| dc.description.abstract | This study will aim to investigate the influence of mobile technology usage for data
collection on data quality in the context of data collection for humanitarian non-
governmental organizations (NGOs), with a specific focus on World Vision Kenya.
The landscape of data collection in humanitarian non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
has evolved significantly in the recent past due to the integration of mobile technology.
This paradigm shift is global, with organizations leveraging mobile technology to enhance
data collection processes and improve data quality.
World Vision International has embraced mobile solutions like Last Mile Mobile
Solutions® (LMMS) to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and accountability in
humanitarian services. World Vision Kenya utilizes mobile apps like KoboCollect and
DreamSave among other apps to address data quality challenges. This study aims to
investigate how mobile technology use for data collection influences data quality in
humanitarian NGOs, focusing on accuracy, completeness, consistency, timeliness, and
reliability of the data collected.
This study will explore the types of mobile devices and apps used within World Vision
Kenya and their influence on data quality. Staff capacity and training in mobile data
collection will be assessed, considering how this influences data collection quality.
Additionally, organizational support, including policies and resources, will be examined to
understand their role in ensuring quality data outputs.
Understanding the nuances of mobile technology utilization within humanitarian NGOs is
crucial for optimizing data collection processes and improving decision-making in the
humanitarian work. This research seeks to contribute to the broader discourse on leveraging
technology for humanitarian aid and underscores the importance of data quality in
enhancing humanitarian operations | en_US |
