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Programme Evaluation
Performance, outcome and impact evaluations; theories of change; logical frameworks; and results-based management.
Independent South African research agency
Evidence that moves
decisions forward.
We help government institutions, development agencies, NGOs and businesses evaluate programmes, understand communities and act on reliable evidence.
Rigorous methodsEthical practiceActionable findings
About WISE
Research made useful,
not merely produced.
Established on 21 August 2023, WISE Research Consulting & Services translates complex social and economic realities into clear evidence for policy, strategy and programme improvement.
We combine scientific rigour with local insight, partnering with clients across the full research cycle—from inception and fieldwork to analysis, reporting and dissemination.
Our approach →
IntegrityTransparent and independent work
CollaborationSolutions co-created with clients
AccountabilityFindings that withstand scrutiny
InnovationCurrent methods and technology
What we do
Capabilities built for
complex questions.
Focused services for organisations that need defensible evidence and practical direction.
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Research & Data Analysis
Qualitative, quantitative and mixed-method studies, including instrument design, fieldwork, SPSS, NVivo and ATLAS.ti analysis.
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Market & Business Intelligence
Customer satisfaction, brand perception, market-entry and competitive assessments that clarify opportunity and risk.
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Policy & Public-Sector Support
Policy reviews, IDP research, community consultations and strategic planning for municipalities and public institutions.
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Research Capacity Building
Ethical methodology guidance, data-analysis support and research software training. WISE does not produce assessed work for students.
Our process
A clear route from
inception to impact.
Every engagement is structured around quality, ethics and decisions the client can implement.
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Frame
Inception, stakeholder consultation and research questions.
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Design
Methodology, instruments, sampling and ethical review.
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Gather
Secure, quality-controlled primary and secondary data.
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Interpret
Analysis, triangulation and stakeholder validation.
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Activate
Clear reporting, dissemination and implementation support.
Our expertise
Evidence designed
for impact.
We deliver research that connects sound methodology with the practical decisions organisations need to make.
Integrated research capability
WISE RESEARCH PORTFOLIO
From research design to actionable recommendations
Our multidisciplinary approach combines programme evaluation, stakeholder engagement, fieldwork and rigorous analysis to produce clear, decision-ready evidence.
Mixed methodsProgramme evaluationStakeholder engagementStrategic recommendations
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Start a conversation
Bring us the question.
We’ll build the evidence.
Tell us about your organisation, project and intended outcomes. WISE will respond with an appropriate research approach.