Effective strategy and policy intervention requires a rigorous understanding of current economic and social behaviour, markets and the composition of locations and households.

With expertise in sector analysis, benchmarking, visioning and issues that drive policy formation, Experian helps the public sector develop realistic and cost-effective goals.

Our approach combines a range of techniques to deliver comprehensive analysis including economic modelling, consultation and facilitation, underpinned by rigorous desk-based research. This includes:

• Economic audits – detailed analysis of local or sub-regional economic performance and the key drivers of economic prosperity including economic diversity; investment, innovation, the business environment; human capital and the labour market; and quality of life
• Geographical analysis – commuting, migration, retail & leisure flows, spatial prioritisation for intervention and investment
• Education and skills – identification, profiling and mapping of learners, skills providers and employers, supporting skills policymakers and organisations to create responsive and inclusive educational resources
• Insight into skills sectors and industry performance, assessing contribution to current and future economic growth, skills mix and employment opportunities