# DotScan Data Observer (DO)

DO has developed its owner data collection tools.

Well-designed data observer include the following steps:

* Identify a business or research issue that needs to be addressed and set goals for the project.
* Gather data requirements to answer the business question or deliver the research information.
* Identify the data sets that can provide the desired information.
* Set a plan for collecting the data, including the collection methods that will be used.
* Collect the available data and begin working to prepare it for analysis.


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