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Data quality & methodology

Learn how Standard Insights ensures high‑quality respondents and reliable survey results through our multi‑source approach, quality checks, and client feedback system.

Updated over 3 months ago

Making business decisions without accurate data is risky. At Standard Insights, we deliver reliable consumer insights faster and more efficiently. To achieve this, we use a multi‑source methodology, advanced quality controls, and a transparent sourcing process, giving you confidence in every response.


Our sourcing methodology

We combine multiple approaches to build the right audience for each project:

1. Standard Insights Sampling

We directly engage consumers on platforms they already use — like social media, communities, and apps.

  • Meeting audiences where they are → No need for lengthy sign‑ups or panel pre‑registration.

  • Rewards that resonate → Interest‑based, geography‑aligned, and non‑monetary incentives.

  • Direct‑to‑consumer insights → Responses come straight from individuals, without unnecessary intermediaries.

👉 Learn more about the respondent journey →

2. The Global Standard

For niche or specialized audiences, we connect with vetted panel partners.

  • Reach rare audiences → e.g. medical specialists and unique demographics.

  • Tap into diversity → Wide coverage across categories and regions.

  • Competitive pricing & conditions → Our vetted network ensures strong value and compliance with our quality standards.


Data accuracy

Accuracy is a constant challenge in consumer research. We’ve refined our methods for years, and even correctly predicted the 2022 presidential elections in the Philippines with 98.5% accuracy, outperforming other firms.

  • Our partners follow strict quality guidelines aligned with our standards.

  • Every client can rate suppliers after their project, creating continuous accountability.


Quality controls at every step

We combine AI‑based detection and a human review layer to guarantee data quality.

1. Technical checks

  • Duplicate Device & IP Address detection

  • Verification via social media, email, or phone

  • Location & VPN detection

  • Bot detection

  • GPT‑4 & 5 auto‑fill detection

  • KYC (on request)

2. Improbable checks

  • Statistical analysis of responses

  • “Trap” and red‑herring questions

  • In‑survey conditional checks

3. Behavioral checks

  • Detection of inattentive behavior

  • Analysis of overly fast respondents

  • Speeder and engagement analysis

4. Human layer

  • Open‑ended responses reviewed for relevance

  • Blacklist protocol for low‑quality respondents

  • Manual review of project test phase (24–48h) before full launch


Fresh & engaged participants

  • Fresh sampling → Participants who completed a survey in the last 180 days are automatically excluded.

  • Professional survey design → Surveys are usually under 10 minutes, with 20–30 questions, reducing fatigue and drop‑offs.

  • Accessible experience → Surveys are mobile‑friendly, intuitive, and require no downloads.

  • Test phase validation → We run a 24–48h quality control before launching at scale.


Why this matters

  • Transparency in sourcing → You know where participants come from.

  • Global reach → Reliable respondents in 150+ countries, including remote and non‑Western regions.

  • Fast insights → Typical projects deliver results in a few days to one week.


Common questions

Q: How do you ensure data quality?
Through multiple technical, behavioral, and statistical checks, plus human validation. Every survey also passes through a testing phase before full rollout.

Q: Can I be sure the audience is fresh?
Yes. No respondent participates in two surveys within 180 days.

Q: Do you use third‑party panels?
Yes — but only vetted, high‑quality partners. We adapt sourcing to each project, and you can rate suppliers post‑purchase to ensure accountability.

Q: Can I access very niche or B2B audiences?
Standard Insights specializes in B2C research. For specialized or niche audiences, we leverage vetted partners. B2B audiences are possible only at a broad or generic level.


✅ With our multi‑source approach, rigorous quality checks, and client feedback loop, you gain trustworthy, actionable insights you can rely on.

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