Quantitative, Financial & Economic Analysis
Complex data is only valuable when it helps settle a real decision. SRC's independent modelling and financial analysis show decision-makers the assumptions, trade-offs and sustainability behind their options.
Built for these clients.
- Financial institutions and development finance organisations
- Funders assessing value for money
- Businesses weighing investments or performance decisions
- Public institutions comparing programme or policy options
Where clients come to us.
- Uncertainty about whether a financial model's assumptions are credible
- Comparing options on cost-effectiveness or value for money
- Needing to demonstrate social return on investment
- Understanding a market or ecosystem before investing
- Assessing whether an enterprise or programme is financially sustainable
Specialist capabilities.
- Statistical modelling
Rigorous analysis of complex data.
- Financial model validation
Independent review of structure, assumptions and limitations.
- Cost-effectiveness analysis
Comparing options by cost per outcome.
- SROI & value for money
Structured assessment of social and economic return.
- Market & ecosystem analysis
Evidence on opportunity, players and dynamics.
- Enterprise sustainability analysis
Long-term financial viability.
Typical deliverables: a model review report, comparative option analysis, a value-for-money or SROI assessment, and decision-focused findings with transparent reasoning.
This work is led by a PhD statistician and a CFA charterholder — combining statistical method with financial interpretation in one team.
A clear, disciplined process.
- 01
Scoping the decision and the data
- 02
Data-quality and assumption review
- 03
Modelling and analysis
- 04
Sensitivity and limitations testing
- 05
Decision-focused reporting
- 06
Walk-through with decision-makers
Methods, deliverables and scope are agreed after an initial scoping discussion.
Questions clients ask.
What does financial model validation involve?
An independent review of a model's structure, logic, inputs and assumptions, with clear findings on risks and limitations.
What is SROI?
Social Return on Investment estimates the social, environmental and economic value created relative to the investment made.
Can you assess value for money for a donor-funded programme?
Yes. Value-for-money and cost-effectiveness analysis are core capabilities, often combined with our evaluation work.
Do you provide investment advice?
No. We provide independent analysis to inform decisions; we do not give regulated financial advice.
What data do you need from us?
That depends on the question. We agree data requirements during scoping and assess data quality before analysis.
Related offerings: Monitoring, evaluation & impact · Governance, risk & compliance
Local context. An integrated perspective.
SRC welcomes enquiries from Kenya, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Mauritius, Botswana, Zambia and Namibia. Our offices are in Sandton, Johannesburg; Rondebosch, Cape Town; and Harare. The scope and delivery arrangements for each mandate are agreed with the client.
Meet the team behind this work