What Works research is built on a powerful, proprietary, technology-leveraged engine that accelerates the easy but time-consuming tasks so experts can focus on hands-on analysis and efficacy work that no one else can get to, at speed, scale, and quality.
And we do it when you want it - using a unique, crowdfunding-inspired approach.
The Model
Communities vote each year to develop a core slate of work they are interested in and see the most value out of. We combine this with our unique point of view on emerging topics and areas that need in-depth investigation and applied tools to create a research slate like no other. When we hit critical mass, we launch immediately.
The Engine
A proprietary research approach utilizing heavily customized technology and tools that “slingshot” the work into orbit. We conduct literature reviews, develop analytical frameworks, and create research constructs in a matter of days, and spend the time saved on deep participatory research aimed at getting insights and solutions into your hands when you need it most…now.
The Outputs
What Works research contains all of the typical outputs you might expect (overviews, literature reviews, strategies and models for action) - but that’s simply the starting point. Our true focus is on research to practice, with in-depth comparative analysis. When you enlist in a project, expect practical, actionable tools to begin arriving in the first quarter, not the first year.