UDA recognises the power of knowledge and we assist our clients to obtain it. We believe in flexible and dynamic approaches to acquiring and exploiting information and we offer:
UDA partners and associates are based around the world, working collaboratively to provide clients with tailored, responsive advice and training solutions. We are committed to go where our projects demand, when our clients require and with the deadlines to enable timely action.
Many areas of our work are sensitive. We focus on providing services tailored to client needs and we offer the flexibility and experience to manage confidential projects.
Applications
Examples of how our methods are applied include:
- All-source investigations of terrorist networks, e.g. in Afghanistan and Somalia.
- Survey and sampling design and implementation in sectors such as health, agriculture, energy, rural development etc.
- Training to acquire and interpret satellite data on land use and to combine this with ground-based surveys in order to model agricultural production
- Training on statistical analysis and project management, in conjunction with leading universities
- Mentoring field staff in the collection of information on organised criminal activity, e.g. in Pakistan.
- Identifying energy insecurities by mapping energy demand against supplies, transport infrastructure and political developments