Support for R&D and innovation 

R&D strategy and innovation 

Which projects should take priority, and which technology best fits your plans? I help you make informed choices and turn them into a development plan.

• Review your portfolio and current projects.
• Prioritise projects based on business objectives and feasibility.
• Create a roadmap with timelines and decision points.
• Compare technologies and provide a clear rationale for the choice.

Formulation development             

Looking for better flavour or texture, an alternative ingredient or a lower production cost? I assess your formulation alongside the process and the product properties you need.

• Select ingredients and compare alternatives.
• Improve flavour, texture, shelf life and functionality.
• Assess the impact on processing and product quality.
• Weigh up costs and sustainability objectives.

Business development

I help you assess commercial opportunities in light of your business's technical capabilities. I bring together sales and marketing, R&D, production and management.

• Explore opportunities for new products and applications.
• Assess the implications for development and production.
• Agree on priorities and next steps.
• Define roles and responsibilities.

Process development and optimisation 

When process issues arise, I investigate how the formulation, process settings and equipment interact. Together, we identify the changes needed and test their effect.

• Review process steps, from mixing and drying to coating and frying.
• Investigate the causes of deviations and losses.
• Improve product quality and production efficiency.
• Support process changes and their implementation in production.

Product development

From the initial idea through to production, I can guide the full development process or take responsibility for a clearly defined part of it.         

• Define product requirements and draw up a development plan.
• Develop new products and improve existing ones.
• Establish development procedures and oversee trials.
• Support scale-up and the handover to production.                                                      

Interim R&D-management             

Does your team need temporary leadership or additional guidance? I can take on the management of your team, lead a development project or coach team members.

• Help the team with day-to-day decisions and practical challenges.
• Clarify tasks and responsibilities.
• Prioritise projects and monitor progress.
• Support team members in their professional development and collaboration.