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Sources of evidence

1.14 The Final Evaluation adopted a mixed methods approach, comprising both desk-based and primary research. The desk-based research included a review of project documents, and data analysis including monitoring data, expenditure, and performance against targets. The latest monitoring data submitted by the LILW and approved by WEFO available for the Final Evaluation covered the period to January 2023. 1.15 The primary research was divided into five strands (see Table 1-1). In total, 38 individuals were consulted for the evaluation, providing a broad and robust evidence base, and a wide range of different perspectives with different types/levels of engagement with the operation.

Table 1-1: Primary research Research strand

Main areas of focus

Project management and leadership (x7)

Consultations with project management and leadership

• Overall performance of the LILW against original aims & objectives

• Effectiveness of LILW management & monitoring processes

• Outcomes & impacts, including any unanticipated effects

• Lessons & reflections on delivery against Cross-Cutting Themes

• Key lessons learned from delivery & implications for the future

LILW academics / researchers (x13)

Consultations with academics and researchers, covering both LegalTech and Cyber Threats

Role and nature of activity undertaken

• Effects of the LILW on research activity and funding

Effects of the LILW on collaboration

Personal and wider benefits of the LILW

• Lessons & reflections on delivery against Cross-Cutting Themes

• Key lessons learned from delivery & priorities for the future

Software Development Team (x4)

Consultations with Lead Developer and all three current Developers

Role and nature of activity undertaken

• Lessons & reflections on delivery against Cross-Cutting Themes

• Key lessons learned from delivery & priorities for the future

Partners cooperating in research projects (x5)

Consultations with partners cooperating in research projects with the operation including private, public and third sector organisations

• Background/rationale for engagement with the LILW

• Nature of activity undertaken with the LILW

• Observed / expected benefits as a result of the engagement

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