TORIS IS AN INTEGRATED SUITE of databases and analytical computer models focused on the U.S. oil resource. It is designed to facilitate the decision-making process integral to the formulation of governmental policy affecting the upstream petroleum sector. The benefits TORIS brings to this process stem from the ability of the system to provide metrics for a wide range of policy scenarios. Specific applications of the system include: ? Evaluation of alternative tax structures at state and federal levels ? Formulation of optimum royalty structures and related transfer payments ? Evaluation of financial concession terms ? Guidance and prioritization of R&D programs ? Evaluation of technology feasibility ? Cost and benefit analysis of environmental and other regulatory legislation