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Data collection is a term used to describe a process of preparing and collecting statistical data.

It is often formalised through a data collection Plan ^[1] which often contains the following activity.

1. Pre collection activity – Agree goals, target data, definitions, methods
   
2. Collection – data collection
   
3. Data processing
4. Data analysis
5. Present Findings – usually involves some form of sorting ^[2]analysis and/or presentation.

A formal data collection process is necessary as it ensures that data gathered is both defined and accurate and that subsequent decisions based on arguments embodied in the findings are valid ^[3]. The process provides both a baseline from which to measure from and in certain cases a target on what to improve.

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• Computer peripheral devices
• Information
• Medical records
• Sampling (statistics)
• Statistical measurement
• Surveys

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