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If I don't have internal and external support about data management what can I do

I think it is more easy to manage data nowadays. But it has many risks.

Data Management Technology is the key issue in all sectors due to security, accessibility of data, application and communication.

Technology is the real aspect in data field today.

Data Management Technology is the key of data Management, without it things goes wrong at any point.
Knowing the technology of data and how to manage it enables the organization to do proper management of data from collection to uses.

Having someone hired outside of your organization to manage every bit and piece of your data system has a lot of serious disadvantages. What if this can't be reached in a particular time frame and you suddenly need this information to share with donors and partners? Your organization will be heading to destruction because of lack of knowledge right?

In every data management system, the issues of security matters a lot. Someone out there could just compromise your coded information.

Having specialize members of your team who have basic knowledge in data management technology is vital to how secure your data will be.

There are many factors that need to be considered when deciding on a data management system. Need to consider who needs to access the data and when, tools available, cost, legalities, etc.

This is an important Aspect in Monitoring and Evaluation the success of the project entirely depends on the quality of the data

Data Management technology is simple tool for storing data is a spreadsheet, it is digital table with software like microsoft like excel SQL Server, oracle database, mySQL and cloud

Data management is an important activity that your team should insist on having a hands on approach to ensure that there is no gap in the know-how. All the staff, if possible should be trained and have access into ways of managing, processing and organizing data.

Data Management Technology is the technology used in managing data. Data can be managed using digital tools or analog (non digital) tools. Example of digital tools are; Spreadsheets, Microsoft SQL, Oracle Database etc. Some digital tools like Microsoft SQL can be assessed by multiple users who have the right software and access rights. This however are more expensive to use because of the cost of software, updates, trainings, etc.

Database storage is highly efficient for managing information collected from the field

The simplest tool for storing data in data management technology is the spreadsheet.

Advantages of digital data management:

• Data can be added or accessed from the database from almost anywhere as long as the person has the hardware, software and permissions to do so.
• Data can be easily accessed by many people at the same time
• Data can be reorganized ie. sorted and organized easily using the system.
• Data can be easily analyzed directly on the software or exported from the software to other data analysis software.

Disadvantages:

• Expensive to:

1. purchase and install hardware, software, updates and fix problems
2. when external consultants are hired for the support of the system, the organization would have to pay them as well as train internal staff how to use, modify and fix the data management tool.

• If IT consultants used, there is a risk of problems being fixed on time and probably not understanding the organizations needs
• Can be complicated to use - requires technical skills
• If not implemented carefully can risk the security of the data

Many data infrastructures are designed for storage and extract data according the need of the organization. However, M&E team must have strong skills in data querying and extraction

yes to technology for data collection but also yes to staff training. for example one of our colleagues created a powerful data collection tool, however, he was the only one to master the tool. when the latter resigned, the platform was no longer functional. often the output database contains errors and bugs. That's why it's really important to train team in charged oh monitoring database.

I think that data management is a big broad topic to be addressed and for me the most important aspect for data management using digital methods is the risk of losing or breaking out the amount of data and becoming available to other users who might put the people of whom you collect data under risk. that's why I believe that data management has to be done through more variable methods both digitally and of papers kind.

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data storage and management is associated with information technology available for storing ,organizing and accessing data

Data management technology is very important because, Data can be uploaded and downloaded from nearly anywhere. Any person with the right software, hardware and account permissions can add new data or access existing data.
Data can be easily accessed. Unlike data on a sheet of paper, the same data can be accessed by multiple people simultaneously.
Data can be reorganized. All database solutions, whether they are a simple Excel spreadsheet or more complex software, allow you to sort and organize your data easily.
Data can be prepared for data analysis. Some data storage and management systems allow you to do data visualization and analysis directly in the software. Others make it easy to export data to data analysis software.

Data management technology is important because data can be easily accessed, data can be re organized, data can be prepared for data analysis, and also data can be uploaded and downloaded from nearly anywhere

Is it strictly important to hire data consultants ,if yes how did those consultants add value to existing.

