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U&I: Nurturing Empathy for EffectivenessCase Study

2 March 2022

U&I: Nurturing Empathy for Effectiveness

U&I is a volunteer-driven charitable organization based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. It provides non-formal education to underprivileged children in 25 cities around India, through a network of over 2,300 volunteers. The casestudy engages with the ways in which conscious design can nurture structures, spaces and processes that enable the integration of an organization’s mission and volunteer model with the leadership’s core principles of empathetic care and authentic relationships. It provides an opportunity for learners to reflect on how designing for empathy can produce tangible programmatic impact, develop in-house leadership and build a self-sustaining organizational culture and volunteer ecosystem.

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Isdm And Capgemini Introduce Datasights To Streamline Data Access For Social SectorMedia Article

1 January 2025

Isdm And Capgemini Introduce Datasights To Streamline Data Access For Social Sector

The Indian School of Development Management (ISDM) has launched ISDM DataSights, powered by Capgemini, an innovative, open-access platform designed to address the critical data challenges faced by the social sector.

Sizing the prize What’s the real value of AI for your business and how can you capitalise?Paper / Report

1 January 2017

Sizing the prize What’s the real value of AI for your business and how can you capitalise?

The PwC report explores the economic impact of artificial intelligence (AI) by 2030, projecting a potential $15.7 trillion contribution to the global economy. It highlights significant GDP boosts in China (26%) and North America (14.5%), emphasizing AI's role in enhancing productivity and product quality across various sectors.​

U&I: Nurturing Empathy for EffectivenessCase Study

2 March 2022

U&I: Nurturing Empathy for Effectiveness

U&I is a volunteer-driven charitable organization based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. It provides non-formal education to underprivileged children in 25 cities around India, through a network of over 2,300 volunteers. The casestudy engages with the ways in which conscious design can nurture structures, spaces and processes that enable the integration of an organization’s mission and volunteer model with the leadership’s core principles of empathetic care and authentic relationships. It provides an opportunity for learners to reflect on how designing for empathy can produce tangible programmatic impact, develop in-house leadership and build a self-sustaining organizational culture and volunteer ecosystem.

The Power of Data for ImpactPart I: A study of data-driven practices & solutions in the social sectorPaper / Report

2 February 2024

The Power of Data for ImpactPart I: A study of data-driven practices & solutions in the social sector

This report, published by ISDM’s Centre for Data Science & Social Impact (CDSSI), examines how data-driven strategies are transforming the social sector. It explores best practices and real-world examples of data collection, management, analysis, and use by Social Purpose Organisations (SPOs). Highlighting gaps in awareness, capacity, and infrastructure, the report calls for SPOs to assess their data maturity using CDSSI’s Data Maturity Assessment framework. It advocates for targeted capacity building, ecosystem collaboration, and resource alignment to harness data for better decision-making and greater social impact.

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Data Preparation, Enrichment, and Performance

This guide from Yellowfin outlines best practices for ensuring high-quality data in business intelligence (BI) systems, focusing on the entire data preparation pipeline. The article explains the steps involved in collecting, cleansing, transforming, and enriching raw data to make it suitable for analysis. It stresses the importance of data governance, clear documentation, and streamlined workflows in optimizing BI outcomes. The guide also provides strategies for improving the performance and accuracy of BI systems, ensuring that organizations can derive actionable insights from their data.
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Data Quality Review

This article proposes an integrated approach to data quality review, combining verification and feedback mechanisms. It is particularly useful for health programs and routine data systems, ensuring that the data collected is accurate and reliable for program planning and evaluation. The article emphasizes the importance of ongoing data quality assessments and continuous improvements, which are essential for maintaining high-quality data throughout its lifecycle. By integrating verification and feedback processes, organizations can address data quality issues promptly, ensuring that the data used in decision-making is of the highest quality and supports effective program outcomes.
Media Article

Recommended Practices for Data Management and Quality

This article outlines recommended practices for data management and quality, focusing on governance, validation, and continuous improvement. It emphasizes the importance of implementing robust data governance structures that ensure data integrity, accuracy, and accessibility. The article explores strategies for validating data at various stages of its lifecycle and suggests continuous improvement practices that help organizations maintain high data standards over time. By adhering to these recommended practices, organizations can ensure that their data management systems support effective decision-making and lead to better outcomes across sectors such as healthcare, development, and public policy.
Blog
  • 1 January 1970

HOW WILL WATER MANAGEMENT LOOK IN 2030 USING DATA ANALYTICS?

