The company supplies camera support products for international TV broadcasting, film and photographic markets. Contracted to immediately cover vacant Robotics Business Unit Director position, review the business, its markets, processes and people and recommend the future strategy and organisation
Quickly assumed responsibility for the world wide robotics business (40% growth in 2008). Led a core team of 35 people involved in sales, marketing, product management and development, systems installation and customer service and support. Improved business processes to quickly close down issues, install systems on-time, improve cash collection and introduce new robotics products. Became member of the Key Management Team of the larger £130m Broadcasting Systems Division.
Restructured the robotics team to provide clear focus and accountability and recruited a new Commercial Manager, an NPD programme manager and the new Head of Robotics.