We generate and synthesise evidence to help organisations and policymakers make better decisions. Our work combines evidence reviews and original research using qualitative and quantitative methods, including focus groups, interviews, surveys and advanced statistical analysis. By drawing on the latest thinking and our multidisciplinary expertise, we identify what works and shape practical, impactful recommendations.
Bringing together existing sources of knowledge is critical to ensuring that new policies and decisions are based on sound evidence, and that future research prioritises novelty and innovation in new policies and practices to surface new learning when taking action.
Our researchers are skilled in using a range of approaches to identify and assess evidence. This varies from robust systematic reviews, to rapid evidence assessments or short critical reviews, all according to defined search terms and inclusion criteria.
We support clients to determine the best approach to meet their needs, and work-through the feasibility of different options, by conducting preliminary scoping exercises to assess and summarise the evidence.
Literature reviews vary enormously in their scale and scope and we work flexibly with clients to meet time and budgetary considerations. The available literature is often imperfect; we understand that clients may need to make decisions on the basis of partial evidence and we can help them to judge its robustness and to identify gaps.
Contact: Rosie Gloster or Jonny Gifford
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