Field Operations DIR’s robust field operations including a CATI center and a nationwide network enable large-scale surveys with high response rates and diverse participant access. This makes them a strong outsourced field data collection partner for government, education, and health programs requiring rigorous data collection, customized data delivery, and rapid turnaround.

Expert Talent With a core of PhD and masters-level researchers supported by a network of subject matter experts, DIR can staff and lead end-to-end research projects from design to reporting, offering clients dedicated research operations capacity and customized analytics.

Inclusive Focus Inclusion and equity are central to DIR’s approach, delivering results that reflect underrepresented groups. This positions them well for social impact, state and federal equity initiatives, and foundation-funded evaluations seeking credible, context-rich findings.

National Reach Headquartered in Houston with a Rockville office and a nationwide data collection footprint, DIR can support multi-site studies and national programs, making them a fit for clients needing geographically distributed fieldwork and cross-site comparability.

Growth Partnerships DIR’s track record of partnerships and leadership growth signals scale-ready capabilities and multi-year engagement potential. Past collaborations with policy institutes and a mid-market revenue profile suggest opportunities to pursue larger federal, state, or foundation-funded evaluation contracts and expanded service lines such as data management and reporting automation.