Get your REDCap project across the finish line
We have over 10 years of experience in building, operating, and supporting REDCap projects. Whether you are starting an entirely new project or are close to the finish line, we can help ensure high data quality and stable, efficient operations without unnecessary challenges.
Contact us to learn more.
References
Our services
The Rationale Behind Frontal Lobe
Databases are a cornerstone of good research, but they are often both time-consuming and cumbersome to set up. Many researchers end up building their databases in outdated platforms where modern possibilities are not fully utilized and where technical errors can easily creep in if you do not have in-depth knowledge of the system. Frontal Lobe specializes in designing databases with a focus on REDCap and offers a solution for researchers who want a modern, user-friendly, and secure database, without having to spend time and energy on the setup themselves. With our solutions, you gain validation mechanisms that reduce errors, higher data security, and an analysis phase that becomes both faster and easier. We believe that, in the end, it is both easier and more cost-effective to let us handle the work, from protocol to analysis, than to design the database from scratch yourself.
You can read more about how we can help you under the Services tab.
Objectives of Frontal Lobe
Intuitive and User-Friendly
A database developed by Frontal Lobe must be intuitive and user-friendly, so that even users with no prior experience can use it easily and efficiently. Through thoughtful design and built-in guidance, we lead users safely through the system. We place particular emphasis on minimizing unnecessary clicks, reducing duplicate data entry, and eliminating time-consuming workflows—all to create a smooth and efficient working tool.
Data Validity
The validity of data is crucial to any study, and data collection represents a central pillar of the study’s overall credibility. A well-designed database can minimize the risk of data entry errors through built-in validation mechanisms and a well-thought-out structure. Conversely, a poorly constructed database can compromise data quality and, in the worst case, undermine the project’s conclusions altogether.
Flexibility
Flexibility is a cornerstone of Frontal Lobe. We adapt to your needs, even when it requires us to go the extra mile to ensure you can get started with what truly matters. We offer a high degree of flexibility in both work plans and deadlines, allowing the project to be aligned with your timeline and research priorities.
Accessibility
In addition to the significant security advantages of avoiding data storage in local Excel files, REDCap offers a level of accessibility and flexibility that supports modern research needs. The system can be accessed from a computer, tablet, or smartphone, as long as there is an internet connection, and always within secure and controlled environments.
Time Savings
Developing a database is often time-consuming and a test of patience. At Frontal Lobe, we take the technical burden off your shoulders so you can focus on the scientific content. A well-designed database is not just an investment in structure, it saves significant time both during data collection and in the subsequent analysis phase.
Right the First Time
We strive to ensure that databases developed by Frontal Lobe work correctly from the very beginning. We achieve this through a thorough review and presentation of all instruments before the database is put into production. In addition, your own verification is a central part of the process, ensuring together that the solution meets your needs and expectations.