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1. Project Planning and Management2. Geospatial Mapping and EA Database3. Enumeration Instruments and Tools4. Data Capture and Management5. Census Testing and Pilots6. Recruitment and Training7. Deployment and Supervision8. Enumeration and Logistics9. Quality Assurance and Risk Management10. Census Analysis and Products11. Partnerships and Collaboration12. Advocacy and Publicity13. Procurement and Financial Management14. Post-Enumeration Survey15. Alternative Approaches16. Planning Checklist
Case Studiesâ–¶
1. Project Planning and Management2. Geospatial Mapping3. Enumeration Instruments4. Data Capture5. Census Testing6. Recruitment and Training7. Deployment and Supervision8. Enumeration and Logistics9. Quality Assurance10. Census Analysis11. Partnerships12. Advocacy13. Procurement14. Post-Enumeration Survey15. Alternative Approaches16. Planning Checklist
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Recommendations​

  • Procurement of devices and servers should be completed well in advance-ideally six months before enumeration—to allow for testing and configuration. Standardizing devices across the field force simplifies training and support.

  • Data transmission should follow a layered model, with supervisors reviewing data before it is uploaded to central servers. In areas without reliable mobile networks, alternative connectivity solutions such as satellite dishes should be explored.

  • Security must be embedded at every level of the operation. This includes using encryption, implementing access controls, and conducting regular audits. Training should be comprehensive and ongoing, covering both the use of digital tools and the importance of data confidentiality.

  • To ensure the security of the entire infrastructure at all levels, the census implementing agency can engage a consultant to work with the ICT team in areas including data centre security, transmission security, network security and penetration testing.

  • Pilot testing is essential. All systems and tools should be thoroughly tested during pilot exercises to identify and resolve issues before the main census. Public engagement is also critical. Educating the population about digital enumeration methods can increase participation and reduce resistance.