Strategic Research and Opportunity Assessment The purpose of Strategic Research is to gain a clear understanding of the institution and its external environment. The Opportunity Assessment connects the results of the Strategic Research in creative ways to identify strategies, programs, and projects that result in quality, distinction, and competitive advantage. Strategic Planning and Positioning STRATUS takes traditional strategic planning to the next level by using the results of Strategic Research and Opportunities to develop institutional initiatives that will provide distinction, attract resources, and create competitive advantage. Creating Distinctive Environments STRATUS helps plan facilities that will take an institution to a higher level, not just provide more space. Funding and Implementation Strategies Helping leaders carry vision to reality is a STRATUS specialty. We help identify funding opportunities to cover estimated costs, and the tactics, timing, and talent needed to realize the initiative.