At a GlanceLongitudinal studies collect data on multiple occasions from the same contributors over a defined period of time. |
Longitudinal studies can provide valuable insight into how contributors behave and interact with their surroundings, an experience, or a brand over time in their everyday lives.
Longitudinal studies can be conducted at any time during the lifecycle of a product. However, they are typically done when collecting feedback on a live product or service:
- Before development, as a way to gather requirements and understand users
- After a site or product has been launched, to gather data on how, when, and why people naturally use it
For more information, see our article on diary studies.
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