The Complete Guide

Fieldwork Market Research in the Philippines

A practical guide to surveys, data collection, local fieldwork execution, and working with Philippine research teams.

Quantitative ResearchQualitative ResearchNationwide Coverage18+ Years Experience
100+Cities & Municipalities Nationwide

Supported by trained field researchers, local coordination, and practical fieldwork experience.

Research Methods

Solutions for Every Research Need

Choose the right approach based on respondent profile, coverage, timeline, budget, and study objectives.

CAWI

Online Surveys

Self-administered surveys using web or mobile devices.

From $3 – $15
per respondent

CATI

Telephone Interviews

Trained interviewers conduct surveys via telephone.

From $12 – $30
per respondent

CAPI

Face-to-Face Interviews

Tablet-assisted interviews conducted by field researchers.

From $25 – $70
per respondent

IDI

In-Depth Interviews

One-on-one interviews for deeper understanding.

From $60 – $250
per respondent

FGD

Focus Group Discussion

Moderator-led discussions with selected participants.

From $80 – $200
per participant

B2B

Business Surveys

Interviews with owners, managers, and decision-makers.

From $50 – $200
per respondent
Our Fieldwork Process

From Design to Delivery

A clear workflow helps prevent field delays, incomplete data, and unnecessary rework.

1

Briefing

Clarify objectives, respondents, area coverage, timeline, and outputs.

2

Research Design

Prepare methodology, sample plan, and field strategy.

3

Questionnaire

Create, review, and finalize survey tools.

4

Pilot Testing

Test the flow, timing, wording, and field practicality.

5

Recruitment

Screen and secure qualified respondents.

6

Fieldwork

Conduct CAWI, CATI, CAPI, IDI, FGD, or intercept work.

7

Validation

Monitor submissions, evidence, GPS, and quality checks.

8

Cleaning

Review, clean, code, and prepare data for analysis.

9

Reporting

Deliver outputs, summaries, findings, and client clarifications.

Nationwide Coverage

We Go Where Insights Are

FMR supports market research projects across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, including commercial centers, agricultural communities, and selected hard-to-reach locations.

  • Northern Luzon
  • Central Luzon
  • Metro Manila
  • CALABARZON
  • Bicol Region
  • Western Visayas
  • Central Visayas
  • Eastern Visayas
  • Northern Mindanao
  • Davao Region
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Pricing Guide

Transparent & Competitive Pricing

Rates are in USD and shown per completed respondent unless otherwise stated. Final quotation depends on location, incidence rate, questionnaire length, and project requirements.

Method / ServiceDescriptionPrice Range
Online Survey (CAWI)Self-administered online survey using web/mobile devices$3 – $15
Telephone Interview (CATI)Interview conducted by trained interviewers via phone$12 – $30
Face-to-Face Interview (CAPI)Tablet-assisted field interview conducted by field interviewers$25 – $70
Central Location Test (CLT)Interviews conducted at a designated venue$20 – $60
Mall Intercept SurveyIntercept interviews at malls or commercial establishments$25 – $65
Mystery ShoppingRetail/service evaluation by trained shoppers$40 – $120
Store / Retail AuditProduct availability, pricing, and merchandising audit$20 – $80
Business-to-Business SurveyInterviews with business owners or decision-makers$50 – $200
18+Years Field Experience
100+Cities & Municipalities
GPSCAPI & Real-Time Tracking
DailyMonitoring & Supervision
Technology & Tools

Modern Tools for Better Data

  • Tablet-based CAPI with GPS tracking
  • Real-time dashboards and monitoring
  • Automated skip patterns and validations
  • Secure cloud storage and organized field evidence
  • Optional audio recording for qualitative work
Quality Control

Quality at Every Step

  • Interviewer briefing and certification
  • Pilot testing and tool validation
  • Supervisor checks and re-interviews
  • GPS, timestamp, and evidence review
  • Data cleaning and consistency checks
Frequently Asked Questions

Planning Fieldwork in the Philippines

How long does a fieldwork project usually take?

Timeline depends on sample size, respondent difficulty, coverage, and approvals. A small survey can move quickly, while multi-location CAPI or qualitative recruitment requires more preparation.

Can FMR handle both quantitative and qualitative work?

Yes. FMR supports quantitative surveys, qualitative interviews, focus groups, recruitment, field monitoring, validation, and reporting support.

Do you provide respondent incentives?

Yes. Incentives can be included as a separate line item based on respondent profile and interview length.

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