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Sport events generate significant economic benefits for host cities, regions, and stakeholders. Understanding their true impact is essential for decision-making, strategic planning, and securing investments.
AISTS conducts comprehensive economic impact studies to measure the direct, indirect, and induced financial benefits of sporting events, organizations, and initiatives. Using OECD-approved economic models and multiplier effects, we provide data-driven insights to help stakeholders assess return on investment, optimize resource allocation, and justify funding.
AISTS has privileged access to the cutting-edge laboratories, engineering expertise, and research capabilities of our academic partners -in particular EPFL and UNIL- co-founders of AISTS and a globally recognized leader
Demonstrates clear financial benefits for sponsors, governments, host cities, and investors.
Helps organizers and cities optimize resource allocation and long-term impact.
Provides data-driven insights to support public engagement and policy advocacy.
Supports the development of long-term economic and social benefits.
Following a rigorous methodology, we gather and consolidate a wide range of data to calculate the direct, indirect and induced economic impact of your sport event.
We begin by aligning with your organization to define the scope, objectives, and the geographical area of the economic impact study. This phase ensures clarity on expectations, methodology, and deliverables, providing a solid foundation for data collection and analysis.
We gather quantitative data from various sources, including economic reports, surveys, and industry benchmarks. This step involves engaging with relevant stakeholders, leveraging existing databases, and ensuring that all necessary information is accurately recorded.
Our team applies rigorous economic models to assess direct, indirect, and induced economic impacts. This includes evaluating employment effects, revenue generation, and broader financial implications using industry-recognized methodologies.
The findings are compiled into a comprehensive report, presenting clear insights and actionable recommendations. The report is designed to be accessible to decision-makers, offering a well-documented analysis supported by visual data representations and key takeaways.
Evaluating the economic contribution of sports policies, events, and infrastructure.
Assessing the financial value of their competitions and programs.
Quantifying financial impact and return on investment for stakeholders.
The AISTS Economic Impact Assessment of Olympic Games report offers a transparent and conservative methodology to evaluate the real economic effects of hosting the Olympics. Commissioned by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and contributing to OECD-led discussions, the study emphasizes the importance of assessing net external spending and applying prudent multipliers to determine tangible impacts.
Our methodology and expert calculations are supervised by two world-renowned macroeconomists.
Using internationally recognized economic models and multipliers.
Reports designed for strategic decision-making and stakeholder engagement.
Supporting federations, cities, and sports industry leaders.
Here are our Frequently Asked Questions, if you need more information or have a question not listed here, please contact us, we will be happy to inform you.
Once the exact scope of the study is agreed upon, typically around six months before the event, the data collection phase begins. Its duration depends on the length of the event. Approximately one month after data collection ends, we deliver the final report.
AISTS ensures that both the methodology is followed, and the quality of data is maintained, whether the data is collected by the organiser, usually with a dedicated team of volunteers, or by AISTS itself. We then deliver a comprehensive final report, along with an easy-to-read highlights report designed for broader distribution.
To conduct a thorough economic impact study, we will need access to certain financial information, which is often found in contracts related to the event (e.g., with suppliers, sponsors, venues, etc.). In addition to this, we collect data on site during the event through surveys and observation. All information shared with us is treated with the highest level of confidentiality and securely stored. AISTS will provide you with a detailed list of the specific documents and data required at the beginning of the process to ensure a smooth and efficient collaboration.
The cost of each study is tailored to the scope, complexity, and duration of the project. We work closely with our clients to define their needs and ensure a fair and transparent pricing structure.
Yes, the methodology used by AISTS is referenced by the OECD in a white paper and is also used by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to assess the economic impact of the Olympic Games. This recognition ensures that our approach is transparent, consistent across events, and delivers trustworthy, credible data that stakeholders can rely on.
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