Incase an organization doesn't have several people or a team who are comfortable using technology ,you should consider starting with simple physical data management systems to avoid complications which may result to risking the security of the data

With the use of IT, we are able to operate a proper data management system. Especially, if we have to deal with a large amount of data with our M & E system, we would require relevant data management technology. However, the use such technology comes with both pros and corns. First of all, it could be quite expensive for the organization. If it is not planned and managed well, it could have the adverse affect on the data management process. Thus, we should be prepared not to rely on too much on the IT support for the data management. In the situation it is a must to maintain technology-based data base, it would be best for the organization's staff to have essential skills and knowledge to operate this effectively and in a cost-efficient way.

can IT specialist is needed for Data management

it is generally easier to train your staff in slightly more complex data management technological systems when your staff in an organization have basic understanding of simpler IT systems such as Microsoft Office Pack.

Data management technology is nowadays easy and evolving due to advance technological knowhows. The obstacle could be whether the project team knows how to use the new technology for storing, organizing and accessing data.
The problem with such technology is that it keeps developing every time to a new one which will call for some sort of training to be able to effectively use it properly.
Some of such training will lead to financial burden for the institution or the staff who will need such training to keep up with the modern system for data the management technology. However, it is in the best interest of the organization to develop its data management technology to attract new contracts from clients.

Data Management technology helps us have a consistent, accurate and secure data that can be used accross an organization

Data stored in spreadsheets makes it easier for it to be accessed and prepares for data analysis directly in the software that the data is stored in.

Information technology plays a key role in data storage and management. As compare to analog procedures of data management in M&E, IT provides the digital ways through which data can be effectively managed and use.

Data management technology is essential to have accurate and timely data, especially when projects are complex and have to manage a large amount of data. Also, data management technology facilitate faster data retrieval and storage.

I agreed with your comments. Data management technology is essential and critical to have an updated an accurate MEAL system.

@knoxxsammed said in Module 3: Data Management Technology:

Is it strictly important to hire data consultants ,if yes how did those consultants add value to existing.

@knoxxsammed said in Module 3: Data Management Technology:

Is it strictly important to hire data consultants ,if yes how did those consultants add value to existing.

If you do not have the specialists in your organization, you will need to hire them, the add value of the consultants is that they will recommend with technology better suits your organization and help to set up the system. However, it is also important that part of the consultancy should be also to train staff to keep maintaining the system.

By the way using digital system currently spread through the world, the current situation effluence the organization to use this digital data system. The question is that low income country like my country can afford the cost for expert, software, hardware as well as updating of this software in all implemented area. So difficult to cover each cost. But still some organization using this method in our country eventhough not commonly distribute this technology throughout the country's region.

Data management refers to the systems and processes for storing, organizing and accessing data.

I have some level of expertise on ODK.

For organization data management technology , will suggest the use of both internal and external support for internal support the personnel's are readily available but still requires more training to get to the level of getting external support (consultant). Also once the internal staff have grown to the level of a consultant, organizations should always be fair of retaining them and develop relationship that the staff wouldn't want to leave the organization because the external support atimes are not readily available and also expensive to maintain.

Data management is the right way to maintain sensitive information where by the system or database is restricted only to specific users within the organisation so this will minimize data licking.

Data management is key. From data storage, organizing and accessing. mostly done digitally. Most common for data management is the spreadsheet. eg. Microsoft Excel.

When it comes to using technology in data management, there should be enough caution since there is a high risk in the digital world. It is necessary to have a good team that will be able to handle all the issues at hand.

Data management is system of storing and accessing data .This ensures how data is collected kept and even processed.

Although technology can be very useful it also has some disadvantages.

Digital ways are more reliable in storing, accessing, organizing and analysing data although it requires some technical skills.

