eRaay Offline is an android based mobile app using which you can conduct CAPI based interviews.
eRaay Offline, the offline data collection app enables users to gather information, such as survey responses, photos, GPS coordinates etc without an internet connection. Instead of transmitting data to a server in real time, this app stores it locally on the device and then syncs it to the main server once an internet connection is available.
How eRaay Offline App Works
The process is straightforward:
- Survey Creation: A user or administrator creates a digital survey using a web-based platform. This survey is made available to mobile devices and field users are given access to the survey.
- Offline Data Capture: Field users login with the given user credentials and download the survey and any associated data onto their devices. They can then go to locations with poor or no connectivity to collect data. This app saves all responses, media, and other information directly onto the device’s local storage.
- Sync Process: Once the field users have Wi-Fi or cellular connection, they can sync the stored data to the main server. This process is seamless, ensuring that no data is lost and that the central database is updated with the latest information.
Note: Please note that by default the offline feature is disabled when you create a survey. In case you need the offline version to be enabled for your survey, please contact us.