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Our Impact

Our Impact

Stand out with quality data and insights.

As captured in our name, we are solutions-oriented and support clients in making strategic decisions. Because we sit at the intersection of analysis, policy, and strategy, our thought process is interdisciplinary, allowing for a holistic perspective on tackling our clients' most challenging issues.

Our Reports

Harrisburg

Harrisburg Disparity Study

The City of Harrisburg and Impact Harrisburg commissioned this disparity study, funded by the City and Impact as well as by Dauphin County and produced by a consulting team that consisted of Econsult Solutions, Inc., Milligan Consulting, LLC, and the Winston/Terrell Group (collectively “the ESI team”). This disparity study had three main purposes: 1. To […]

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Taking Care of Business Program Assessment

Econsult Solutions, Inc. (ESI), The Intersect, and Cameron Professional Services Group, provided an evaluation of the Taking Care of Business (TCB) Commercial Corridor Cleaning Program, on behalf of the City of Philadelphia Department of Commerce. The effort led by ESI included constructing an approach for measuring the efficacy of TCB in achieving its goals, performing […]

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The Economic Impact of Montana Film Production: An Analysis of the Industry and the MEDIA Act

The production of feature films, television series, and commercials can generate significant economic activity for their host communities, drawing out-of-town spending, generating jobs, and supporting local businesses. Because of this potential boost to local economies, many states provide incentives to attract productions as an economic development initiative. In 2019, the Montana State Legislature passed the […]

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The State of North Broad 2023

North Broad Renaissance is the business improvement district for one of Philadelphia’s most prominent corridors, anchoring adjacent neighborhoods, supporting businesses, and community mainstays. To improve the quality of life, North Broad Renaissance has multifaceted goals for the revitalization of North Broad Street and adjoining neighborhoods. The organization fosters business development with an aim to provide […]

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Economic Impact of AICU Mass

Every institution of higher education has a case to make – to donors, alumni, students and their funders, prospective students and their guardians, and community members. ESI was commissioned by the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities in Massachusetts (AICU Mass), representing 59 private, nonprofit institutions, to conduct an economic impact study of its   member […]

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The Cost of Doing Nothing: Federal and State Impacts of Insufficient Retirement Savings

ESI was engaged by the Pew Charitable Trusts to explore the potential economic and fiscal costs of existing trends in retirement savings. As the elderly population of the United States continues to grow, it becomes increasingly important that households plan appropriately to maintain their living standards in their retirement years. This study quantifies the potential […]

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Multi-client Studies

Smart City Solutions for a Riskier World

Smart City Solutions for a Riskier World

Smart City Solutions for a Riskier World Full Findings Available Download the ebook To succeed in the post-COVID world, urban leaders need access to evidence-based analysis showing the innovative technologies, solutions, and business models that will work best, particularly when the next disruption hits. ESI ThoughtLab, in collaboration with a global coalition of business, government, […]

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ESI Center for the Future of Cities Research Agenda

Evidence-based research on the most pressing issues facing cities ESI Center for the Future of Cities brings together experts in urban economics, policy, and strategy to craft new evidence-based research on the most important issues facing cities around the world, and to provide consulting services for public and private sector organizations working in urban settings. […]

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Smart City Solutions for a Riskier World

Smart City Solutions for a Riskier World Full Findings Available Download the ebook To succeed in the post-COVID world, urban leaders need access to evidence-based analysis showing the innovative technologies, solutions, and business models that will work best, particularly when the next disruption hits. ESI ThoughtLab, in collaboration with a global coalition of business, government, […]

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Driving ROI Through AI

Driving ROI Through AI Full findings publicly available! Download Artificial Intelligence (AI) is spurring the next wave of the digital revolution. Econsult Solutions through its former thought leadership joint venture, ESI ThoughtLab, together with a group of artificial intelligence leaders, including Appen, Cognizant, Cortex, Dataiku, DataRobot, Deloitte, and Publicis Sapient, conducted a benchmarking study of […]

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Driving Cybersecurity Performance

Driving Cybersecurity Performance Improving cybersecurity results through evidence-based analysis Full findings now publicly available! Download Report Through its former thought leadership joint venture, ESI ThoughtLab, Econsult Solutions worked with a coalition of cybersecurity, cyber insurance, and technology experts from leading companies and associations to answer a central question: How can firms drive the best cybersecurity […]

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Building a Hyperconnected City

Building a Hyperconnected City Full Findings Available Econsult Solutions through ESI ThoughtLab, the firm’s former thought leadership joint venture, gathered benchmarking data from 100 cities, conducted in-depth interviews with city leaders, and drew on valuable input from a cross industry coalition of leading firms and research organizations. The study provides an evidence-based roadmap that cities […]

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Case Studies

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Retail Strategy for Ohio City in Cleveland, OH

Harrisburg

Disparity Study for the City of Harrisburg

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Procurement Analysis and Benchmarking Study

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Net Benefit Analysis for an Innovation Hub

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A Delaware Canal for the 21st Century

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Travel and Tourism Five-Year Strategic Plan

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Inclusive Competitiveness Measures for Comprehensive Economic Strategies

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Opportunity Lives Here: Economic Development Master Plan for Delaware’s Three Rivers Area

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Return on Investment in Protected Open Space

Dover

Capital City 2030: Strategic Master Plan for Downtown Dover Partnership

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