As the central research body at Unbuilt Labs, we perform an exploratory and evaluative function. All of the activities, observations, and conversations at Unbuilt Labs are synthesized through the Sustainable Innovation Think Tank (SITT).

On a tactical level, SITT distinguishes itself from traditional think tanks in several ways:

1. We understand that policy is only one of the many tools available to change-makers. Our research has a much broader scope, focusing on responding to the drivers behind global changes.

2. We engage a much wider range of stakeholders and draw expertise from industry, academia, as well as popular culture. We bring together a brilliant family of thinkers and creatives to address the most pressing challenges of our time.

3. While long term (5-10 years) macroeconomic trends and forecasts are valuable, we believe the world has gotten significantly more volatile. Early intervention or preventive action requires an understanding of the short (3-6 months) and medium-term (1-2 years) impact of disruptive trends and crises. We specialize in delivering actionable insights within those time-frames.

4. We do more than build theories. With the support of the Ecosystem, we examine ideas in action and receive feedback on our research. We test our information products much like you would with digital products - through rigorous user research and user testing methods.

While we will never be the firm for every project, we always recommend potential clients to reach out regardless to grab a virtual coffee. With our vast network, we will be able to tell you during the first meeting several things:

1. Context: What is the state of the conversation?

2. Problem: What does emerging literature tell us? Is there a root cause to the challenge you missed?

3. Method: Does expertise within this area exist? What are the knowledge gaps? Can the challenge be resolved with more knowledge?

4. Results: What are some promising areas to look into? What might it be able to tell us and what are the limitations?

For new business inquiries, please email Advisory@UnbuiltLabs.com. Thank you for your interest!

What are the new ways to create value? How might better governance bring sustainable ideas to market? We are looking for publications that meet several criteria:

1. Use an academic theory to contextualize crises or disruptive trends in a creative way

2. Help formulate an understanding of what good governance and value creation means today

3. Provide clear, actionable insights on governance or value creation

4. Bonus points: if an article is witty or an entertaining read

Crises unfold in real time and we need high quality insights to make informed decisions. We cannot wait until all the information is available before we act - by then it would be too late. We welcome speculative or forward looking perspectives that build on a solid review of existing perspectives.

A cross-disciplinary review panel will review your work prior to publication. This involves consulting not only with experts in your field, but also experts in fields where your research may affect.

To submit a pitch: Email an outline together with a writing sample to pitch@UnbuiltLabs.com. The writing sample can either be an essay you have written in the past, or a paragraph from the piece you intend to publish. We look forward to working with you whether you are a first-time or experienced writer. Please be sure to review more details about the publication process on our page For Authors.