Empowering Insights for Public Good
The Data Branch Research partners with diverse organizations to deliver actionable insights into trends affecting state and local government and public education.
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Our Mission

We champion open access to government records, believing that shared information fuels a healthier, more equitable society.

Our Approach

Our research begins with a thorough understanding of the issues at hand, involving stakeholder interviews and extensive literature reviews.

Planning

We begin with a thorough assessment, consulting key stakeholders and incorporating ethical guidelines to ensure our objectives are both transparent and achievable.

Implementation

We combine robust data analytics with close collaboration among partners. Throughout, we maintain strict security standards to protect privacy and reinforce trust.

Post-Implementation

Our commitment continues after the initial rollout. We monitor results, provide timely updates, and refine strategies in partnership with the community to ensure sustained value.

The Data Branch for....
Government
Across the exhaustive range of government arms from State Departments to Local Special Districts, The Data Branch welcomes insights and partnerships collaboration opportunities across the nation in all verticals.
Enterprises
The Data Branch is actively engaging with enterprise organizations in sectors such as Construction, Education, Technology, Food, Transportation and more to enhance and utilize public data.
Schools
Partnering with thousands of data transparency partners across the nation, The Data Branch aims to grow its network of education institutions to facilitate a more effective and efficient marketplace for students.
Citizens
By empowering individuals with clear, actionable data, The Data Branch fosters informed decisions, heightened civic engagement, and equitable outcomes across communities nationwide. Through user-friendly tools and broad collaborations, we ensure that every citizen can benefit from transparent, data-driven innovation.
Countless Entities Across The Nation Are Already Contributors

100,000+ Trusted Entities

Our platform is trusted by over 100,000 various organizations including State, Local, And Education-and that number is rapidly increasing-across all 50 states.

Millions of Purchase Orders

We process millions of purchase orders, aggregating real-time data that captures the pulse of government spending nationwide.

Diverse Data Vertical Coverage

Our comprehensive dataset spans key sectors—K–12, higher education, healthcare, municipal infrastructure, transportation, IT, energy, and more—enabling informed decision-making and collaborative public projects. We help government agencies, schools, and community leaders drive meaningful improvements where they matter most.

Universal Utility

Our dataset meets the diverse needs of public agencies, vendors, and contractors alike—delivering insights that guide transparent, effective solutions for a range of public sector challenges. By offering a single, trusted source of information, we help foster collaboration and informed decision-making that benefits communities at every level.

We champion open access to government records, believing that shared information fuels a healthier, more equitable society.

Virginia Seeks More Data Transparency on Public School Air Quality

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Legislature Advances a Slate of Proposed Improvements to Education Funding

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2U 2023 Transparency and Outcomes report

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Beyond the Covid Dashboard How Local Governments Are Continuing to Invest in Public Data Initiatives

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Major Funding Cuts are Coming for Higher ed Could AI be The Lifeline

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New York School Funding Budget

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Trump Administration is Gutting the National Center for Education Statistics Here are Five Things We Only Know About Schools Thanks to The NCES

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