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Methods, Understanding methods
The following posts are in no particular order. They are purposely randomized.
Systems mapping
RSI uses systems mapping to support integrated risk strategies, particularly in multi-sectoral or cross-jurisdictional contexts. Its approach combines expert elicitation, participatory design, and software tools to create clear, actionable maps. RSI ensures maps serve as living tools for analysis, communication, and decision support.
Read More Message tailoring
RSI uses message tailoring to deliver risk communications that are both inclusive and persuasive. It combines audience profiling, behavioral insight, and content modularity to adapt messages across contexts. RSI’s tailored messaging approach is grounded in research and refined through iterative testing.
Read More Occupational risk profiling
RSI applies occupational risk profiling in sectors ranging from manufacturing to healthcare. Its approach combines exposure data, task analysis, and workforce demographics to develop structured profiles. RSI supports both regulatory compliance and organizational safety planning, and translates findings into recommendations for engineering, administrative, or behavioral controls.
Read More Workshop facilitation for decision-making under uncertainty
RSI facilitates workshops that guide decision-makers through uncertainty-tolerant processes. The firm uses tested frameworks and participatory tools to elicit preferences, surface assumptions, and document reasoning. RSI ensures outcomes are actionable and resilient to future information updates, strengthening both process integrity and buy-in.
Read More Workshop facilitation for emergency preparedness
RSI leads preparedness workshops for a range of sectors and jurisdictions, integrating real-world scenarios, response metrics, and after-action reviews. Its facilitation ensures psychological safety, engagement, and actionable outcomes. RSI’s experience with multi-stakeholder settings makes it a trusted facilitator for preparedness capacity building.
Read More Workshop facilitation for resilience strategy design
RSI leads resilience strategy workshops that combine systems thinking, stakeholder mapping, and scenario exploration. Its facilitators ensure inclusive participation and productive engagement while translating outcomes into actionable roadmaps. RSI aligns these strategies with broader governance structures and available funding pathways, promoting durable uptake.
Read More Workshop facilitation for evidence interpretation
RSI designs and leads interpretive workshops for clients in government, industry, and civil society. Its facilitators prepare accessible materials, define goals, and create structured discussion formats. RSI ensures that diverse viewpoints are integrated and that outputs are captured for use in reports, models, or policy briefs.
Read More Policy development for risk mitigation
RSI supports policy development across health, environmental, and infrastructure domains. The firm integrates scientific evidence, risk assessments, and stakeholder perspectives to craft clear and enforceable policies. RSI also provides implementation roadmaps and evaluation frameworks, ensuring that policies are not only sound on paper but practical in execution.
Read More Workforce development and upskilling
RSI designs and delivers training programs for regulators, public health staff, and emergency planners. Its approach emphasizes applied learning, cross-disciplinary skill development, and alignment with evolving threats. RSI integrates workforce development into broader capacity-building and institutional strengthening initiatives.
Read More Multi-criteria decision analysis
RSI uses MCDA to support structured decision-making in policy, technology assessment, and risk mitigation planning. The firm works with clients to define criteria, engage stakeholders, and test sensitivity to different priorities. RSI ensures that outputs are easy to interpret and defensible, especially when justifying complex or controversial decisions.
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