Stand out with unique real-time data your competitors don’t have. Partner with us on bids and tenders to strengthen proposals and win more work across public and private sectors.
For Economic Consulting Firms
World-class data & insights for economic consultants
Deliver better insights, win more work, and move faster – with real-time company data built for today’s economy.
Built for leading economists
We work with world-class economic consultancies, UK Government, and local authorities to deliver credible, data-led insight for strategies, bids, and investment cases.
Deliver unique insights. Exceed client expectations.
Economic consultants use The Industry Engine, our real-time company data platform, to go beyond outdated SIC codes – getting clarity on what companies actually do and how modern sectors are evolving.
Whether you’re mapping local strengths, delivering economic development strategy, or supporting net zero strategy, our platform, proprietary data, and Data Services team help you deliver faster, smarter insights.
Deliver better results for clients
Produce more accurate, insightful regional economic research. Back your recommendations with robust, real-time evidence, using data trusted by UK Government, local authorities, and leading economic consultancies.
Work faster & smarter
Streamline research with The Industry Engine, our intuitive data platform. Cut out manual data wrangling and Google searches with tools like our ML List Builder. Access live data on millions of UK companies and hundreds of sectors – including financials, growth metrics, funding, jobs, skills, and more.
What our customers say
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“The major value add is the building of real-time industry classifications.”
Josh Stott
Head of Steer Economic Development -
“Being able to create our own lists based on our own definitions and us being able to train that list really helps and it’s such a valuable tool.”
James Lee
Consultant, Whitecap Consulting -
“We’ve been able to define and measure emerging sectors like green hydrogen, which weren’t captured by traditional datasets.”
Joe Ahern
Director of Policy, WPI Economics -
“If you want a more dynamic and innovative view of your economy, you should definitely consider The Data City.”
Professor Delma Dwight
Director, Midlands Engine Observatory -
“We support the use of the innovative technology at The Data City as a force for good, as we help emerging sectors and existing companies in the recovery from COVID-19”
James Lewis
Deputy Mayor, West Yorkshire -
“The major value add is the building of real-time industry classifications.”
Raquel Ortega-Argilés
Professor of Regional Economic Development at Alliance Manchester Business School
