Analyzing trends
We analyze trends and developments in science and business, and make the results a basis for the planning of R & D programs and organizations that aim at economically valuable innovations.
- Strategic and economic evaluation of science and business developments/trends
- Due Dilligence processes
Planning of research programs
We provide strategic and operational planning of research programs and research projects.
- Strategy development: strategic goals, analysis of competitive environment, SWOT analysis, strategic initiatives, action points
- Operational planning: resources, milestones, deliveries, timelines, controlling, reporting
Planning of R & D organizations
We advise on planning, building up or re-structuring of research organizations, in order to reach strategic goals in R & D.
- Analysis of resource and infrastructural needs, including personnel
- Adjustment to given framework conditions
- Proposal of organizational structures
- Building interdisciplinary teams
PPP and cooperations
We support and mediate the establishment and management of public-private partnerships and of cooperations between companies.
- Identifying mutually beneficial fields for cooperation
- Finding cooperation partners
- Building interdisciplinary partnerships
- Contract negotiation
- Cooperation/project management
Technology transfer
We facilitate successful technology transfer.
- Identifying research results and technologies with relevance for the development of novel products and processes in industry
- Finding licensees and licensors
- Contract negotiations
Funding research programs
We assist in securing the funding of research programs and projects.
- Identifying opportunities for external funding
- Application for external funding
Start-ups
We work with start-up founders.
- Identifying research results or technologies with potential for foundation of start-ups
- Building foundation teams
- Development of business plans
- Finding partners
- Financing
Career planning
We coach in professional career planning.
- Profiling of personal capabilities and interests
- Identifying career opportunities
- Support in job application
- Support in professional change processes
- Marketing of scientists
Science communication
We mediate public and political outreach programs.
- Identifying target groups and partners
- Design of concepts and messages
- Supporting meetings and presentations