Modelling and analytics

Why modelling and analytics at ISF?

ISF has an extensive track record in the analysis of complex data and the development of innovative models that can explore interdependent relationships, forecast future outcomes and optimise systems against different constraints. We use advanced computational analysis to support:

• prediction and forecasting
• complex systems modelling and simulation
• economic analysis and financial analysis
• decision analysis and optimisation
• survey design and analysis
• visualisation and communication
• online tool development and websites

What we offer

Our demonstrated expertise includes implementing a broad range of statistical methods and tools, including multiple linear regression, time-series analysis, panel methods and stochastic modelling. We also work with models that incorporate the latest approaches in machine learning and artificial intelligence to achieve decision useful outputs, as well as with large messy datasets that require sophisticated techniques for cleaning, analysis and retrieval.

One of our key strengths is our experience in the use and application of input-output analysis for estimating carbon and ecological footprints and developing metrics for measuring the performance of companies against different sustainability criteria. We also develop innovative methodologies that can be applied across different research domains.

What ISF can do for you

The Modelling and Analytics team comes from a multidisciplinary background that combines expertise across engineering, economics, science, business intelligence and software development. We have developed a number of models and online tools that have transformed the way our clients do business, saving hundreds of thousands of dollars through improvements to efficiency and new revenue streams.

Our team of dedicated analysis can help you answer the following questions:

• Are you looking to optimise and improve the overall efficiency of your business?
• Do you need help making sense of large complicated datasets?
• Are you confused by the complexity of sustainability metrics and outcomes?
• Do you need to communicate the sustainability benefits of your organisation to your customers and clients?
• Do you need independent research expertise and analysis to verify the sustainability credentials of your business?
• Are you looking for new opportunities to reduce emissions and drive value for your customers?
• Are you looking for analysis of solar and wind generation dominated power systems?
• Do you need support to develop and/or implement National Determined Contribution (NDC) concepts required under the Paris Climate Agreement?

We will work with you to understand your unique problem and implement the best analytical solutions*. Methods that we have used successfully in the past include:

• Multiple linear regression
• Time-series analysis
• Panel regression methods
• Simulation and analysis
• Computational and mathematical modelling
• Data envelopment analysis
• Input-output analysis
• Supervised and unsupervised machine learning
• Financial and economic forecasting
• Graph theory / network analysis
• Stochastic modelling
• Bespoke model development
• Monte Carlo Analysis
• Long term scenario modelling

We also have experience using the following computer languages and tools:

• Python
• R Statistics
• Matlab
• SPSS
• Visual Basic and MS Excel
• SQL Database
• CASPIO
• Tableau
• GIS and Spatial Analysis

Work with us

We work with private sector companies, multilateral organisations and federal, state and local government. Whatever change you wish to see in the world, working with us means creating something that will last.

Our projects

Previous projects in this space include:

• Development of sustainable equity index using ESG Analytics
• One Earth Energy and Climate Model
• Online Annual Reporting Tool for APCO
• Network Opportunity Maps
• Renewable Energy and Load Modelling (REALM)
• AREMI Electric Vehicle Maps
• Climate KiC Living Lab electricity consumption analysis
• Solar Gardens Business Case Modelling
• Yarra Valley Water SWEP analytics
• DPIE Economic Appraisal
• TULIP Melrose Park