Defining R&D Strategy Roadmap for an Aerospace Manufacturer
Quick Overview
The client, a leading aerospace manufacturer, faced challenges in defining their R&D strategy roadmap. The head of R&D emphasized, “Our rapidly evolving industry demands a precise path forward. The stakes are high; a misstep could be costly.”
Client success details
FutureBridge team analyzed client’s products, competitors’ activity, developments in the aerospace domain, ecosystem players, etc., to identify and prioritize the right themes for client’s R&D investments.
The study scope included the following
- Identification and prioritization of right themes of R&D for the company by understanding their products, clients, competitors and technology developments in the aerospace industry.
- Shortlisting and Advising on the most relevant technological developments to inspire & motivate the inventors and saving their critical time from low quality developments.
Some of the key overarching challenges which were addressed through the concluded engagement (not limiting to) –
 The client achieved up to 40% savings compared to their in-house technology scouting costs, and FutureBridge helped them finish 6 months’ worth of analysis in just 12 weeks. |
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FutureBridge facilitated the client in catching up with the competition by conducting detailed technology scouting exercises, identifying critical challenges, and highlighting highly effective technological solutions for multiple product managers.
FutureBridge experts crafted short and long-term R&D strategies that enabled the client to bridge gaps and become a leader in the aerospace domain. We pinpointed critical challenges for product managers and connected them with key opinion leaders to drive essential work forward. Our expertise empowered the client with:
- Enhanced Efficiency: Collaborating with over 8 product managers, the R&D head, and the CTO, we streamlined information flow, producing high-value research in half the time and at 40% less cost.
- Informed Investment: Our strategic consulting and advisory services enabled the client to make wise investments in high-potential themes, ensuring significant returns.
- Technology Partner Selection: We provided expert guidance in choosing the right technology partners and developing investment theses for drone and autonomous aviation vehicles, ensuring optimal path detection and navigability.
- R&D Leadership: We positioned the client as a frontrunner in the EU aviation industry, showcasing their leadership in innovation.
- Rapid Benchmarking: Our support allowed the client to review over 50 technology themes within a benchmark time of 12 weeks, accelerating their decision-making process.
- Comprehensive Support: From hiring to partnering, we assisted the client with target identification, due diligence, and ongoing support, ensuring seamless integration and execution.
By deeply understanding customer needs, the innovation landscape, and client products, we provided a robust framework for growth.
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