From Signals to Systems: Designing Surveillance That Works

Effective public health surveillance underpins early detection, rapid response, and long-term system resilience. At Fjelltopp, we bring deep expertise in the design and implementation of routine, event-based, syndromic, and indicator-based surveillance systems—each tailored to different data needs, risks, and operational realities.

Whether strengthening routine reporting, introducing community-based alert systems, or integrating background environmental and laboratory data, we help partners design strategies that are fit for purpose, technically sound, and operationally feasible.

Our team works with governments, UN agencies, and research institutions to modernize surveillance architectures—bridging health, animal, and environmental sectors—while aligning with global standards and national policy priorities. With a combination of technical depth and strategic vision, we support everything from data schema design to multi-stakeholder coordination.

What We Offer

• Strategic Surveillance Design We work with ministries and partners to define surveillance goals, system architecture, and reporting requirements—advising on the right tools, indicators, and governance models.

• Multi-Sectoral Coordination We lead stakeholder engagement processes across human, animal, and environmental health sectors—supporting One Health surveillance strategies and harmonized data flows.

• Custom System Implementation From DHIS2 Tracker programs to mobile data collection apps (ODK, KoboToolbox), we configure surveillance tools that support case reporting, contact tracing, alerts, and automated analytics.

• Capacity Building & Handover We provide tailored training, clear documentation, and user-friendly tools that enable sustainable in-country ownership and ongoing system maintenance.

Who We Support

• Health ministries launching or upgrading digital surveillance platforms
• UN and NGO partners coordinating surveillance across regions or sectors
• Research institutions running large-scale or longitudinal disease studies
• Emergency response teams needing rapid-deployment tools and analytics

Our Approach

1. Initial assessment of existing surveillance workflows, digital tools, and reporting requirements
2. Co-design process with stakeholders to align system functions with real-world needs
3. Implementation and testing of digital tools, integrations, and alert mechanisms
4. Training, documentation, and support to embed the system within local structures

What You Get with Fjelltopp

• Scalable, interoperable surveillance systems tailored to your context
• Automated analytics and dashboards for rapid decision-making
• Real-time, field-ready reporting tools (mobile/tablet/web-based)
• A trusted partner with deep experience in global public health and technology