The development of a new company, product, or market needs great care and attention to detail. Minimising risks and ensuring that the critical elements are in place is essential. Yet the risks can seem overwhelming.
An impartial situation analysis is the starting point for making change. With unemotional, pragmatic appraisal of a project’s potential, valuable opportunities can be identified and capital invested only on viable projects. With the clarity of professional detachment, the right analysis will illuminate the strengths and weaknesses of a project. From there, a sound strategy can transform a proposal into a complete implementation plan to attract the dollars for growth.
The key is selecting the right project partners.
LATEST NEWS
Robert Weller has satisfied the Federal Council of the Institute of Management Consultants concerning qualifications and professional competency and therefore in accordance with the by-laws of the institute was authorised to use the designation CMC Certified Management Consultant.
The Institute of Management Consultants in Australia (IMC), as a member of the International Council of Management Consulting Institutes (ICMCI), confers the internationally recognized qualification of Certified Management Consultant (CMC).
The ICMCI has Non Government Organisation status and this status flows to Robert Weller as a CMC. There are approximately 10,000 to 12,000 CMC designated consultants world-wide
LATEST GRANTS & INCENTIVES
1. GrantsLINK – improved website
“GrantsLINK makes it easier to find suitable and relevant grants for your community projects from the many Australian government grants that are available.
Technical aspects of GrantsLINK are managed by the Australian Government Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government. Information on grants is provided by relevant portfolio agencies and Government departments.
All feedback is welcomed. We will attempt to answer queries within two working days. Any information submitted via our feedback form may be used to improve the service.
The information submitted may be passed on to the government agency responsible for providing the relevant service.
Please refer to our FAQs regarding information about possible linkage of your programs and services to GrantsLINK.”
2. Clothing and Household Textile Building Innovative Capability scheme (BIC scheme)
http://www.ausindustry.gov.au/Manufacturing/TextilesClothingandFootwear
TCF/BICProgram/Pages/BICProgram.aspx
“Status: The Clothing and Household Textile (Building Innovative Capability) scheme ("BIC scheme") replaces the TCF Post-2005 (SIP) scheme from the 2010/2011 program year.
Description: The $112.5 million BIC scheme is aimed at fostering the development of a sustainable and internationally competitive clothing and household textile manufacturing and design industry in Australia, by providing incentives to promote innovation and associated investment.
An entity intending to make a claim for grants for the 2010/11 program year under the BIC scheme must apply to be registered before 1 July 2010. The Application for Registration and the Guide to Eligibility and Registration for the BIC scheme are available through the relevant links below.
If you have any queries relating to your eligibility under the new BIC scheme or any other queries please call your Customer Service Manager or the AusIndustry hotline on 13 28 46.”
3. Senator the Hon Kim Carr: Press Release 04 Jan 2010
COMMERCIALISATION AUSTRALIA ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Commercialisation Australia – the Rudd Government’s $196 million radical new support initiative for home-grown innovation – is now open to receive applications. “I call on all innovators wishing to bring their product to the marketplace to apply for tailored, hands-on assistance from Commercialisation Australia,” said Senator Kim Carr, Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science, and Research.
“The first step for potential applicants is to visit the new Commercialisation Australia website and fill-in a pre-application checklist. “ Commercialisation Australia is a merit-based, competitive assistance program and will support applications with the strongest commercial potential. “It has a broad national reach with case managers based in states and territories across Australia offering tailored advice to successful applicants. “ There is no deadline for submitting an application to Commercialisation Australia. Innovators can now access assistance when they need it. “Bridging the gap between research and successful commercial reality can be difficult“. From today, Commercialisation Australia will work to facilitate this critical process and support high-wage, high-skill local jobs.”
Commercialisation Australia will assist researchers, entrepreneurs and innovative firms to commercialise their ideas, offering grants on a co-contribution basis including:
· Up to $50,000 to pay for specialist advice and services;
· Up to $200,000 over two years to engage experienced executives;
· Proof of Concept grants up to $250,000 to test the commercial viability of a new
product, process or service; and
· Early Stage Commercialisation repayable grants up to $2 million to develop a new product, process or service to the stage where it can be taken to market.
The pre-application checklist, details on eligibility and merit criteria can be found at www.commercialisationaustralia.gov.au or by calling the Commercialisation Australia Hotline on 13 22 56.
For technical support call Robert Weller on 0408 352 494
4. The Federal Department of Innovation, Industry, Science, and Research announce Enterprise Connect.
Enterprise Connect is $200 million of support to Australian manufacturers with a turnover from $2 million to $100 million.
It aims to help them to become more innovative, efficient, and competitive.
Enterprise Connect comprises two components:
• Manufacturing Centres
• Innovation Centres
A FREE and comprehensive Review is the first level of service offered through Enterprise Connect. Skilled and experienced Business Advisers carry out Business Reviews on-site at firm's premises.
You can learn more by contacting Enterprise Connect who can put you in touch with your nearest State Office, Partner Organisations, and Business Advisers.
Call the Enterprise Connect Hotline between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm (AEST) on 131 791 (Australian callers only) or email: enterpriseconnect@innovation.gov.au
Robert Weller & Associates is an approved Tailored Advisory Service provider and is capable of assisting you to implement the free Business Review recommendations made by your Business Adviser.
DID YOU KNOW?
The Institute of Management Consultants
Management Consultants play a crucial role in the development of Australian organisations. By providing advice and assistance, consultants aid industry in determining and achieving their objectives. The Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) is the professional body representing management consultants in Australia. The Institute's mission is to represent and promote the management consulting profession, set and maintain internationally recognised standards and develop members. Upon joining the Institute, members agree to abide by the Institute's Code of Professional Conduct.
http://www.imc.org.au/html/s01_home/home.asp
The GMAA is the nationally recognised Professional Association for graduates having MBA, DBA and other postgraduate business management qualifications in Australia.
http://www.gmaa.asn.au/