Hannah Wichmann, Five Talents’ Monitoring, Learning and Evaluation Specialist, recently joined Surveys and Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast to share how and why we have transitioned to digital data collection across our programmes.
In the episode, Hannah explains the thinking behind our move from paper-based systems to digital tools, and how this shift is strengthening the way we gather data from savings groups and their members. She explores the practical benefits of going digital, from improving accuracy and efficiency to enabling faster insights that help us better understand impact at group level. She also shares anecdotes from experiences collecting data in Kenya.
By capturing high-quality data in real time, we are better equipped to support partners, strengthen groups, and ensure that the voices and experiences of members shape how programmes grow and develop.
If you would like to hear more about our journey towards digital data collection, and what we’ve learned along the way, you can listen to the full podcast below.