By Cheki
Abuje
The
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) has embraced the use of modern
technology to improve its data capturing techniques, a senior statistician has
disclosed.
Speaking
in Busia County, Mr. Benjamin Avasivwa, Kenya National Bureau of statistics
micro-economic statistics expert said the government of Kenya has now moved
from paper data capturing to digital data capture, analysis and dissemination
to match the rest of the world.
The
expert observed that modern technology data capturing techniques will greatly
improve on accuracy as well as time saving for rapid county and National
socio-economic development.
He
added saying, the agency has shifted focus to hand-head devices that include
use of tablets, laptops and other technological gadgets to capture field data.
This technology provides a conducive platform for better analytical system of
gathered data.
According
to Busia County Commissioner, Mwongo Chemwanga, statistics is an important tool
for planning to predict both current and future development of a Nation.
The
Commissioner lauded Kenya National Bureau of Statistics for use of modern
technology in capturing of data, saying this will ensure high degree of
accuracy for better National planning and enhanced development at the County
and National level.
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