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From Insight to Impact

DataSense is the strategic business unit (SBU) at iSocial for research and
data intelligence which offers services to corporate, non-profit, government
and development agencies in Bangladesh and abroad.

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Webinar on Precarity of Women
Platform Workers: Bangladesh
Scenario and Agenda

On the lived experiences of women in Bangladesh's platform economy,
a joint study by DataSense and Data & Society (USA), esteemed speakers
and participants engaged in an insightful discussion.

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Bangladesh’s CMSMEs navigate the
challenges of 2025

Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) shed light on their struggles and aspirations.
Business leaders of 10 sectors reveal a complex landscape of rising input costs,
supply chain issues, and fierce competition.

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Established in

2018

About Us

What We Do

At DataSense, we provide data-driven insights and policy solutions across the digital economy, labor, and governance sectors

Our expertise extends to the labor economy and labor migration, where we focus on promoting decent work. We conduct in-depth research, provide policy reviews, and perform impact assessments to address key challenges in these sectors. Our work is also guided by a cross-cutting focus on technology, climate change, and gender.

datasense@isocial.com.bd

Demand-based Social and Economic Research

We use advanced models and analytics to conduct in-depth research on topics like labor, entrepreneurship, and digital economies to inform evidence-based policies and foster inclusive development.

Formative Research for New Product/Service Design

We conduct early-stage research to inform the development of innovative, demand-driven products and services that precisely meet the needs of target communities.

Impact Assessment

We are experts at evaluating the impact of social projects and businesses through baseline studies and ongoing evaluations to track changes and promote continuous learning.

Research Design and Facilitation

We design extensive research methods and facilitate data collection with our nationwide network of data professionals, ensuring quality, analysis, and translation services.

Market Research and Business Intelligence

We provide businesses with data-driven insights, easy-to-digest reports, and performance measures to help managers make strategic decisions.

Visual Policy Storytelling

We transform complex data and policy insights into clear, compelling visual narratives that resonate with policymakers, businesses, and the public.

Management Consultancy

We empower organizations and individuals by developing their skills in data generation, management, analysis, and interpretation to drive informed decisions and efficiency.

Data Analytics

As a core capability, we use advanced tools and techniques to extract meaningful insights from data, identify patterns, and support evidence-based decisions for complex challenges.

Data Capacity Building

We provide expert analysis and recommendations to help shape effective policies and frameworks for governments and organizations.

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Gig economy in Bangladesh: Challenges and paths to fairer platforms

Fairwork works with stakeholders, including the platform owners, to create a framework conducive to the growth of the platform economy with happy gig workers. The platforms are evaluated on five broad principles.

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EIB 12th Issue:

The 12th edition of Economic Intelligence Bangladesh explores the nation’s labour market woes, from rising unemployment among educated youths to persistent structural challenges.

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Participating in ‘The New Data Economies of Social Enterprise

Hosted by the Edinburgh Futures Institute in University of Edinburgh

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Precarity of Women Platform Workers: Bangladesh Scenario and Agenda

A.H.M Shafiquzzaman, Secretary of the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Bangladesh (MoLE), recently shared his insights with DataSense.

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Current Openings

Join us as to be a Research Intern at DataSense

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