Ricardo maintains a position at the forefront of engineering technology, by investing substantially in advanced powertrain and vehicle R&D. We have developed a structured and proven approach to advanced technology development, consisting of four key elements:
Technology Strategy
Technology Roadmaps are used by Ricardo to define the technical direction for both internal and client R+D programme planning.
A robust roadmapping process has been established to develop and validate a vision of future technologies.
Ricardo has applied this process within customer organisations to develop, validate and maintain client specific technology roadmaps.
Together with our Strategic Consulting Division this service can be extended to include definition of strategies for ‘client specific’ technology acquisition.
Technology Selection & Feasibility
Where many possible technology solutions exist, a robust selection process is essential to inform investment decisions.
Ricardo uses benchmarking and quantified parameter studies to select the correct technology combinations for the product and organisational requirements - the right technology for one company is not always right technology for another
Ricardo offer this as a stand-alone service or during the Feasibility Assessment phase of larger projects.
Tools and Processes Development
Deployment of effective Tools and Processes are essential to give both technical understanding and rapid, efficient product development
- Tools for improved product understanding and to guide fundamental change
- Process to allow rapid, efficient development of products
These are often developed in partnership with clients and rolled out to the client organisation to ensure effective, permanent transfer of new
technology. Many such tools can be supplied ‘open source’ to allow continued development by the client.
Technology Development & Demonstration
Ricardo have a proven track record of effective demonstration of advanced technology.
Demonstration projects are performed on behalf of clients, government bodies, or for internal R+D purposes.
Many of our demonstration projects have been performed in partnership with clients, Tier 1’s, sometimes with funding support from UK, European, or US government.
Ricardo are experienced in the co-ordination and commercial management of large collaborative projects of this nature.