We build DCED-compliant MEL systems and train teams to run them confidently. This includes results chains, clear systemic boundaries, credible indicators, data quality protocols, and utilization-focused reporting. We conduct DCED audits and pre-audit readiness checks, and we facilitate AAER thinking so you can track how markets and institutions adopt, adapt, expand, and respond.
DCED Systems MEL
An MEL system your team can run — and your auditor will sign off.
Most MEL systems are built for the audit, not for management. We build systems that survive the audit because they are useful every day.
What you get
- Results chains matched to business models and systemic boundaries
- Measurement plans with clear indicators, roles, and data sources
- Data quality protocols and DCED pre-audit readiness checks
- AAER (Adoption, Adaptation, Expansion, Response) routines
- Facilitated contribution analysis so you can defend what changed
How we work
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Map
System mapping, results chain drafting, and boundary agreement with partners.
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Build
Measurement plan, indicator definitions, data flow, and dashboards.
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Run
Quarterly AAER reviews, data quality spot checks, and adaptive management cycles.
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Audit
Pre-audit readiness review, mock audit, and audit pack preparation.
Why Merstat
- DCED-compliant by design
- Built to survive the handover — documentation is a deliverable, not a footnote
- Costed per data point so you know the bill before you commit
Frequently asked questions
How long to stand up a DCED-compliant MEL system?
8–14 weeks for a working system; another 6–12 months of operation to accumulate audit-ready evidence.
Do you run the system after design?
Yes, if you want. We prefer to hand over to your team and act as a backstop for the first two cycles.
What does the audit pack contain?
Results chains, measurement plans, raw and cleaned data, methodology notes, contribution narratives, and AAER evidence.
Ready to talk?
Tell us about your context, your objectives, and your timeline. We will reply within one working day with a proposed approach and a partner call.
