Lessons in public sector innovation: digitalising the R&D Survey

Key Points

• The aim is to enhance the effectiveness of collecting and curating R&D statistics in South Africa through digital means.
• Implemented a custom-built online platform for data collection and curation
• Engaged a multidisciplinary team from HSRC for development and testing
• Conducted a pilot project in early 2022
• Improved efficiency in data collection observed during the pilot
• Enhanced usability and accessibility of R&D statistics through digital means
• Valuable lessons shared for future public sector innovation projects