Research Reports: Turning Data into Impactful Narratives
It’s all about making your research matter. You’ve done the heavy lifting, and now you need to take that last step to make it all worthwhile: getting your research out into the world where it can create change.
That’s where Written Progress comes in. We specialize in turning raw data into research reports that both inform and inspire action. Whether you’re looking to drive strategic decisions or deeply persuade stakeholders, our team knows how to transform your findings into a compelling story.
Why Choose Written Progress for Your Reports?
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach here. Creating a research report that resonates is a balancing act. It’s about turning numbers into narratives, and distilling complex topics into something clear and impactful.
Expertise You Can Trust
Our track record is built on delivering results. We’ve worked with organizations across sustainability, public health, climate action, and community development. You’ll get more than a report. You’ll get the technical robustness scientists crave and a story that sticks with stakeholders.
Tailored to Your Needs
Each report is crafted with your goals and audience in mind. We dive deep into the heart of the issue and deliver a product that speaks directly to the people who matter most — your stakeholders.
A Story to Tell
Each report is crafted with your goals and audience in mind. We dive deep into the heart of the issue and deliver a product that speaks directly to the people who matter most — your stakeholders.
The Process: How We Create Research Reports That Matter
Creating a research paper isn’t just about formatting charts or running numbers. It’s a structured process designed to bring clarity, focus, and engagement.
Understanding Your Goals
We don’t just jump into research. First, we sit down and talk with you. We learn about your objectives, who you’re speaking to, and the goal of the report. This step is crucial because it ensures that we stay on target and your report actually works for you.
Research and Analysis
Once we know what you need, we get to work. This is where the data magic happens. We pull from existing literature, conduct surveys or interviews, and analyze everything through a sharp lens to make sure every fact, statistic, and insight is spot on.
Crafting the Narrative
Research doesn’t have to be boring. A good report tells a story. We build a narrative that highlights key findings, connects data to real-world implications, and flows in a way that keeps your audience hooked.
Review and Refinement
This is where we get picky. We present a draft, and you get to tell us what works and what doesn’t. Your input ensures the final report aligns with your goals, tone, and vision.
Design and Presentation
A well-structured report is important, and so is how it looks. We integrate clear, engaging visuals — charts, graphs, infographics — that break up the text and make your findings more accessible.
Types of Reports We Offer
No two reports are the same. Here’s just a few examples of the types of research reports we’ve created:
Sustainability and ESG Reports
Environmental and social responsibility are top of mind. We help organizations produce Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reports, assessing sustainability efforts and making them accessible to stakeholders.
Academic and Scientific Reports
Most often tailored for a broad base of stakeholders, these reports are aimed at informed non-experts. They are precise and clear, making complex technical findings accessible without losing rigor.
Policy and Advocacy Reports
For those who need to sway decision-makers, these reports highlight key evidence and societal impacts. We research policymakers’ priorities and constituents to speak directly to what matters most.
Investment and Decision-Support Reports
Investors need solid, data-driven decision-making tools. We create investment cases, propose programmatic strategy, guide company evaluation, and other business-focused reports to help investors make sustainable choices.
Internal Guidance Documents
Get your whole consortium on the same page (literally and figuratively) regarding the goals, priority areas, and background knowledge that will inform each team’s body of work.
Each report is shaped around your needs and readers, ensuring the message is clear, concise, and impactful.
The Value of Well-Crafted Reports
Investing in professional research reporting goes beyond meeting a deadline — it’s about gaining a tool that drives decisions.
- Informed Decision-Making: With accurate, actionable data, you can make decisions based on facts, not guesswork.
- Enhanced Credibility: A well-researched and polished report adds legitimacy to your findings, builds trust with stakeholders, and underscores your organization’s position as a reputable leader in the field.
- Increased Engagement: Well-constructed reports don’t sit on desks or in drawers—they get read, shared, and acted upon.
- Practical, Actionable Insights: As experts ourselves, we can conduct research on your behalf, draw out insights, and craft novel recommendations for the way forward. We give you recommendations you can actually use, making sure you get the results you’re after.
Real Results: Success Stories
Driving Investor Action with Clear Climate Transition Research
In today’s evolving financial world, climate transition plans are essential for managing ESG risks and opportunities. Morningstar Sustainalytics needed a market-facing guide to empower institutional investors and banks to assess these plans’ credibility effectively.
- Translated Complexity into Actionable Insights: Clear explanations helped investors identify strengths, red flags, and risks.
- Showcased Proprietary Tools: Sustainalytics’ Low Carbon Transition Ratings featured prominently, offering investors a unique decision-making tool.
- Engaged Decision-Makers: The guide used engaging visuals, bullet points, and clear headings for maximum readability.
