Louisiana Lottery Corporation

Advanced Data Analytics for State Lottery Programs

Proven across instant game design, prize optimization, pricing strategy, and logistics efficiency

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Vinformatix has partnered with the Louisiana Lottery Corporation on five analytics engagements since 2023, delivering data-driven models and strategic tools that optimize instant game design, prize structures, pricing strategy, and logistics operations - driving stronger player engagement, increased sales, and greater transfers to the State.

5 Completed Contracts
10+ Years of Data Analyzed
$63K Est. Annual Savings per
$1M in Shipping cost
Project 01
Prize Elasticity of Demand Model
Phase I:Jan - May 2023 Phase II:May - Jul 2024

Built a multivariate Generalized Linear Model (GLM) to determine optimal prize payout for instant games, calibrated with macroeconomic data and validated through extensive sensitivity analysis.

  • Day-, game-, and retailer-level data modeling
  • Macroeconomic integration for real-world accuracy
  • Supports financial forecasting and K-12 education transfers

Validated PED model + dynamic optimizer tool for continuous payout calibration as conditions fluctuate

Project 02
PED Model - Price Point Optimization
Jul - Dec 2023

Expanded the existing PED model to quantify how demand elasticity and consumer purchasing behavior shift across varying lottery game price points, enabling more confident pricing strategy.

  • Price-specific elasticity estimates by game tier
  • Consumer behavior patterns across price changes
  • Informs game introduction and price adjustment decisions

Enhanced PED model that quantifies prize elasticity and consumer behavior shifts by price point

Project 03
Prize Structure Insights Report
Oct 2024 - Apr 2025

Developed a comprehensive report guiding future instant game design based on historical sales and prize redemption data - aligning game structures with proven player preferences to drive engagement and revenue.

  • Sales Performance Indicator for top-game identification
  • Validation Rate analysis across prize values
  • Player behavior insights including free ticket response

Prize Structure Insights Report with ranked prize value guidance and game design framework

Project 04
Instant Ticket Shipping Analysis & Optimization
Feb - Jun 2026

Identified cost-saving opportunities in instant ticket shipping operations by defining two efficiency metrics, pinpointing the highest-cost package types, and developing prioritized implementation strategies.

  • Two proprietary shipping efficiency metrics for ongoing measurement
  • Targeted analysis of highest-cost package types
  • Workload balancing recommendations for logistics operations

Shipping Efficiency Report with defined metrics, identified inefficiencies, and actionable strategies