We make data clear, usable, and open for everyone.
Data Architecture · Data Visualization & Interaction · AI-Enabled Systems
Description
Zimmerman provides comprehensive data infrastructure for organizations. Our systems enable the collection, processing, and visualization of complex datasets with clinical precision and regulatory compliance.
Quick Reference
- 15+ years operational experience
- 100+ countries served globally
- Open-source first methodology
Scope
End-to-end data systems for organizations that require transparency, scale, and long-term reliability.
Delivery Model
Custom system design, implementation, and ongoing support — tailored to organizational needs.
Deployment
Cloud-native, on-premise, or hybrid environments, depending on security and governance requirements.
WCAG 2.1 AA
IATI Standard
GDPR Compliant
Service Capabilities & Specifications
The following visualisation outlines available services, their applications, and relevant considerations for implementation. Consult with our team for specific requirements.
Open Data Platforms
We design and run open-source data platforms that let organisations upload, manage, visualise, and share development data in one place.
Make your data accessible, trusted, and reusable.
Service Scope
Discovery
Design
Delivery
Deployment
Maintenance
Considerations
- Data governance & ownership models
- Licensing (open vs restricted access)
- Interoperability with existing systems
- Long-term maintenance & sustainability
- Community adoption & contributor workflows
Timeline
3–6 months
Data Architecture & APIs
We design scalable, resilient data architectures and APIs that connect systems and support complex data flows.
Build foundations, not silos.
Service Scope
Discovery
Design
Delivery
Deployment
Maintenance
Considerations
- Scalability and future-proofing
- Security and access control
- Integration complexity
- Vendor lock-in risks
- Documentation & developer experience
- Performance and reliability
Timeline
4–8 months
Design Systems & UX
We design consistent, usable interfaces for data-heavy products, aligning design and engineering through shared systems.
Consistency creates trust.
Service Scope
Discovery
Design
Delivery
Deployment
Maintenance
Considerations
- Internal capacity to maintain the system
- Governance of components
- Accessibility standards
- Design–dev alignment
- Scalability across products
- Brand coherence
Timeline
2–4 months
AI-Ready Data
We prepare data and systems so they are structured, consistent, and machine-readable—ready for automation, analytics, and AI.
Prepare data for responsible intelligence.
Service Scope
Discovery
Design
Delivery
Deployment
Maintenance
Considerations
- Explainability
- Data quality standards
- Governance frameworks
- Ethical AI alignment
- Transparency
Timeline
3–6 months
Data Visualisations & Dashboards
We create interactive dashboards that turn complex datasets into clear insights for decision-making and public transparency.
Turn complexity into clarity.
Service Scope
Discovery
Design
Delivery
Deployment
Maintenance
Considerations
- Audience literacy in data interpretation
- Accessibility (WCAG, cognitive accessibility)
- Narrative vs exploratory visualisation balance
- Decision-making context (who uses it, when, why)
- Data freshness & update cycles
- Performance on low-bandwidth devices
Timeline
2-4 months
Data Repositories
We provide secure, well-governed data repositories that ensure data quality, versioning, and long-term maintainability.
Protect your data’s future.
Service Scope
Discovery
Design
Delivery
Deployment
Maintenance
Considerations
- Version control strategy
- Backup and redundancy
- Long-term preservation
- Access rights & roles
- Auditability
- Data integrity guarantees
Timeline
3–6 months
User Research
We research how people actually work with data, so tools are designed around real needs, constraints, and contexts.
Design with people, not for them.
Service Scope
Discovery
Design
Delivery
Deployment
Maintenance
Considerations
- Stakeholder alignment
- Ethical research practices
- Inclusion & representation
- Translation into action
- Organisational readiness for change
Timeline
1–3 months
Technical Advisory
We advise organisations on how to design, govern, and sustain open data systems aligned with their missions.
Make data strategy actionable.
Service Scope
Discovery
Design
Delivery
Deployment
Maintenance
Considerations
- Governance readiness
- Policy alignment
- Capacity building
- Sustainability models
Timeline
1–3 months (ongoing possible)
Open Data Platforms
Data Visualisations & Dashboards
Data Architecture & APIs
Data Repositories
Design Systems & UX
User Research
AI-Ready Data
Technical Advisory
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NOTE: Service availability may vary. All implementations subject to technical feasibility assessment. Contact us for detailed specifications and pricing. See full terms and conditions.
Our Projects
Documented implementations demonstrating service efficacy across various organizational contexts. Results may vary based on implementation conditions.
PROJECT-01
AIDA 3.0 - Aid Information Data Analytics
A SaaS platform combining global aid analytics with streamlined data management. It identifies sector trends and ensures all data is IATI-compliant.
Impact Area
Data Quality / Technical Compliance, Sector Intelligence
Client
N/A | In-House Product
Category
Data Management Tool, Data Exploration Tool, Data Analytics SaaS
PROJECT-02
DataXplorer
Flexible data workspace enabling teams to explore, refine, and visualize data in one reporting environment.
Impact Area
Custom analytics & reporting for development data
Client
N/A | In-House Product
Category
Data Analytics SaaS, Data Visualisation Tool, Data Reporting Tool
PROJECT-03
The Global Fund Explorer
A granular dashboard tracking a $4 billion annual grant lifecycle across 100+ countries. It connects financial investments directly to real-world health outcomes and results.
Impact Area
Global health funding transparency
Partner Network & Global Footprint
Verified infrastructure deployments and strategic alliances across three primary categories.
Network Composition
NGOs and Research
10
Government and Bilateral Agencies
6
UN Agencies
4
Total Entities
20
Geographic Reach
8
Countries (HQs)
45%
NL-Based
Operating across global policy & delivery ecosystems.
Our partner network spans key global decision-making hubs, from Geneva and London to Nairobi and Washington DC.
Sector Classification
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Partner Sectors
NGOs and Research Entities
SEC-01
10 Entities
SEC-01
10 Entities
Turning data into evidence for action and advocacy
Partner Directory
Sheet SEC-01-A
Government and Bilateral Agencies
SEC-02
6 Entities
SEC-02
6 Entities
Designing data systems that support policy, oversight and public value
Partner Directory
Sheet SEC-02-A
UN Agencies
SEC-03
4 Entities
SEC-03
4 Entities
Enabling interoperable data systems for global programmes
Partner Directory
Sheet SEC-03-A
Operational Metrics & Compliance
Proven track record of excellence in data infrastructure and service delivery
98.5%
Success Rate
Project completion success rate across all implementations
100+
Global Reach
Countries served with data infrastructure solutions
5PB+
Data Processed
Petabytes of data processed annually across platforms
99.9%
Uptime
System availability and reliability guarantee
WCAG 2.1 AA
Accessibility Standard
IATI Standard
Data Transparency
GDPR Compliant
Data Protection
Contact & Consultation
For implementation inquiries, technical specifications, or partnership discussions.
Consultation Request Form
Direct Contact
Location
HQ — Amsterdam
Keizersgracht 520
1017 EK Amsterdam
The Netherlands