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MilTech and the Modernising Defence Programme

Modernising Defence Programme Announcement

UK Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson MP announced the creation of the Modernising Defence Programme (MDP) inquiry to Parliament in January 2018. The MDP separated out from the National Security Capability Review (NSCR)1 and its scope covers 4 key strands of defence capability. Three of the strands are reviewing “organisation, efficiency management and business and commercial practices in the Ministry of Defence (MoD).”2 The forth strand is reviewing the structure of UK military forces. What are the emerging recommendations and areas of opportunity for MilTech innovators? Continue reading “MilTech and the Modernising Defence Programme”

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Innovators Defining the Future of Interim Management Recruitment

Interim Management Recruitment ‘norms’ are changing [R1]. Demand for interims is rising as traditional permanent employment models are replaced. There is an increasing need to source interim management talent at pace and to intelligently qualify and contract with high calibre candidates. Entrepreneurship is booming and innovation in the recruitment industry is accelerating [R2]. How is the recruitment market responding to these shifting employment demands for interim talent? Can lead times and margins (often ranging from 20 to 25% [R3]) be improved and how will the market segmentation and focus change? Continue reading “Innovators Defining the Future of Interim Management Recruitment”

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Crowdsourcing the Search for Malaysia Airlines flight 370

MALAYSIA AIRLINES flight 370 disappeared in mysterious circumstances. Malaysian authorities are presiding over a spiralling public relations disaster. The tragic loss of passengers and crew is exacerbated by seemingly inaccurate and untimely information. As the search widens, could Crowdsourcing using the internet help solve the mystery of the disappearance of flight 370? Continue reading “Crowdsourcing the Search for Malaysia Airlines flight 370”

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NASA’s SBIR Program Encourages Small Business Innovation

NASA, the US Space Agency has selected 108 research and tech proposals from American small businesses, representing a spend of approximately $87 million across 99 companies in 26 states. NASA has entered contract negotiations through its Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program for Phase II development. SBIR aims to deliver innovation into NASA’s space exploration programme through engagement with American small businesses. The program focuses on applying innovation to both future NASA missions and high-tech challenges on Earth. Continue reading “NASA’s SBIR Program Encourages Small Business Innovation”

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Tech City Croydon: London’s Fastest Growing Tech Cluster

LONDON is a major innovation centre and for a number of years Tech City (aka Silicon Roundabout) has been the dominant London Tech Cluster. With rising prices and increased competition for office space in Shoreditch, tech and media start-ups are being attracted south. Croydon in South London is rolling our superfast broadband and offering tax incentives to tech entrepreneurs. Tech City Croydon is now the fastest growing Tech Cluster in London. Continue reading “Tech City Croydon: London’s Fastest Growing Tech Cluster”

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European Innovation: Barcelona is Smart City Frontrunner

BARCELONA is tipped to win the European Capital of Innovation Award. The €500k  iCapital prize is awarded by the European Commission. The prize rewards innovation within Europe and provides funding for high potential projects. It recognises Smart City innovation and encourages its development and the sharing of ideas across member states. Continue reading “European Innovation: Barcelona is Smart City Frontrunner”