Public Sector Consultants is a private Michigan corporation providing policy research in the areas of health, education, economics, the environment, and technology; survey research; program evaluation; and strategic counsel. Since its inception in 1980, PSC’s services have been commissioned by hundreds of local, state, and federal government agencies, school districts, colleges and universities, professional associations, hospitals, foundations, and private corporations. Some of the firm’s reports have attracted national and regional attention, and many have had a substantial effect on public policies and attitudes.
Clients from both the private and public sectors use the firm’s research, analytical, and advisory capacities to develop and implement policies and strategic plans; improve internal management; identify stakeholder priorities and address conflicts between corporate and community interests; and identify political, regulatory, and economic factors influencing corporate and agency decisions.
The firm is experienced in managing sizable contracts, adhering to deadlines, and providing professional and clearly written reports. PSC has more than 25 employees and a roster of affiliated consultants.
Why Choose Public Sector Consultants?
Since 1980, Public Sector Consultants has both monitored and helped shape Michigan public policy. Our independent research enables us to identify problems at the state and local level, clarify options, and recommend solutions. Our analyses of state government and public policy issues are the most cogent, comprehensive, and readable published.
Our reputation for solid, nonpartisan research and our good working relationships in the regulatory and finance communities serve our clients well. Our clients are pleased by our recognition of and respect for their particular interests, and they benefit by our standing as a company of integrity.
PSC’s Unique Approach to Public Policy
Public Sector Consultants is committed to fostering good public policy. We therefore work with clients whose interests intersect with the public good, organizations wishing to make a difference not only in their own private sphere but also in their communities, however small or large.
We thrive on projects that demand innovative responses to public policy issues. Our clients look to us to understand current policy thoroughly, its implications for all interested parties, and alternate paths to move policy from the present to a better future. Along with our clients, we are policy leaders.
PSC’s uniqueness lies in what we know (content expertise), how we communicate complex policy issues to experts and informed laypersons (translation), and how we bring together diverse stakeholders to look at innovative approaches to policy (facilitation). Other organizations may have experts in one or two of these areas. The strength of our consultants in all three is the value we bring to our clients.
Dialogue among people with varied perspectives must go hand in hand with thorough research to create sound policy. Ideology is by its nature inflexible; it divides rather than joins people. Our approach to policy research, evaluation, and facilitation is objective, inclusive, and nonpartisan. PSC believes that clients and policy are best served when diverse points of view are voiced, all research approaches are considered, and stakeholders collaborate to implement consensus solutions.
Our research and facilitation are disciplined, with clear project goals, specific and measurable results, and a focused step-by-step path from start to finish. Research and group processes can be unwieldy, but we diligently keep on task to deliver value to clients and their constituents. While we will consider unconventional solutions to clients’ policy issues, we make certain that any solutions are socially and financially sustainable.