At The Policy & Research Group, we use rigorous research and evaluation to improve the potential of people through equitable public policy and improved practice. We are committed to growing the economic and social prospects of all people. Our clients include federal and state government agencies, local governments, community-based organizations, and foundations.
We also offer PRG Insight, a data collection, management, visualization, and reporting system that empowers agencies to make data-informed decisions. We built PRG Insight to simplify data collection and reporting for federal grantees. PRG Insight uses dashboards that provide real-time descriptions of client characteristics, participation, and targeted behavior change.
Oceanic Consulting Corporation is one of North America’s largest providers of hydrodynamic evaluations and contract research services to the global marine industry. Based in St. John’s, NL, Canada, Oceanic is internationally recognized for its expertise in the areas of Vortex Induced Vibration (VIV) research, Arctic and ice engineering, and for its work for clients competing for the America’s Cup, including two-time champion, Team Alinghi. Oceanic’s experienced group of researchers, engineers, and technical personnel, combined with one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of hydrodynamic research facilities has made the company a world-leader in its field.
Since Oceanic first made waves in 1993, the company has grown to 45 people and nearly $6 million in revenue. With over 75% of its market outside Canada, Oceanic has a client list of multinational companies and projects all over the world.
With an aim for growth, Oceanic was acquired by Fleetway, Inc. in 2011. As part of the J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) group of companies, the acquisition gives the firm greater strength and depth to continue to operate in its core business area of commercial research in hydrodynamics and Arctic engineering as it works to assist its clients in improving the way marine systems perform in their environments.
We are an award winning Canadian research boutique, with a 37 year track record, specializing in Tactical Competitive Intelligence, B2B Mystery Shopping, Merger & Acquisition Diligence and Win Loss Analysis.
Leveraging our expertise in investigative research combined with a track record spanning 36 years, we provide fact driven solutions to help Canadian companies navigate today's intensely competitive markets.
By prioritizing thorough preparation, in-depth interviewing and precision analysis, we go beyond mainstream vendors to deliver the results needed to help you execute counter a competitor threat, resolve a difficult sales issue or assess the viability of entering a new market.