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Once a study is launched, data collection begins. Interviews are conducted through AI-moderated conversations, using the approved discussion guide and stimulus as the source of truth. The aim is consistency without rigidity: every interview covers the required research questions, while participants can still express themselves naturally in their own words. Fieldwork runs continuously until the target number of completed interviews is reached.

How AI moderation works

Interviews are conducted by an AI moderator that follows the approved guide closely and manages the live interaction. In practice, the moderator:
  • Conducts the conversation turn by turn, asking one question at a time.
  • Follows the structure, sequencing, and intent of the approved guide.
  • Uses probes and follow-ups to encourage depth and explanation.
  • Introduces stimulus at the right moment, without altering meaning or adding context.
The moderator is not a free-form chatbot. It runs a method-led interview where coverage of objectives and consistency across participants matter as much as conversational flow. It does have licence to phrase questions conversationally, deviating from the exact wording in the guide where research best practice calls for it.
Moderation guardrails: one question per message; avoid over-relying on “why…?” as the opening word; ensure each research question has sufficient follow-ups.

Fieldwork duration

Fieldwork continues until the target number of completed interviews is reached.

Pausing fieldwork

You can stop and restart respondent collection at any point while a study is in field.
1

Pause collection

In the Fieldwork tab, select Pause Survey on the progress card. No new respondents enter the study while it is paused.
2

Restart collection

Select Unpause Survey to resume. The button always shows the survey’s current state.

How data quality is enforced

Quality is enforced at multiple points, not just a single check at the end.