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¶¡ÏãÔ°AV Knowledge Link
In today’s fast paced, information-driven world, leaders and policymakers need accurate and timely research-based evidence to make informed decisions. But they may lack the time and resources needed to access the latest research.
¶¡ÏãÔ°AV’s Knowledge Link can help. Knowledge Link is dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based information synthesis services to inform strategic decision-making across diverse sectors. We leverage the latest available knowledge using proven methods, custom approaches and expertise from across B.C. to meet the unique needs of each project and ensure impactful, actionable insights.
What We Do
We support decision-makers by synthesizing complex information into clear, concise, and actionable outputs. Our services include, but are not limited to:
Systematic Reviews
Comprehensive evaluations of existing evidence to answer specific research questions.
Scoping Reviews
Mapping of key concepts, evidence types and research gaps.
Rapid Reviews
Streamlined synthesis for timely decision-making.
Environmental Scans
Broad analysis of external factors influencing decision-making.
Why Choose Us?
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Expertise Across Sectors
We bring extensive experience across multiple disciplines, enabling us to support decision-making within and beyond traditional health-focused synthesis.
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Customized solutions
We adapt our methods to meet your unique needs, whether using established methodologies or developing custom synthesis approaches.
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Strategic Decision Support
Our synthesized outputs are designed to directly support strategic planning, policy development, and organizational decision-making.
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High-Quality Outputs
Our rigorous quality assurance processes ensure that synthesized evidence meets the highest standards of accuracy, reliability, and utility.
How We Work
Our approach is collaborative and client-focused:
- Needs Assessment: We begin by understanding your strategic objectives and needs.
- Method Selection: We recommend the most suitable synthesis method(s) tailored to your context.
- Project Coordination: We manage multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.
- Knowledge Translation: We distill complex findings into accessible formats, such as policy briefs, strategic reports, and presentations.
- Stakeholder Engagement: We engage with relevant stakeholders to ensure synthesized evidence is effectively integrated into decision-making processes.
Get in Touch
To discuss your knowledge synthesis needs or to learn more about how ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV Knowledge Link can help you, please contact emily_shantz@sfu.ca.