Advancing the National Response to Missing and Unidentified Persons

Strengthening the Mission to Resolve Missing and Unidentified Persons Cases

Every year, families, investigators, and forensic professionals face the complex challenge of unresolved missing and unidentified persons cases. Addressing this need requires integrated solutions that enhance case management, expand forensic capacity, and modernize the systems supporting justice and resolution.

Understanding the Mission

Current priorities focus on five essential areas:

• Program Leadership & Management: guiding multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality systems, and tracking performance outcomes.

• Case Management & Investigative Support: helping agencies maintain accurate records and connect with forensic expertise.

• Forensic Services: providing anthropology, odontology, DNA analysis, fingerprinting, and forensic genetic genealogy.

• Training & Public Education: equipping participants through specialized learning and awareness initiatives.

• Technology & Data Modernization: improving national systems through secure, scalable infrastructure and advanced analytics.

The scope of this mission reflects a dual responsibility: ensuring service continuity for agencies and families while advancing technical capabilities to meet increasing complexity.

Key Drivers for Success

Several themes define progress across this mission space:

• Data Modernization & Accuracy: maintaining reliable records that evolve with forensic and investigative advancements.

• Nationwide Coordination: supporting law enforcement, medical examiners, scientists, and families through targeted training and engagement.

• Forensic Quality & Accreditation: delivering high-standard laboratory and analytical services.

• Continuity of Operations: ensuring uninterrupted service and active case progress during leadership or provider transitions.

Aligned Capabilities

Our team has extensive experience supporting national programs that combine technology, program management, and interagency coordination. Examples include:

• Data System Modernization: Migrated and secured large-scale databases in cloud environments, enabling advanced analytics and scalable access.

• Program Transition & Continuity: Led seamless transitions of mission-critical programs while improving workflows and outcomes.

• Training & Awareness: Developed education campaigns and instructional modules that improved adoption of updated processes.

• Performance-Driven Program Management: Delivered measurable improvements in efficiency, accountability, and quality assurance.
  

Looking Ahead

Efforts to resolve missing and unidentified persons cases represent an ongoing national priority that unites technical, investigative, and leadership communities. Addressing this challenge requires continued modernization, coordination, and accountability.

With expertise in program leadership, system modernization, and interagency coordination—supported by a proven record of measurable results—our team stands ready to strengthen this mission and ensure it continues to operate as a reliable national resource.