We use applied research…
to help solve those practical problems specific to your organizational or community context.
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As professional researchers, we gather practical information for evidence-informed decision making. Through a collaborative process, we work with you to:
Identify the questions to ask.
Gather information from multiple sources, such as peer-reviewed research, jurisdictional scans and community wisdom.
Make sense of the relevance of the information to your organization and community.
Help you communicate and use the information.
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Applied research is not intended to create theoretical knowledge.
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Environmental and jurisdictional scans.
Literature reviews, including systematic reviews and scoping reviews.
Proposal development.
Knowledge translation, including development, dissemination, exchange and application of information.
Technical and plain language communication.
Data visualization - graphic representation of data.
“Working with SWM Consulting, we have been able to move forward and make iterative changes to our programming to ensure it aligns with our project objectives and most importantly to ensure it meets the satisfaction of our community.”
“Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence were evident in every aspect of their work. They were highly responsive to our needs in the North Zone with consideration of the ever-changing pressures in primary care. ”