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Below are reference guides for impact measurement newcomers.

These brief overviews are meant to familiarize readers with key concepts, summarize best practices, and point to helpful resources to go deeper.

  • Getting started with IMM

    Impact measurement and management (IMM) refers to the practice of monitoring project progress, collecting data, and measuring the impact of one’s programs and interventions, both positive and negative...

  • IMM for impact investors

    In addition to measuring financial returns, impact investors are also interested in the social and/or environmental impact generated by their investments. In general, indicator lists and guidance for impact...

  • IMM for accelerators/incubators

    Accelerators and incubators aim to support the financial growth of supported enterprises, most commonly in the form of revenue, investment, and employee growth. While these programs are interested in measuring the...

  • IMM for gender equality

    Women play an important role in the SGB sector as entrepreneurs, employees, and consumers. However, gender inequality is witnessed across the sector, with women being underrepresented in growth-oriented...

  • IMM for climate and environmental action

    Small and growing businesses have a meaningful role in climate and environmental action. “Green” entrepreneurs place sustainability at the core of their value proposition, developing innovative solutions in clean tech...

  • IMM for decent work

    According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), SMEs account for at least two-thirds of formal employment in developing economies, and high-growth startups play a significant role in new job creation....