1. United Nations Regional Workshop on the 2020 World Programme
Use of handheld electronic devices for census data collection - Maldives
National Bureau of Statistics
Maldives

2. Outline Challenges of paper-based data collection and processing
Problems faced in scanning
Challenges
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3. challenges of paper-based data collection and processing
Time consuming
Paper-based forms increases chance of errors
Submitting multiple forms for a single process
Data integrity and authenticity
Re-keying information is inefficient and increases chance of errors
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4. Population and housing census 2014
Population and Housing census was conducted during September of
ICR scanning process was adopted for image based scanning of questionnaires.
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5. Problems faced in scanning
Bulk handling of questionnaires
Scanning preparations and printing
Shifting images
Going back and forth to hardcopy of questionnaires to check data accuracy
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6. Using handheld devices in other surveys
Labour force survey
Pilot was conducted during 2017
Survey Solution (CAPI) software was used to collect data.
Tablets were given for enumerators for data collection.
Data was collected offline and exported after reaching NBS.
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7. Using devices handheld devices in other surveys
DHS survey
Survey conducted by ministry of Health during 2016/2017
CAPI was used for the first time for data collection
Training was given to familiarize with CAPI software
Since data entry is not required separately, saves time
The data transfer was automatic.
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8. Way forward Why we adopt CAPI? Accuracy of data collection
Improved project completion time
Timeliness and availability of data
Flexibility of technology
Cost – effective ( especially for large and re- occurring surveys)
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9. Challenges in adopting Hand held devices
Advanced programming required (CSPro etc..) ,support from Experience parties
New technology for a complex data collection
Process /Methodology change management (awareness & understanding)will be needed
Capacity building will be required at all levels involved in the survey
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10. Challenges in adopting Hand held devices
Data storage and maintenance would require a sufficient compatible storage space, initially this might be costly.
Automatic updating of data during field visit might be risky with depending on the strength of the communication network in areas of the country.
National Bureau of Statistics