Modeling and Simulation
At the core of IEM’s success is our ability to use science and technology to identify and analyze critical issues and decision options—and then translate these findings into strategies that can do the best job when the threat becomes real. Simulation modeling is a quick, cost-effective, and objective technique for assessing whether systems or policies in place can meet desired goals.
"What-ifs" drive decisions.
“What if” analyses allow hypothetical changes to doctrine/policy, training, equipment, procedures, and organizational structures. The ability to “run” a variety of scenarios provides great value in decision making, whether it is related to preparedness planning or procurement decisions."Honest broker" reputation.
Government and military agencies know IEM as an “honest broker” and often rely on us to provide—sometimes in politically-charged environments—comparative analyses of options where large amounts of funding are at stake.
Many clients call upon IEM to develop new models or evaluate and improve existing ones. We can fine tune our modeling to incorporate specific elements that reflect industry standards or best practices. Our professionals are familiar with all standard models used in emergency management and homeland security, including CAMEO/ALOHA, Hurrevac, SLOSH, and HAZUS-MH.
