At Knowledge Advisory Group, logic models are one of our favorite tools for both program design and evaluation strategy because they create the foundation for success. What is a logic model? At a high level, a logic model illustrates how a program is designed to
Read more →As organizations begin to recognize that data and evaluation are imperative for program development, they are sometimes tempted to look for a quick, silver bullet approach to data collection. In the final blog of our Conquering Data series, we want to caution against the urge to purchaseRead more →
In the fourth blog of our Conquering Data series, we’d like to ask you to consider this question: can we truly adopt a mindset of continuous improvement without identifying areas for growth, refinement and action? Over the past decade, Knowledge Advisory Group has encountered many organizations thatRead more →
The availability of user-friendly survey platforms, such as Survey Monkey and Survey Gizmo, implies that anyone can design and execute a survey to obtain useful information from clients, customers, employees or other target audiences. However, it’s important to distinguish the availability of a data collection platform fromRead more →
In the third blog of our five-blog series, Conquering Data, we want to share another essential understanding within the funder and nonprofit relationship. After explaining that it is okay to start small and asserting that nonprofits should take ownership of their program outcomes in our first two
Read more →In the second installment of our five-part series, Conquering Data, we’re taking the next step towards doing just that. Last month we focused on dispelling the myth that to make a difference in data and program evaluation you must jump in headfirst. Instead, we asserted that it’sRead more →
Did you miss Knowledge Advisory Group’s recent webinar on how to not get derailed by the pandemic? Or maybe you attended but want to learn more? Get ahead with a few tips from the session. Download our Insider Knowledge Tip Sheet that explains how to adjust yourRead more →
It can be overwhelming to think about data and program evaluation. When venturing into this territory it’s only natural to have questions. Where should we begin? What should we measure? How can we find meaning in our data? In the first blog of our five-part series, Conquering
Read more →Download full case study Trina and her staff of talented professionals listened exceptionally well in an effort to discern the complexity of our challenges. Our project became much more involved than originally anticipated, and KAG was with us every step of the way." — Karen O’Brien, COO,Read more →
Client satisfaction is central to every action and decision a business makes. But simply believing your clients are satisfied isn’t enough. To inform its new branding and drive the company’s long-term strategies, a financial services firm knew that it would need to dig deeper into its customer
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