Evidence that drives decisions — from MEAL system design to ESG/SDG impact measurement and AI-assisted analytics.
MEAL System Design and Evaluation
We design practical MEAL systems and deliver rigorous evaluations that inform strategy, learning, and accountability.
What We Do:
- Program logic & indicator frameworks (theory of change, logframes)
- Baseline, midline, endline studies (quant & qual)
- Mixed-methods evaluations (performance, outcome, impact)
- Data quality assurance & MEL plans for proposals
- Dashboards and feedback loops for adaptive management
Outcomes For You:
- Clear evidence for decision-making and reporting
- Stronger learning culture across teams
- Credible results for donors and stakeholders
ESG & SDG Impact Measurement
We help organizations measure sustainability performance and demonstrate contributions to the SDGs.
What We Do:
- ESG materiality & indicator selection
- SDG alignment and impact frameworks
- Data collection plans & verification methods
- Impact reports for donors, boards, and investors
Outcomes For You:
- Comparable, decision-ready metrics
- Robust narratives backed by data
- Robust narratives backed by data
AI-Enhanced Analytics
We apply AI to accelerate insight generation — especially for large qualitative datasets.
What We Do:
- Qualitative coding & theme extraction at scale
- Rapid evidence synthesis (interviews, FGDs, documents)
- Triangulation with quantitative results
- Analyst training on responsible AI use
Outcomes For You:
- Faster reporting cycles
- Deeper, pattern-level insights
- Better, timely decisions
Capacity Building & Training
We strengthen teams to sustain results beyond a single project.
What We Do:
- MEAL foundations & advanced methods
- Proposal M&E (indicators, targets, budgets)
- Data visualization & storytelling
- Coaching, clinics, and on-the-job support
Outcomes For You:
- Skilled staff and clearer processes
- Higher-quality proposals and reports
- Long-term institutional capacity
Data & IT-Enabled Support Services
AKO provides professional data and IT-enabled support to help organizations manage information efficiently and securely.
Based in France and supported by our skilled Madagascar team, we offer EU-compliant contracting and localized delivery for data recording, validation, CRM support, and more.
How We Work
Our approach underpins every AKO service — from evaluations to data support.
1. Scope & Plan — We clarify questions, context, and decision needs.
2. Collect & Analyze — We mix methods and ensure data quality, ethics, and inclusion.
3. Deliver & Enable — We co-create results, enable learning, and sustain use.
Sectors and Themes: Food security & rural livelihoods • Urban resilience • Climate adaptation & DRR • Cash transfers • Governance • Environment and Natural Resource Management • Social Protection • Private-sector sustainability