Minnesota IMPLAN Group, Inc. (MIG) is the corporation responsible for the production of IMPLAN (IMpact analysis for PLANning) data and software. Using classic input-output analysis in combination with regional specific Social Accounting Matrices and Multiplier Models, IMPLAN provides a highly accurate and adaptable model for its users. The IMPLAN database contains economic statistics which are specialized by region, not estimated from national averages and can be used to measure the effect on a regional or local economy of any given change or event in the economy's activity. Offers quantified and in-depth answers to questions like these: ~How does the local economy function? ~What would the economic consequences of this project be? ~What would be the effect of this company/base closure