What factors hinder the evaluation process, from the generation of information to its effective use in the public policy process? The weakness of the information systems and existing administrative records within state agencies is notorious: systems and records have not been digitalized, nor designed to allow a statistical analysis of the collected data. There are also weaknesses in the quality of the information that is uploaded. When you ask a question, you usually find tha

What is the role that evidence generated by research may have on the policy process based on your experience? In Uruguay the reality is uneven. On the one hand, there are ministries that have relied strongly on consultants and universities. For example, the Ministry of Social Development maintains fluid links with the Faculty of Social Sciences and the Faculty Economics of the University of the Republic, from where come many of its officials. Especially in the field of analys