Organize or Analyze Data, Improve Internal Workflows, Provide Ongoing Digital Support

ICRG Strategy, Resource Analytics & MEL Reporting

Client: International Cooperative Research Group (ICRG) Year: 2022-2025 Industry: research, international development

Designed and implemented a centralized tracking system and data dashboard for ICRG's global resource library.

Project Overview

ICRG needed end-to-end digital management support for its evolving content ecosystem, including a centralized system to track and analyze resource download data.

The Challenge

  • No centralized system for tracking resource usage across platforms
  • Manual data processing made it hard to surface actionable insights
  • Resource library growth outpaced internal reporting capacity

Our Approach & Key Contributions

Centralized Resource Analytics & Data Architecture

Designed and implemented a data workflow and dashboard that centralized download data and surfaced strategic insights across key indicators, transforming reporting from manual effort to insight-driven decision-making.

Data ArchitectureDashboard DevelopmentResource Analytics

→ 1,500+ downloads categorized across 100+ countries

Strategic Reporting & Monitoring Evaluation Learning (MEL) Alignment

Connected dashboard insights to internal strategy and USAID reporting; designed tailored visual reports and summaries to guide team planning and stakeholder communication.

Strategic ReportingMEL IntegrationData Visualization

→ 100% improvement in tracking and visibility from data-driven insights

Digital Content Ecosystem Management

Provided end-to-end support for ICRG's content ecosystem including metadata structuring, content QA, internal coordination, and process documentation to improve resource discoverability.

Content QAMetadata StandardizationPlatform Coordination

→ Structured tagging and resource protocols implemented

Tools & Technologies

Google SheetsWordPressdashboard/visualization toolsGoogle AnalyticsCanvaAdobe Premiere Pro

Outcomes & Results

Prior to implementation, resource downloads were untracked and engagement was estimated through general site analytics. Post-launch, every download was captured with full user metadata, enabling near real-time strategic insights and reporting exceeding funder expectations.

Staff now have on-demand access to usage trends; Insights used for strategic planning and USAID stakeholder reporting; Streamlined internal communications around resource relevance

Key Metrics

1Downloads categorized
500+
100+Countries represented
12+Data points per download
90%Reduction in manual reporting time

Client Testimonial

"Highly recommend Justin Franks! His technical and collaborative skills have been invaluable to U.S. Overseas Cooperative Development Council (OCDC) and its research arm, the International Cooperative Research Group."

— Judith H, Director, International Cooperative Research Group (ICRG)

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