This page illustrates, at a high level, how a TEIM-style approach
differs from standard models. Diagrams and language are conceptual
and will continue to evolve as prototyping advances.
The Problem
Standard Approach
Standard models use county and state boundaries that
don't match tribal jurisdiction. Tribal enterprises get
miscoded — economic impact leaks out
uncounted into surrounding counties and states.
The Solution
TEIM Approach
TEIM's Tribal Enterprise Multiplier captures circular
flow between enterprises, government, programs, and community. The
Reservation Geography Multiplier measures impact at
the right boundaries. Both are being refined through ongoing
prototype work.