Research and Evaluation

Our research brings new insight into how the creative industries can transform people and places.

BOP’s research covers evaluation, economics, sector mapping, amongst other expertise. We support clients to understand the creative and cultural industries, how they are changing, and how they can best support them to grow. We have a particular focus on helping our clients to turn evidence into action.

Our work consistently brings new insight into how the creative industries can transform people and places. These insights have guided decision-making for arts organisations, national governments, cities and cultural leaders, and shaped strategic frameworks for international agencies and regional bodies worldwide.

We are known for our ability to source and analyse new and innovative data sources - most notably as UNESCO’s longstanding research and data partner for their Global Reports.

Services

Evaluation

  • Process & impact evaluations (summative and formative)
  • Monitoring, evaluation & learning frameworks
  • Economic, cultural & social impact assessments

Mapping

  • Cultural asset classification & mapping
  • Creative skills & employment mapping
  • Career pathways analysis
  • Business mapping & growth analysis
  • Creative technology mapping

Sector Analysis

  • Definition of emerging sectors
  • Trend forecasting
  • Investment environment analysis
  • Strategic policy analysis
  • Market and context analysis
  • Literature & evidence reviews
  • Spatial analysis

Track Record

Our specialist expertise in data for the creative industries means that our clients benefit from:

Specialist knowledge

Rigorous approaches

Reliable methods

Leading data visualisation

Actionable evidence

Projects

Featured Case Studies

People

Meet the experts who run and deliver our Research & Evaluation projects