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title: "4.2. Data collection / Partners Reporting to the Cluster "
slug: "42-data-collection-partners-reporting-to-the-cluster"
updated: 2023-12-01T12:06:00Z
published: 2023-12-01T12:06:00Z
canonical: "handbook.fscluster.org/42-data-collection-partners-reporting-to-the-cluster"
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# 4.2. Data collection / Partners Reporting to the Cluster 

To inform and direct decision making, the IMO will work closely with the Coordinator, CLAs and partners to ensure that regular and reliable information is collected from partners. Section 4.2 focuses on technical requirements for effective data collection / partner reporting, while section 4.3 focuses specifically on data cleaning and beneficiary counting.

Information Management Officer

Cluster Lead Agencies