This article will give you tips on how to analyze responses from a police officer survey about training needs. I'll share practical approaches, useful prompts, and smart tools you can use to make the most of your survey analysis.
Choosing the right tools for analyzing police officer survey data
Your approach and the tools you pick depend on the structure and format of the survey data. If your data is mostly straightforward—such as how many officers prefer X versus Y—then simple tools get the job done. But for open-ended or nuanced responses, it's wise to bring in smarter tech.
Quantitative data: If you’re looking at raw numbers—like the percentage of officers who feel current training is sufficient—