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10 things you need to know about buying and using online sample
You need to put together a winning research proposal. You're up against large, well-resourced agencies. You must have something which makes you stand out...
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Here's what you need to know about buying and using online sample. The focus is not on how to choose an online panel partner, but practical steps to handle the challenges posed by the feasibility, proposal and project processes.
The success of your project rests on you knowing the tricks of the online sampling trade, so let's have a look at what you might encounter - and what actions you can take.
We've updated our Calculator App!
Our Blended Incidence Calculator has had a makeover - we've now added a sample size calculator plus a fieldwork tracking & reporting tool to it.
You can contact us directly through the app, and we've included a random methodology generator to give you a little extra inspiration!
Take the hassle out of boost sample calculations, let the app work out the fieldwork metrics and easily share reports with your team.
Give it a try, and if you find it useful, you can download it directly on your phone or tablet.
Thanks to the clever guys at Calcapp!
Point your mobile/tablet at this: shorturl.at/cCEH1 or click on the button below.
Making representative samples work
We look at the less-treaded path to representative sampling - survey starters, not completers.
Applying quotas to those who start your survey rather than those who complete it can deliver much richer data when it comes to understanding your target and sizing the market opportunity.
There are a few things which need to be considered, not least that your sample vendors understand the methodology and your survey platform can handle it.
We explain why it can be important, when to use it, and what to look out for.
Using online panels? Read this!
How do you go about comparing online panels? Is there an easy way to quantify differences and make a well-informed decision about which vendors you should be working with, and which to avoid?
We think so - it's not so much about panel size, response rates and country coverage (they're important, but as long as the feasibility stacks up for your project in France, is the existence of their mobile panel in Finland going to sway your decision?).
We've found that higher expertise and lower cost go hand in hand, and we've devised a test that you can use to prove it...
5 ways we're changing how research gets done
We want to share some examples which are changing how our clients approach, view and expect their research.
Are there parallels or new opportunities for your own research work? If you're yearning for more intuitive ways to manage projects, to tap into a wider range of tools & participant sources, and want a splash of mobile magic while you're at it, we certainly hope it'll get you thinking!
The Holy Grail of mobile research?
We're really excited about this! If you've ever wondered why mobile research is just so complicated to execute properly, or thrown your hands up in frustration when you hit its real-world limitations, this is for you!
We show you where the methodology is, how it got there, and what's just come whizzing round the corner.
Forget everything you think you know about mobile research - it's just got a lot more interesting...and useful!
Be a research superhero!
We take a look at what some really smart people have created, and show how you can transform your research worklife.
Time to dust off that outfit...
DataChefs opens its doors to new patrons
We formed DataChefs because we are convinced that there are better ways to run research. From accessing the most appropriate sources of information & streamlining project work, to interpreting results & presenting findings. All of it can be improved - and we want to show you how.
Imagine a world where the most innovative approaches are within your reach, each carefully vetted and clearly explained. How about project work without the tyranny of email? Analysis without a gazillion spreadsheets? Presentations that inspire!
Ready to bring research into the digital age?
