How to better manage program data with limited resources

In this episode of Local Link Hub, Enikő Vass chats with Camille Errard from CartONG about a common challenge: small NGOs drowning in data but lacking resources. Camille explains that data isn’t scary -it’s just facts that can turn into knowledge when used well. She shares a story from Iraq where a team spent two stressful days on reports until they organized their data. After a few changes, the same work took only one hour.

Her advice? Start simple. Use tools like Excel or KoboToolbox, set clear rules, and train your team. Choose tools that fit your needs, not the fanciest ones. Keep data safe with good habits, and remember: donors should support training and basic tech.

Camille’s final tip: begin with one mobile data collection tool and a simple database. Build a strong base, then grow.