Specific LES skills and resources include:

• Successful track record of tendering for research contracts.
• Advanced data mapping capability.
• Expertise in relation to Information Technology developments, including the design of computerised information systems and web based applications.
• The application of web based technology for community consultation.
• A developed capability in the use of both SNAP and SPSS software for survey analysis and design, including web-based surveys.
• Access to a wide range of existing and secondary data sources, including on-line access to various web based information sources.
• Ability to link post coded service level data to wider data sets at Census Output, Ward, Local Authority and other areas.
• The application of a range of innovative analytical techniques.
• The design and implementation of quantitative surveys including telephone interviewing and household surveys.
• Experience in workshop facilitation and the use of qualitative research techniques, particularly structured face to face interviews and focus groups.
• Structured relationships with specialist fieldwork companies have also been developed and are utilised where needed in relation to large scale telephone and household interviews.