…the AMD Initiative is positioned to gather evidence of successes and draw implementation lessons through a series of outcome studies. One of these is the upcoming assessment of the cost-effectiveness of DCAS+ in Myanmar, which aims to assess its returns on investment (ROI) and solicit feedback from rice farmers regarding its effectiveness and usability. Further, the study will assess viable options and delivery business models to enhance DCAS+ and ensure its sustainability.
The study’s data collection will be done through computer-assisted personal interviews (CAPI) using the Survey Solutions software developed by the World Bank. The software has a function that can be used offline, which is conducive to data collection even in far-flung farming communities.