertheless, the ideas and opinions presented in this document do not necessarily represent those of the H2H Network, UK aid and AFD.