1. Strategic Plan (3–5 Years)
- Vision, mission, values
- Strategic objectives and goals
- Key performance indicators (KPIs)
- SWOT analysis
- Roadmap and milestones
- Stakeholder alignment and impact areas
2. Operational Framework
- Governance structure and leadership roles
- Departmental workflows and inter-unit collaboration
- Research cycle management (planning, execution, dissemination)
- Resource and infrastructure planning
- Technology and tools deployment
- Reporting and accountability processes
3. Research Agenda and Priority Areas
- Consumer trends and behavioural themes
- Sector-specific focus areas (e.g., retail, digital, finance, health, youth)
- Regional and demographic segmentation strategy
- Partnerships with academia, industry, and government
- Annual and quarterly research themes
4. Policy and Ethics Manual
- Ethical research standards and protocols
- Data privacy and protection (aligned with POPIA/GDPR)
- Informed consent and participant protection
- Conflict of interest policies
- Research integrity and anti-bias mechanisms
5. Stakeholder Engagement Strategy
- Public, private, civil society, and academic partner engagement
- Community feedback loops and inclusive consultation
- Advocacy and policy influence strategy
- Strategic communication plans (briefs, newsletters, forums)
- CRM and stakeholder database structure
6. Data Collection and Analysis Strategy
- Research methodologies (quantitative, qualitative, mixed)
- Sampling frameworks and population targeting
- Digital and field-based data collection tools
- AI, ML, and statistical modeling applications
- Data visualization and dashboarding practices
7. Knowledge Management and Dissemination Strategy
- Repository of research reports and publications
- Data sharing protocols and access levels
- Workshops, webinars, and roundtable discussion plans
- Annual Consumer Insights Report
- Collaboration with SayPro Media for publication outreach
8. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Framework
- Logic models and theory of change
- Outcome and impact evaluation tools
- Adaptive learning loops and knowledge uptake tracking
- Internal review and peer feedback processes
- MEL indicators aligned with SayPro-wide metrics
9. Financial Sustainability and Resource Mobilization Plan
- Budget forecasts and funding scenarios
- Donor engagement and grant strategy
- Fee-for-service models and consulting opportunities
- Proposal development strategy for long-term funding
- Partnerships with think tanks, research councils, and corporate sponsors
📒 10. Capacity Building and Talent Development Strategy
- Staff training and professional development roadmap
- Fellowship, internship, and volunteer programs
- Research mentorship networks
- Knowledge transfer mechanisms
- Succession planning and leadership pipeline