CNA's objective, empirical research and analysis helps decision makers develop sound policies, make better-informed decisions, and manage programs more effectively. We take a multi-disciplinary, field-based "real world" approach to our work, and provide public-sector organizations with the tools they need to tackle the complex challenges of making government more efficient and keeping our country safe and strong.
A non profit research organization operating for the Center for Naval Analysis as well as the Institute for Public Research, CNA’s approach is a modern iteration of Isaac Newton’s perception that direct observation of events and people increases one’s understanding of complex dynamic processes.
350 researchers and 45 analysts and more make up CNA to date. These employees either in groups or individually are active in their communities by assisting those in need. CNA also takes part of many charity programs and organizations.
The Center for Naval Analysis and the Institute for Public Research are 2 major operating components of CNA. Research and analysis support are provided to the US Navy and other Departments of Defense components via the Center for Naval Analyses contract – a federally Funded Research and Development Center. CNA also provides support to other federal government agencies, state and local governments, foundations and others via the institute for Public Research.
CNA with more than 750 employees is located at 4825 Mark Center Drive in Alexandria, VA 22311. For more information you can contact: 703 – 824 – 2000 
