Social & Development Research
Empowering Development in Bangladesh Through Data-Driven Insights
Delivering rigorous, evidence-based social research, impact evaluations, and field-level intelligence across all 64 districts of Bangladesh to inform policy, drive decision-making, and improve lives.
Uncovering Contextual Truths Behind the Data
GRM Consulting Services Limited (GRMCS) bridges the gap between field reality and strategic planning. Development challenges in Bangladesh—from climate vulnerability to rapid urbanization—require localized understanding and methodological precision.
Our social research team combines global standards with deep local expertise to design, execute, and deliver actionable insights for UN agencies, INGOs, bilateral donors, government bodies, and civil society organizations.
Core Service Offerings
1. Scoping and feasibility studies
GRMCS defines project scope and rigorously assesses technical and economic viability, ensuring smart, de-risked investment decisions for maximum success.
2. Baseline, Midline & Endline Impact Evaluations
Rigorous longitudinal studies using mixed-method approaches (DAC/OECD evaluation criteria) to measure progress, assess key indicators, and quantify long-term outcomes.
3. Large-Scale Household & Field Surveys
End-to-end design and execution of nationwide quantitative surveys using real-time CAPI (Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing) mobile data collection tools.
4. KAP Analysis & System Mapping
Evaluating Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) to identify community behavioral gaps and constructing system maps to visualize complex causal relationships.
5. Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Frameworks
Developing custom Theory of Change models, result frameworks, indicators, and user-friendly reporting toolkits tailored to donor and program specifications.
6. Rapid Assessments in Humanitarian Contexts
Conducting fast-turnaround, ethically compliant assessments in crisis zones, emergency response scenarios, and refugee settings (e.g., Rohingya response in Cox’s Bazar).
Since 2012
Priority Research Areas in Bangladesh
Our Field Strength & Rigor!
Nationwide Reach: Operational presence and network across all 64 districts of Bangladesh.
Trained Field Network: Over 1,000+ experienced enumerators fluent in local dialects (e.g., Chittagonian, Sylheti, Noakhali).
Data Integrity & Tech: Real-time digital data collection (KoboToolbox, ODK, SurveyCTO) with automated GPS tagging, audio audits, and multi-tier quality control.
Ethical Compliance: Strict adherence to informed consent, data privacy, and child safeguarding standards in vulnerable communities.
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