Review of Statistics
Reviewing statistics is an important service provided by OESR. We can review all aspects of proposed and existing surveys, operational systems, collections, statistical analyses and reports for government agencies.
Surveys
A team of survey experts in OESR can review proposed or completed surveys conducted by government agencies. We can review all aspects of a survey including design, level of statistical rigour and appropriateness of methodology. We provide recommendations for improvement that will achieve more accurate results.
Operational systems
A core OESR service is to advise government agencies on all aspects of their electronic and other systems that have been put in place to analyse data and other information. Our IT experts have extensive experience in small systems development and can comment on the appropriateness and efficiency of similar systems built by or for other areas of government.
Collections
OESR has considerable expertise in developing and operating systems for the collection of data and other information, and its subsequent analysis. We will review all aspects of collection systems developed by or for other government agencies and provide advice on ways to improve both the systems and the quality of the data.
Analysis
With many years of practical experience in all aspects of data analysis, we can review analysis methods, comment on their appropriateness and suggest alternative, improved techniques. OESR can provide advice on whether the results of statistical tests are correctly described and interpreted.
Reports
Our staff can critically review reports prepared by government agencies and advise on the best way to present data and other information, including maps, graphs and tables. We can edit statistical reports and publications prepared by government agencies for structure, logic, content, style, mechanics and format. OESR can also assist in evaluating the statistical and analytical content of tender submissions received and reports from contractors.
Last reviewed: Dec 19, 2007, Last modified: Dec 19, 2007
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