Data management can be very costly especially if you are to hire a consultant. I would recommend every organization to have their own IT personnel

IT plays a critical role in reducing the work load of data being collected and managed in an organisation. Using modern technology in data management means that data can be easily recorded and retrieved whenever its needed. The data can also be accessed remotely by anyone who has the relevant permissions to do so.
The main disadvantage of using technology in data management is that the data is prone to security issues

IT plays a critical role in reducing the work load of data being collected and managed in an organisation. Using modern technology in data management means that data can be easily recorded and retrieved whenever its needed. The data can also be accessed remotely by anyone who has the relevant permissions to do so.
The main disadvantage of using technology in data management is that the data is prone to security issues

when using technology tools , it is better to hire a permanent staff who is in charge of database , that person is useful and should be the who have to train other staff on the system and he is the one who have to work with external consultant when needed

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It is very necessary to have skills in technology

It is very necessary to have skills in technology

Data management technologue is a critical element in the M&E global implementation strategy. As présentée, it"s clear that thé better M&E plan will conduct to nothing if infrastructure for well dealing with data fails

Data management system refers to the system and processes for storing, organizing and accessing data.

It is very crucial thing in M&E process.

For Data management it is essentials to have knowledge of IT or officers should go for training about the data management

It is very essential to get the staff trained on the data management so as to be sure that everyone can access and use the data.

another issue prone here is the data security

Yeah though it is very expensive

With the advent of technology, M&E has also employed the use of technology to manage data. technologies such as E

Regarding data management, it is important, because data is expensive, so a statistic must also know how some databases work, how to handle it so as not to spend too much to hire an IT consultant. So I can then that the statistic is related to IT. When we work as data analyzes and also have to work as a computer scientist for the knowledge of the management of different database languages ​​such as: Mysql, Oracle, Database. For me it is really useful to know how to work in Information Technology (IT). A firm that does not manage its data well will end up losing its customers for the confidentiality of its data.

Exactly, it is not only a sheet it is also a database designed for example SQL server, Oracle and Mysql. So we are called to know how to manipulate these languages ​​so as not to have too many gaps in the management of our.

Data management technology is also an element for the conservation of the archives of essential data made for the rectification, modification and reference of other studies. It also helps us to do the M&E plan well in our data structure projects and to create a dataset.

With the advent of technology, M&E has employed the use of technology in managing data. technologies such as Excel, MicrosoftSQL etc. In some instances, they might be expensive to use. However, the advantages completely outweighs the disadvantages. It is advised that a member of the M&E team have knowledge of the use of the used technology that is in some instances where the storage is contracted to an external company.

Data are best managed using IT means. Although physical methods of collecting data on paper is popular but the disadvantages are so enormous. Since the world has become global village, data collected anywhere can be accessed from any distant location with ease for further processing.

Even data collected manually are inputted into IT infrastructures from collation to analysis, storage, accessing, editing, deleting or even securing.

I think is better to hire an IT consultant whose duty is to train staff specifically on IT works or better still make the the IT personnel a staff.

Data Management Technology, specifically the digital one is convenient because data can be uploaded and downloaded anywhere and anytime, and can be accessed by authorised team members. Nonetheless, these technologies are expensive and not all organisations may be able to afford them.

Data Management Technology, specifically the digital one is convenient because data can be uploaded and downloaded anywhere and anytime, and can be accessed by authorised team members. Nonetheless, these technologies are expensive and not all organisations may be able to afford them.

In an evolving Information Communication and technology environment that has seen emergence of advanced and complicated tech solutions, and the huge cost involved, High level optimization needs to be in place to ensure minimum cost is incurred while keeping the data secured and easily accessible.
Decision making process regarding Data management technology depends on the size of the firm and the extent of data use by the firm. In light of these therefore, Data management system can be outsourced from companies specializing on the system of choice

For sure it is essential for your team to have the basic IT understanding.

storing data on clod servers can be extremely expensive. It is necessary to analyze before deciding on the choice. thank you!

The digital databases are perfect if the organization has the capability to manage that database the protect it security

Technology is most applied in data management hence the staff should be savvy on using these tools and software

Absolutely true

Technology plays an important part in the data management, as data can be store without any problem and very fast. The use of these data management software or databases play important row in the analysis of the data that has been collected. Very is much need for the organisation to be having databases for sorting information. information which are re can be found fast using technology than analog.

