The Problem: TANF Data Exists – But Insight Doesn't

Current Challenges

  • Data is fragmented across states, agencies, and systems
  • Reports are retrospective, disconnected and hard to act on
  • Limited access to comprehensive historical data hinders planning and oversight
  • Data literacy gaps across staff, management, analysts and compliance
TANF KPI dashboards collage
Interactive Demographics, KPIs, Time, and Cohort Analytics.
StakeholderKey ChallengesWhat They Need
CaseworkerLimited visibility into client history; churn riskCohort-aware dashboards and demographic alerts
Analyst / ResearcherFragmented datasets; no policy simulation toolingSynthetic + real-time data for what-if modeling
Program DirectorNo early warnings for performance or funding gapsSmart KPIs with time trends and drilldowns
Legislator / OversightLimited evidence for what works or ROIImpact narratives, cost-benefit projections, equity lens

Sigmoid Nexus: Powers Up Smarter TANF Decision-Making

Built by TANF experts with decades of statistical modeling experience. Production-grade analytics that turn fragmented data into clear, actionable insights.

Domain Expertise That Matters

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TANF Program Expertise

20+ years analyzing welfare‑to‑work programs, state policy variations, and federal compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.

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Advanced Statistical Modeling

Expertise in econometrics, causal inference, and synthetic data generation with privacy-preserving techniques.

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Government Technology

Proven deployments in public sector environments meeting security and compliance requirements.

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Advanced Synthetic Data Engine

  • Microsimulation models calibrated to state‑specific demographics
  • Velocity‑aware allocation algorithms for realistic case flows
  • Privacy‑preserving synthesis with statistical fidelity
  • Configurable assignment rules via YAML‑based policy engine

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Real‑Time Analytics Infrastructure

  • Attention to performance optimization in each phase of the ETL and visualization pipeline
  • Time‑series analytics with out‑of‑the‑box intelligence
  • Cohort tracking with entry/exit/active perspectives
  • Cross‑demographic drill‑downs with smart narratives

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Policy Simulation Framework

  • SME driven deep-dive research of sanctions frameworks across states
  • What‑if analysis for interventions and budgets
  • Model economic downturn scenarios with configurable stress-test parameters
  • Role‑based views to align multi‑stakeholder decisions

What Makes Sigmoid Nexus Different

Domain‑First Design

Purpose‑built for TANF—unlike generic BI tools adapted to welfare programs.

Statistical Rigor

Research‑grade methodology with peer‑reviewed synthetic‑data techniques.

Multi‑Level Intelligence

From caseworker alerts to congressional briefings—one platform, many views.

Rapid Deployment

State‑specific configuration in weeks, bootstrapped via synthetic data.

Production‑Grade Technical Architecture

Data Processing

Python/Pandas, NumPy scientific stack

Modeling Engine

Scikit‑learn, SciPy for statistical ops

Configuration

YAML policy rules, state parameters

Visualization

Interactive dashboards with drill‑downs

Security

Government‑grade protection & access control

Integration

API‑first design for state systems

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Schedule a technical deep‑dive to explore our modeling methodology, synthetic‑data capabilities, and state‑specific configuration options.

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Sigmoid Nexus: Underlying Architecture

Backend

  • Synthetic generator
  • Assignment rules
  • Cohort engine
  • Scenario modeling

Frontend

  • Smart dashboards
  • Demographic drilldowns
  • Intervention analysis
  • Interactive visualizations

Plug & Play

  • State‑specific synthetic data
  • Fast adoption & ramp‑up
  • Policy rules integration
  • Geographic distributions
  • State vs Federal indicators

Core Modules: Everything you need, all‑in‑one place

Dashboard Summary

  • Overview across FFYs on 8 topline metrics and subgroup performance
  • Interactive cross‑dimension analysis with time/drill filters
  • Drill across demographics, trends, work‑activity outcomes and KPI
Dashboard summary overview
Demographics/Program Performance Summary.

KPI Dashboard & Scenario Planners

  • Explore WPR, CRC with internal drivers and outcome impacts
  • Configurable what‑if simulators + smart narratives
  • Projections across key metrics, spend, caseloads and gaps
Scenario planner with smart narratives
Scenario planning with narratives and projections.

Time & Cohort Analysis

  • OOTB time intelligence analysis and reports with customizable outcome windows
  • Entry/Exit/Active analysis across key metrics and smart narratives
  • Cohort comparisons across key metrics and deep cross‑demo segments
Time/Cohort Analysis with smart narratives
Time/Cohort Analysis with time perspectives.

Workforce & Regional Analysis

  • Blends statistical analysis with policy & environmental context

Sigmoid Nexus: Use Cases

Crisis Response at Scale

Stakeholders: Analysts, TANF Directors, Legislative Advisors, Operations & Workforce

Crisis response scenario planning
Stress‑test policy choices across WPR, CRC, and spend.

The Challenge

Key Question: Implementing policies during an economic downturn

  • Who and how will be impacted?
  • What happens to WPR%, CRC% and churn?
  • Austerity vs. expansion trade‑offs
  • What investments counter the shock?

How Sigmoid Nexus Helps

  • Scenario simulator shows key metrics instantly
  • Smart narratives guide strategy and resource use
  • Highlights vulnerable demographic subgroups
  • Aligns frontline ↔ program leadership ↔ legislature

Cohort Performance Investigation

Stakeholders: Evaluators, Researchers, Compliance, Management, BLR, Caseworkers

Cohort comparison visuals
Cohort comparisons with demographic drilldowns.

The Challenge

Question: April 2024 entry cohort shows a 17‑point decline in employment at closure vs April 2022.

How Sigmoid Nexus Helps

  • Configure cohorts by time and intervention
  • Smart narratives add context & optimization guidance
  • Targeting cues for caseworkers & program managers

Who We Serve

Caseworkers

Client‑level history, cohort awareness, and early‑warning alerts.

Analysts & Researchers

Privacy‑safe synthetic datasets + what‑if modeling sandbox.

Program Directors

Smart KPIs, fiscal outlooks, intervention impact narratives.

Legislators & Oversight

Evidence of ROI, equity analysis, and scenario projections.

Partner with Us

Become a Pilot Agency

  • Deploy Sigmoid Nexus in your program office
  • Run simulations, analyze trends, test interventions
  • Gain data‑driven insights within weeks

Research Partnership

  • Collaborate on advanced analytics and modeling
  • Access synthetic data for privacy‑safe research
  • Contribute to evidence‑based policy

Schedule a Live Demo

  • See the platform in action with real scenarios
  • Explore state‑specific configurations
  • Discuss implementation for your jurisdiction
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