An economy is comprised of a variety of industries or sectors.  Changes in one industry or sector will affect a multitude of other sectors and ultimately the entire economy.  The impact of particular industries or economic sectors within an economy can be estimated using models such as IMPLAN, an economic impact planning tool first devised by USDA's Forest Service in the 1970's.

OSU's Economic Impact Analysis program helps communities estimate the economic value of its health care industry, a military base, or a new super retail center, for example.  To learn more about how this program can help your community estimate the economic value of potential future or existing components, contact