The outcome? A practical guide that reinforced Sustainalytics’ leadership in ESG research while equipping financial players with the tools to make informed decisions in a rapidly changing market.
Aligning Stakeholders Around a Shared Vision
When it comes to reporting on Myanmar’s agricultural sector and food security, The World Bank relies on insights from a vast array of specialists. Each year, their team must blend on-the-ground realities with rigorous data and perspectives from stakeholders, policymakers, and scientists.
Enter Written Progress. We pulled together contributions from hundreds of voices into one clear, cohesive narrative.
The result? A polished, comprehensive report that passed multiple levels of review — including The World Bank and the Myanmar government — and earned the trust and support of its many contributors.
Managing such a complex project was all about making the feedback process painless. We created an efficient method for collecting input, saving the team time, energy, and stress. Freed from the burden of reconciling stakeholder feedback, they could focus on what they do best — leading research and driving meaningful change.
Simplifying Climate Finance Strategy for Global Consensus
Guiding global investments in agriculture under climate change is no small task. Written Progress partnered with the Climate Change, Agriculture, and Food Security (CCAFS) team to develop an investment strategy for the Green Climate Fund.
The challenge? The strategy needed to meet the expectations of dozens of advisors, funders, and national governments while balancing institutional, political, and scientific priorities.
Our approach:
- Integrating Feedback: We managed over 600 comments, revisiting and revising the strategy with precision to address diverse perspectives.
- Ensuring Clarity and Balance: Every turn of phrase was adjusted to harmonize competing priorities while maintaining scientific rigor.
- Achieving Consensus: The final strategy underwent multiple levels of review and earned approval from stakeholders across the globe.
The result was a publication that now serves as a cornerstone for agricultural investment in the face of climate change.
Analyzing Climate Risks for Food Security in Multiple Languages
Project management often becomes the unsung hero of complex projects. That’s exactly what happened when the World Food Programme enlisted Written Progress to analyze how climate change would affect food security across several countries.
- Streamlining Processes: We built data platforms, coordinated expert calls, and created shared resource libraries, ensuring a consistent approach across multiple reports.
- Managing Multicultural Stakeholders: The four national analyses we led were conducted entirely in French, respecting the linguistic and cultural nuances of in-country stakeholders. The final reports were then translated into English for the WFP’s review.
- Ensuring Cohesion: Multiple teams worldwide contributed, and our templated framework and approach kept the reports cohesive and easy to digest.
This seamless, multilingual collaboration allowed the WFP to focus on their mission while we handled the complexity. The result? Actionable insights that are now informing WFP’s work on food security and climate resilience.
How We Maximize Value for Clients
Every organization is different, and so is your research. That’s why we offer:
Flexible Pricing
From comprehensive packages to a-la-carte services, we cater to your needs and budget.
Collaborative Approach
We update you before you have to ask and ensure your decision-makers have multiple opportunities to review and refine our work at key points in the process. This ensures the final product fully aligns with your goals.
Advanced Tools
We leverage advanced tools for data visualization, imagery design, and draft refinement to ensure your report is both accurate and optimized for impact.
Meet Your Research Where It Is
Whether you’re defining the scope of your report, conducting analysis and interviews, or refining a near-final draft, we’re ready to provide the support you need, exactly when you need it.
Engaging Stakeholders with Research Documents
- Audience-Centric Content Development: We adapt the tone and content to match the expectations of your audience, whether it’s general readers or scientific experts.
- Incorporating Stakeholder Feedback: We work with you to gather input from key stakeholders throughout the process, ensuring the report speaks directly to their needs.
- Action-Oriented Recommendations: Every report we create includes actionable steps for your readers to take. That’s how we make sure your report drives change.
Creating Evergreen Research Papers
- Timeless Design: We use clean, professional layouts that remain relevant no matter how trends change.
- Modular Content: We structure reports so sections can be updated easily, allowing your report to evolve with fresh data.
- Broad Applicability: From securing funding to influencing policy, we craft reports that serve multiple purposes.
- Collateral Content: Once your report is done, we can rapidly create complementary documents — such as articles, presentations, and policy briefs — for audiences who would benefit from a different tone, length, and vocabulary.
Reports and Organizational Growth
A well-crafted report can be the catalyst for growth. Here’s how:
Building Credibility
A high-quality report reinforces your expertise, helping your organization build trust with stakeholders.
Informed Decision-Making
Leaders rely on well-crafted reports to guide their decisions, whether they’re pivoting strategy or investing in new ventures.
Amplifying Advocacy Efforts
Policy and advocacy-focused reports are tools for influence, empowering you to push your cause forward.
Start Your Next Report Today
Ready to create a research report that makes a difference? Written Progress can help. Whether you’re driving business decisions, influencing policy, or sharing key findings, we’ve got the expertise to make your research shine.
Contact us today, and let’s get started.