This shows how but it is for Organization to train their staff on adequate use of software database as excel and others

This shows how but it is for Organization to train their staff on adequate use of software database as excel and others

Its been amazing working with many data management softwares like excel and SPSS. I am vast with excel and loves using this software in analysing, cleaning and reporting data.

Rights to databases are to be given to few individuals and should have different rights to different people pending on how they use the data. some people can be viewers only, editors and downloaders

In this era of technological advancement, everything has gone digital, including management of data. It has become much more easier to manage data using technology than analog where paper, files were preferred. Technology comes with a wide range range of advantages in managing data like easy access, data can be downloaded from anywhere, easy reorganization and analysis. However, if not managed well, technology also can pose a risk to loss of data due to virus or someone can easily delete it.

Rights to databases are to be given to few individuals and should have different rights to different people pending on how they use the data. some people can be viewers only, editors and downloaders

Dorah should use data on how the programs are preforming and maintain the one that is making impact.

It is also important to train your data management staffs on the different types of data management solve ware so that all data management will only be done by internal staffs rather that hiring a consultant that may put your data at risks. In this case data can only be manage in-house

very true

Modern technology helps a lot in maintaining data storage as most of the digital technologies requires security. In some cases, data can only be accessible to those who have authority to access. For monitoring and evaluation purposes, data storage through digital technology is the best way to run an analysis as there are software that automatically analyze data.

To manage your data that means you in track to make decisions

Data storage is the best way to get them back any time you want, backup must be done

All the disciplines/ devices/technology related to managing data as a valuable resource, such as data modeling or metadata management.

Technology has become an important aspect in the management and security of data in the last two decades. This technology ranges from systems, software and the devices used to store and access data. Quiet often, most organisations do not have the right software and capacity in terms of human resources to manage their own digital data management systems, they therefore hire the expertise of consultants. Although digital technology has a number of advantages, it presents quite a number of risks especially related to data security, these include loss incase of system crash, hacking among others. There is therefore need to ensure the the right resources and processes are in place to ensure the data infrastructure is secure and not liable to crashing.

Technology has become an important aspect in the management and security of data in the last two decades. This technology ranges from systems, software and the devices used to store and access data. Quiet often, most organisations do not have the right software and capacity in terms of human resources to manage their own digital data management systems, they therefore hire the expertise of consultants. Although digital technology has a number of advantages, it presents quite a number of risks especially related to data security, these include loss incase of system crash, hacking among others. There is therefore need to ensure the the right resources and processes are in place to ensure the data infrastructure is secure and not liable to crashing.

All the disciplines related to managing data as a valuable resource, such as data modeling or metadata management.

This is good

any desicion that Dora make must be based on data and information not feelings or personal experience.

I think the excel spreadsheet is the right tool for small organizations. It is a tool accessible to everyone and the use of which is less complicated.

Data storage using information technology is a very efficient way to store data although it can be tricky especially if you are not acquainted with it. So the first time I experienced using spreadsheet to store information was in an NGO, it was so cool and I was happy that I got to participate. But unfortunately, after entering up to a 100 names with their different information to save and send to our headquarters in Abuja, everything disappeared and till now I can’t tell how it happened. I was given a guideline but I wasn’t precise with how the whole thing works. Using IT for me is the best way to store data but one needs an expertise or rather a supervisor who can monitor an upcoming expert.

Data management is important. It provides a good platform for data use. If you can't manage your data then you can't use it. It therefore essential that data is managed effectively.

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Unless a few people in the team are technical experts, using complicated technology might not be convenient and can cause errors. However, using advanced technology can save time and accuracy rate can go up.

digital data can easily be accesed,can be uploaded and downloaded from anywhere and can be reorganized and be prepared for analysis.it is also good to understand how IT worka even if you hire external consultant.

This module discuss on Data management technology, starting from key terms that where new to us since from module 1, how to mange store and secure your data. Also the most important thing discuss on module 3 so far is to have an IT expert in your team, for security and up to date update on your database and incase of any security breach on your data.