This article forecasts the future of water management in 2030, emphasizing the transformative role of data analytics. It predicts a shift towards highly intelligent, interconnected systems that leverage real-time data from sensors and IoT devices for proactive monitoring of water quality, leakage detection, and consumption patterns. Data analytics will enable predictive maintenance for infrastructure, optimize water distribution, and support smart irrigation practices, reducing waste and ensuring sustainable supply. The vision includes AI-powered decision-making tools that enhance resilience against climate change impacts and facilitate equitable water resource allocation globally.
Blog
  • 1 January 1970

How Data Science is Reshaping Health Care

Data science is fundamentally reshaping healthcare by leveraging vast amounts of data to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency. This article details how data-driven insights enhance diagnostics, personalize treatment plans, and predict disease outbreaks. It highlights the use of machine learning for analyzing medical images, genomics, and electronic health records to identify patterns and inform clinical decisions. Furthermore, data science optimizes hospital operations, manages supply chains, and develops new drugs. These applications lead to more precise medicine, reduced costs, and a proactive approach to public health.
Blog
  • 1 January 1970

How Is Data Science Being Used to Tackle the Global Problem of Clean Water?

This article explores how data science is instrumental in addressing the global clean water crisis. It details how data-driven approaches enable efficient water resource management, including monitoring water quality, detecting leaks in infrastructure, and predicting demand. By analyzing diverse datasets from sensors, satellite imagery, and consumption patterns, data scientists can identify contamination sources, optimize distribution networks, and implement targeted conservation strategies. The insights derived help authorities and organizations make informed decisions, improve water accessibility, and ensure sustainable water supplies for communities worldwide, significantly contributing to public health and environmental well-being.
Case Study
  • 1 January 2022

Social Finance -leveraging Crypto Assets in India

This case study by Nishith Desai Associates explores the potential of leveraging crypto assets within the social finance landscape in India. It delves into the evolving regulatory environment surrounding blockchain and crypto assets, discusses the role of cryptocurrency funds, and examines the taxation implications for their use in social impact initiatives. The study highlights the opportunities and challenges in integrating these novel financial instruments to support social development and provides insights into the future of social finance in a digital economy.
Media Article
  • 24 July 2025

Competing on Talent Analytics

This Harvard Business Review article introduces the concept of talent analytics as a strategic HR tool. It categorises firms based on their analytics maturity—from basic reporting to advanced predictive modelling—and explores how organisations can use these insights to drive performance. By linking HR metrics with business outcomes, the piece encourages data-driven decision-making in recruitment, retention, and leadership development. The article also suggests that developing a culture of analytics within HR teams is essential for maintaining a competitive edge and aligning workforce strategy with overall organisational goals.
Case Study
  • 1 January 2002

Social Finance and the Poor

This case study, presented at a workshop on Social Finance and Social Ties, focuses on social finance development and its role in poverty alleviation, with a specific emphasis on microfinance. It likely explores how social finance initiatives are designed and implemented to address the financial needs of the poor, fostering economic inclusion and improving livelihoods. The paper discusses the interplay between social finance, social ties, and their collective impact on reducing poverty.
Case Study
  • 1 January 2022

Impact Investing in Information Technology Business

This case study explores the growing intersection of impact investing and the Information Technology (IT) business. It examines how impact investors are directing capital towards IT companies that aim to generate positive social or environmental outcomes alongside financial returns. The paper discusses the opportunities and challenges unique to impact investments within the technology sector, highlighting its potential for scalable social change.
Case Study
  • 2 January 2017

The Evolution of Crowdfunding Towards an Impact Investing Logic: the Case of Paulownia Social Project

This case study investigates the evolution of crowdfunding platforms towards an impact investing logic, using the “Paulownia Social Project” as an empirical example. It analyses how crowdfunding, initially a financial innovation, is increasingly being utilised to achieve both economic and social outcomes. The paper examines the mechanisms through which crowdfunding can generate social impact and contribute to financial innovation, highlighting the growing convergence between these two fields. It provides insights into how new financial tools can support social ventures.
Case Study
  • 2 January 2022

Social Finance -leveraging Crypto Assets in India

This case study by Nishith Desai Associates explores the potential of leveraging crypto assets within the social finance landscape in India. It delves into the evolving regulatory environment surrounding blockchain and crypto assets, discusses the role of cryptocurrency funds, and examines the taxation implications for their use in social impact initiatives. The study highlights the opportunities and challenges in integrating these novel financial instruments to support social development and provides insights into the future of social finance in a digital economy.
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