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Research reports
Full-length IDER studies, with original report PDFs, evidence dates and analytical limitations.
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Research, clearly organised.
Explore full research reports, IDER Insights newsletters and Research Desk briefs in their own collections.
20 publications
IDER Insights newsletters
Focused articles on business, investment, development and public policy, with practical implications.
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IDER Research Desk
Concise source-based briefs, including Monday editions and the dated research archive.
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Research planning guides
Practical guidance for commissioning research and defining the evidence your organisation needs.
Before you enter: seven questions your market study should answer
A market-entry decision needs more than a headline market size. Define the customer, the reachable opportunity and the conditions under which an entry strategy could work.
Read the guideA feasibility study is more than a forecast
A credible investment case connects market evidence, technical assumptions, financial performance and implementation risk. Forecasts should be tested, not simply presented.
Read the guideTest the investment thesis before committing capital
Commercial due diligence examines whether the market, customer base and business model support the investment thesis. Its value lies in independent challenge and clear implications.
Read the guideChoose indicators that change management decisions
A dashboard is useful when its indicators tell management what to investigate or do. Start with the business decision and the operating model before choosing charts.
Read the guideChoose an evaluation design around the programme decision
Monitoring, performance evaluation and impact evaluation answer different questions. The appropriate approach depends on the programme, the decision and the evidence available.
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