QualIntel OS

QualIntel OS is an AI-assisted qualitative research software designed specifically for PhD and postgraduate researchers. It addresses the need for rigorous qualitative analysis by providing cognitive scaffolding that supports academic standards of evidence and transparency. The platform emphasizes researcher control, allowing users to confirm every coding decision rather than relying entirely on automated processes.

A core feature of QualIntel OS is its approach to coding and evidence management. The software surfaces candidate evidence from research data, but the final decisions remain with the researcher, ensuring that the audit trail and AI-disclosure statements meet examiner expectations. The workflow is structured into six steps, including research design, data addition, codebook creation, evidence review, synthesis, and evidence pack preparation. Users can anchor codes and themes to supporting documents, and the tool supports codebooks with multiple themes and codes, as demonstrated by examples like 'Barriers to Access' and 'Coping Strategies.'

QualIntel OS accommodates a variety of qualitative research methodologies, offering seven modes such as RTA, IPA, and GT, among others. This flexibility allows researchers to tailor their analysis according to their chosen methodological framework. The platform also provides a one-click submission package, streamlining the process of preparing research for academic review.

The software is delivered as a web application, accessible through a browser. QualIntel OS offers a free plan with no credit card required, and the free tier is available indefinitely. This makes it accessible to individual researchers and students seeking to enhance the rigour and transparency of their qualitative research projects.