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Research Division

Rigorous research to inform critical decisions

Qualitative and quantitative research, conducted anywhere in South Africa and across the continent.

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About the research division

PKM Consulting Services is a full-service collaborative research partner, providing both qualitative and quantitative research. We can conduct rigorous studies anywhere in the country, using a regional springboard to serve the rest of Africa.

Our aim is research that empowers clients to make decisions with timely, accurate intelligence.

Specialised fields

  • Social science research
  • Market trends
  • Feasibility studies
  • Business intelligence
  • Environmental management
  • Organisational development
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What our research sets out to do

  • Deliver excellence

    High-quality work that meets each client's specific needs.

  • Drive innovation

    Current methodologies and analytics that generate useful insight.

  • Empower decisions

    Timely, accurate intelligence for navigating complex challenges.

  • Financial perspective

    Financial insight integrated for a rounded view of market opportunities.

Selected research services work

Full track record

  • April – Sept 2023

    South Africa

    South Africa's progress on SDG 16 and 17

    Report on South Africa's progress towards attaining the goals for SDG 16 and 17. Data analysis for a succinct country report.

  • Mar 2020 – Feb 2021

    Lesotho

    Lesotho's Third National Communication to the UNFCCC

    United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)

    Preparation of the Lesotho Third National Communication Report to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.

Questions

What kind of research services do you provide?

We offer both qualitative and quantitative research. Our expertise includes social science research, market feasibility studies, business intelligence and environmental management research.

Does PKM conduct cross-border research?

Yes. While based in South Africa, we have a regional springboard that allows us to conduct research and consulting projects across the African continent and the UAE.

Talk to our research services team

Tell us about the project, its timelines and what a good result looks like. We will come back to you to discuss the next steps.