Data is a crucial component of statistical analysis. Analysis of bad data can lead to potentially devastating consequences if such analysis is used for decision-making purposes. Identifying the problems inherent in the way data is captured, is one step towards improving data quality.
1. Importance of Data in Surveillance
Sunil Malhotra
Founder, Ideafarms
27 April 2015
Presented to FBSA delegates, Republic of Iraq
at the 124A Bilateral Training Programme
International Centre for Information Systems and Audit (iCISA)
Comptroller and Auditor General of India