Creative minds generate the ideas that drive businesses forward, but…

Innovation begins and ends with leadership.

In addition to his management consulting and turnaround work, Ned provides leadership on technical programs and is a first call resource when challenging technical problems. In many cases a technical problem or technical blind spots can contribute to wasted money, lost opportunity, and great frustration. 90% of the time technical roadblocks can be alleviated or circumvented with the right approach. An external viewpoint with no vested interest in the history or future of a program can often avoid millions in wasted money.

Ned’s basic innovation philosophy

  • Choose the destination and draw the map before you start
  • Put the Miracle first
  • Review infrequently, let people do what they do best, then widely and thoroughly using the best possible reviewers
  • Don’t be afraid to change direction, but don’t do it every day.

Before you start

Ned can help you put together an aggressive, but do-able plan and schedule, including:

  • Product definition
  • Program plan and schedule
  • Resource, expertise, and cost estimates and sensitivity analysis
  • Risk management plan

Before the next big investment

Ned offers quick reviews of business, technical, and management plans to identify potential missing elements or blind spots.

When you are frustrated

Call Ned for assistance in putting together a cohesive recovery plan.

When you have a difficult and complex problem that you can’t solve

Ned has helped many businesses make “diving catches” under difficult circumstances.

Contact Ned