Unlocking Economic Potential Through Data
At Datawheel, we help governments, development agencies, and public institutions unlock sustainable, inclusive growth by translating complex data into actionable insights.
Our work is rooted in the science of economic complexity, revealing hidden capabilities within economies and guiding smarter, data-driven development strategies. We help our partners discover untapped potential, identify competitive advantages, and design policies that drive long-term prosperity.
Our Approach: Powered by Economic Complexity
Datawheel’s methodology combines cutting-edge visualization with deep analytical frameworks to support strategic decision-making at every level. Grounded in the economic complexity framework, we examine the knowledge intensity and diversity of products and industries to understand how nations, regions, or cities can evolve.
From mapping economic capabilities to forecasting growth opportunities
Real-World Impact
Our platforms and reports have helped countries and institutions across the Americas, Europe, and Asia rethink development strategies
In 2025, we partnered with the Mexican government to develop an econometric simulation that measured Mexico’s export potential under different tariff scenarios imposed by the U.S. on Chinese imports. The model—powered by OEC data and machine learning—identified more than $100B in potential export gains for Mexico, particularly in electronics, automotive components, and industrial machinery. It also benchmarked Mexico’s position relative to key competitors, providing strategic insights to guide industrial policy and investment promotion in high-complexity sectors.
In 2024, we worked with the Asian Development Bank to deliver a regional diagnostic for the South Caucasus. The analysis benchmarked the region’s economic sophistication and identified strategic sectors for diversification based on complexity, inequality, and emissions metrics. By leveraging intra-regional synergies and visualizing diversification frontiers, the report offered policy recommendations to help the region transition from resource-dependence toward inclusive, knowledge-driven growth.
In 2025, we worked with Indonesia’s Ministry of Trade to develop a simulation of trade opportunities under shifting global tariff scenarios. Using an econometric model powered by OEC data, we estimated Indonesia’s potential to strengthen its position in key export sectors—including textiles, footwear, and light electronics—in the context of trade realignments. The analysis benchmarked Indonesia’s outlook alongside regional peers and offered data-driven guidance to inform strategic trade and industrial policy.
Partner with Us
We’re not traditional consultants. We’re technologists, designers, economists, and storytellers who build tools that make complexity navigable. If you're looking to boost competitiveness, improve transparency, or strengthen regional development with better data—we're ready to collaborate.
Let’s build a smarter, more connected future—together.