The Data City provides the definitive IS-8 sector classification, and the ability to actively monitor the IS-8 as they are today, but also as they evolve. The classifications have been created with and are used by central government departments, local authorities and academia to map, analyse and act on IS-8 and frontier sectors in real time. 

GC Insight brings deep experience in economic strategy, programme design and impact evaluation. With a strong record of supporting public sector clients across the UK, we specialise in turning evidence into action - with a particular focus on the role of businesses in delivering local growth. Our Growth Flag tool accurately identifies businesses with high growth potential, as well as those at risk. This predictive and accurate tool assigns each business in the UK a growth score which measures the likelihood of them achieving 20% growth in the coming year. 

This collaboration provides the best data and can help guide advice for businesses that power the IS-8 sectors. By working together, we can help develop the opportunities and tools needed to deliver the Industrial Strategy, using an accepted and shared understanding of the IS-8.