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Custom Research

Human Intelligence for an AI World

Data is everywhere. Insight is rare.

Whether you’re planning for growth, evaluating an investment or navigating complex challenges, we provide objective research and practical insights you can act on.

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What to expect when you work with us

We work with you to understand your goals, then develop a scope of work tailored to your timeline, budget and desired outcomes.

Tell us about your challenge.

We start by learning about your goals and questions.

We develop a proposal.

Together, we’ll define the scope, timeline and deliverables. Depending on the project, deliverables may include reports, presentations, dashboards, data files, maps, interactive tools or training.

Our team conducts the research.

We combine trusted data, proven methods and expert analysis.

You receive actionable insights.

We provide clear findings you can use to make confident decisions

Research built around your needs

Economic & community analysis

Benchmark communities, industries and regions to uncover strengths and opportunities.

Economic impact & forecasting

Measure the economic effects of investments and major projects or forecast future economic conditions.

Population & workforce analysis

See how demographic and workforce trends shape future needs.

Custom data integration

Combine federal, state and commercial sources for custom analysis tailored to your needs.

Mapping & data tools

Transform complex geographic data into easy-to-use maps and dashboards.

Training & knowledge transfer

Build skills through census/demographic training and data workshops.

Featured projects

See how organizations have used IBRC research to answer important questions and guide major decisions.

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Eli Lilly and Company’s impact

Explore the economic contributions of Lilly’s existing activities in the state, as well as the impact generated by the new investments at the LEAP Research and Innovation District.

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State of Hoosier cybersecurity

This report equips business leaders, policymakers, law enforcement and all Hoosiers with critical insights into the state of cybersecurity in Indiana.

IBRC’s projections have averaged in the 90 to 95 percent correct range, with some individual years reaching 96 to 98 percent accuracy, in the district’s 17 years of using the service.

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Ready to get started?

Research built around your questions.

Whether you need economic analysis, demographic insights, forecasting or custom research, we’d love to discuss your project.

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