What is analytics and what can it do for you?
The term analytics is frequently brought up in newspapers, magazines, blogs, and even TV advertisements. Fundamentally, analytics enables organizations to make data-informed decisions that can help them improve daily operations and demonstrate their impact on society. The first step is to identify questions that you are hoping to answer with data. Pro Bono Analytics can assist with determining the “right” data for answering these questions, identifying pathways for collecting these data, and then applying the appropriate analytics that can guide your organization towards better decisions. If you already have data, then we can provide advice on what questions can be answered with these data, as well as conduct the data analysis and help you manage your data resources. Wherever your organization is in its data analytics journey, Pro Bono Analytics is committed to guiding you along the right path.
How does PBA help nonprofits with data?
In light of the potential for positive impact, the mission of Pro Bono Analytic (PBA) is to apply analytics and operations research techniques to help nonprofits that work in underserved communities or with underserved populations. PBA connects your organization with volunteer experts skilled at collecting and using data to facilitate fact-based decision making. Specifically, PBA has helped organizations with:
- Measuring & communicating their organization’s effectiveness
- Improving operational efficiency
- Evaluating critical decisions regarding program changes
- Collecting and using data mindfully... & more!