As coastal management and resource allocation take front stage for most agencies, the human dimension is now taking prominence. IMSG provides expertise in the human dimensions of the environment and natural resource management, focusing on sociocultural behavior and the link between, culture, society and the human use, understanding of, and interaction with the environment.

IMSG works with local, state, and federal entities, as well as advisory boards, to incorporate the human dimension into upcoming policies as well and environmental remediation actions. We bring subject matter experts, policy-makers, and resource managers to the table with the latest facts and decision support tools, ensuring that all aspects and interests are represented. Incorporating the human dimension allows agencies to create solutions to environmental concerns that are embraceable.

HD.gov

IMSG staff played a critical role in developing the federal government’s “human dimension” web portal (hd.gov) to provide information and tools related to the human dimensions of natural resource management. Human dimensions include the ways through which individuals, groups, and society interact with, affect, and are affected by the natural environment and environmental change.

Policy & Program Analysis and Integration

Our customers depend upon us for senior-level support, analysis, and recommendations on drivers of change in the external policy environments on a federal, state, and local level. We use our expertise to integrate policies across strategic and operational and programs, as well as coordinate with inter-agency, intergovern-mental, and non-governmental advisory groups.

Strategic Planning

IMSG provides expertise in strategic planning and supports the planning processes by monitoring external and internal trends, policy development, and legislative efforts. We help align corporate strategies as well as identify corporate-level annual investment priorities.

Proven Results

Developed the NCCOS Human Dimensions Strategic Plan, organized the Multi-Agency
Workshop on the Human Dimensions of Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Response, and
coordinated the resulting report, Harmful Algal Research and Response: A Human
Dimensions Strategy (HARR-HD)
Facilitated the HD.gov portal in use by government agencies