Our Projects
Guided by the belief that well-informed data strategies can transform community and state-level decision-making, Luminance propels forward-thinking projects that address complex challenges. We focus on creating scalable, impactful solutions tailored to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders and industries.
At Luminance, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what data can achieve, driving innovations that not only meet but exceed the expectations of our partners and communities.
Empowering Decision-Making Through Data
Colorado Future Jobs Labor Market Data Analysis Dashboard
Project Deliverables:
- Conducted thorough literature and data reviews.
- Developed a comprehensive 45-page final report.
- Produced a professional video summarizing key findings and insights.
This comprehensive platform offers multifaceted insights into the Colorado labor market, designed to support state agencies, educators, and policy makers with robust data and analytics. The platform stands out due to its:
- Detailed NAICS Industry Data and Demographic Statistics: Provides an in-depth look at employment trends across different industries and population segments.
- Wage versus Inflation Analysis and SOC Projections: Aligns wage data with inflation trends and forecasts occupational demand within the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) framework.
- Advanced Data Analysis Methodologies: Introduces eight new techniques to enhance stakeholder usability, including Gap Analysis, Effort Index, and Challenge Index, going beyond traditional labor market reports like the Colorado Talent Pipeline Report.
- Workforce
- Data Pipelines
- Dashboard
Outcomes and Success: The platform has become an indispensable resource for the state, offering actionable insights that have significantly shaped workforce development strategies. It has been pivotal in:
- Guiding the Opportunity Now Grant program.
- Serving as a trusted data reference in numerous statewide papers and studies.
IIIJA/IRA Data Analysis, Dashboard, and Workforce Projection Study
This research project and dashboard tool is specifically designed for state agencies and local governments. It enables the tracking of the allocation of IIJA and IRA funds, amounting to over $8 billion, and estimates workforce demands. Key innovations introduced in this project include:
- Automatic Fund Updates: Ensures real-time tracking of fund allocation.
- County-by-County Fund Distribution Visualizations: Offers granular insights into the disbursement of funds across different counties.
- Commuting Patterns Analysis and Transferable Skills Data: Provides a deeper understanding of workforce dynamics and skill applicability.
- Detailed Labor Market Modeling and Projections: Aids in precise workforce planning and development.
Deliverables for this project included:
- A comprehensive literature review.
- A final report detailing findings and recommendations.
- SOC and NAICS spreadsheets for detailed industry and occupation analysis.
- Multiple presentations aimed at stakeholders and policymakers.
- A “Defining Clean Energy” PowerPoint to educate and guide sustainable practices.
- Various infographics to visually represent data and insights.
Other Projects
Colorado Career Advising Tool
In collaboration with educational and workforce development entities, this tool supports career advising efforts across the state by integrating AI and data technologies to provide a seamless, user-friendly experience for advisors and learners alike.
Advanced AI job matching technology and on demand localized labor information customized for each learner.
Supports the career guidance process of thousands of students and job seekers across the state and integrates labor market data with various state data training sources into one easily accessible website and assessment/ career matching tool. Climate Workforce opportunities will be highlighted on the tool for students and prospective job seekers.
Drive Systematic Change
We’re dedicated to leveraging data to foster solutions that benefit our partners and communities broadly. Let’s explore the possibilities together—connect with us today!