WCRC

Recognition A–Z / Research and evidence

Self-reported information

Self-reported information is supplied by the entity or people being studied. It can be useful while still requiring attribution, checks and a clear account of its limits.

What to review

Ask how the information was collected and whether material figures reconcile with supporting records. Identify claims that have not received independent checking.

A practical example

An employer describing its training programme can establish what it says it offers. Employee access and completion may need different evidence.

Keep the claim in scope

Do not describe a supplied statement as an independent finding unless the review actually supports that description.

Research and editorial context

A result is meaningful within its methodology. Match the research question, assessed universe and measurement period before making a comparison. These reference notes explain evaluation concepts; they do not add indicators, weights or thresholds to any published WCRC study.

Examples illustrate a decision and do not describe a named organisation's conduct. This is a reference note, not a new research finding or an award outcome.

Read the relevant WCRC material

These links provide WCRC context. Individual properties retain their own eligibility, evidence requirements and limitations.