When planners are developing coastal flood defences, they have to consider to what height they should build a sea wall so that the probability of flooding over a pre-specified future period is sufficiently small. Reliable estimates can be obtained using a statistical model that incorporates all the processes that affect extreme sea-levels.
read moreCustomer satisfaction surveys are a useful tool for identifying strengths and weaknesses in a business. However, these types of surveys can suffer from a self-selection bias reducing their reliability. Using customer information (such as nationality, age or gender), it is possible to model the probability of a customer responding to a survey and to correct the bias caused by self-selection allowing businesses to better understand customer needs.
read moreDespite the large uncertainties associated with economic conditions, local policy makers have to assess future policy options. Due to the lack of statistical information at a local level, it is necessary to consider sub-regional information in light of more up-to-date regional and national data.
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