Field data and impact tracking for Development Projects
Field data and impact tracking for Development Projects
MERLBase is an open-source system that helps NGOs and development programmes plan projects, build forms, collect GPS-verified field data, track indicators, and turn results into reports and follow-up action, all from one platform.
Project overview
Sample view
From the field to the report, the whole cycle in one place
MERLBase follows the Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) practice that donors expect.
Monitoring
Know what is happening on the ground, as it happens, with data you can trust.
- Indicators with baselines and targets
- GPS-verified field visits from any phone
- Digital forms with sections, validation and photo evidence
Illustrative example, not real data.
Built for teams running Development Projects
Every step from planning to reporting, in one workspace.
Results framework
Define objectives and indicators, and track progress against targets automatically as field data comes in.
Digital form builder
Build custom monitoring forms with sections and question types tailored to each project — no paper, no re-entry.
GPS-verified field visits
Field officers capture location-tagged visits from their phone, so you know data was actually collected on site.
Verification workflow
Review, approve, reject, or request corrections on every submission before it counts toward your results.
Corrective actions
Turn monitoring findings into tracked follow-up actions with owners, priorities, and due dates.
Roles built for field teams
Admins, project managers, and field officers each see exactly what they need — nothing more.
From setup to insight
Get your organisation up and running in minutes.
Register your organisation
Create a free workspace and invite your team with a join code.
Set up a project
Define objectives, indicators, locations, and build your monitoring forms.
Collect field data
Officers record GPS-verified visits and submit structured data from the field.
Verify and act
Review submissions, track indicator progress, and manage corrective actions.
Start tracking your projects today
Free to register. No credit card required.