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title: "4.2.4. Frequency of data collection / partners’ reporting"
slug: "424-frequency-of-data-collection-partners-reporting"
updated: 2023-11-30T16:11:58Z
published: 2023-11-30T16:11:58Z
canonical: "handbook.fscluster.org/424-frequency-of-data-collection-partners-reporting"
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# 4.2.4. Frequency of data collection / partners’ reporting

The regularity of the 5Ws (or 3Ws etc) will be decided by the Clusters, CLAs and OCHA (or the overarching coordinating body). In an immediate scale-up, the 5Ws may be undertaken on a daily or weekly basis, however the most common reporting frequency is monthly, although quarterly and bi-annually is undertaken in specific cases. The pace of the operation and response will require a specific frequency to ensure data driven decision making.

NOTE: greater frequency = more relevant information for decision making. However, a trade-off between frequency and time/ effort/ practicality for partners to provide the data exists, therefore, a compromise is required.

Who, What, Where, When, with How Many

Cluster Lead Agencies

United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs