Abstract: A method and apparatus for creating an online questionnaire, accessible only at a secure network site. The present invention discloses using such a questionnaire for collecting data necessary for the documenting and calculating R&D tax credit. Tools are provided to assist administrative functions such as setting up the due dates of an interview campaign, sending email notices and creating tracking and analysis reports regarding the questionnaire. Interviewees may access online help in the form of instructions, definitions, samples and incentives for timely completion of the questionnaire.