SciTech Innovation

Helping Science & Technology SMEs Scale with Breakthrough Innovation

About us

At SciTech Innovation, we are dedicated to empowering our clients to achieve transformative growth through innovative solutions, while fostering a dynamic environment that attracts and nurtures exceptional talent.

Our purpose

To drive positive, lasting change by delivering cutting-edge innovation strategies that enable our clients to excel in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Our mission

To equip our clients with the expertise and tools necessary to envision and create the future, fostering a culture of continuous innovation and resilience.

Our core values

Innovation: We champion creativity and forward-thinking, continually seeking novel solutions to complex challenges.
Professionalism: We uphold the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and excellence in all our engagements.
Independent Thought: We foster critical thinking and diverse perspectives, creating an open exchange of ideas.
Ambition: We set bold goals and are committed to achieving impactful outcomes that drive success for our clients and our firm.

Supporting values

Collaboration: We believe in the power of teamwork, leveraging collective expertise to deliver superior results.
Client-Centricity: Our clients' success is our priority; we tailor our approaches to meet their unique needs and objectives.
Agility: We adapt swiftly to changing circumstances, ensuring our strategies remain relevant and effective.
Continuous Learning: We are committed to personal and professional growth, staying abreast of industry trends and advancements.

Our team

At SciTech Innovation, our strength lies in our people. Our team comprises seasoned professionals and associates with diverse backgrounds and a shared passion for innovation.

Justin Wrench

Founder & Principle

With over two decades of experience in technology and innovation consulting, Justin has a proven track record of helping organisations navigate complex transformations. His strategic insights and hands-on approach have been instrumental in driving growth for clients across various industries.

Tim Meehan

Senior Innovation Strategist

Tim brings a wealth of knowledge in emerging technologies and their application in business contexts. His expertise in fostering innovation cultures within organisations has empowered clients to achieve sustainable competitive advantages.

"Justin’s strategic approach to change management transformed our processes, driving significant growth within two years."

"Tim’s expertise as Strategic Consultant was instrumental in driving the company forward, especially on large projects."

"Justin swiftly identifies core issues and delivers results at both strategic and tactical levels, working seamlessly."

Case Study: Scaling Innovation in a Technology-Led SME

Client Overview

A UK-based SME specialising in commercial R&D across multiple sectors, including defence, food processing, waste recycling, and heat transfer technologies. The company sought to refine its strategic direction, enhance internal capabilities, and scale while maintaining its innovative edge.

Challenge

The business had strong technical expertise but lacked a structured approach to scaling its consultancy and commercial operations. Key challenges included:

Unstructured innovation processes leading to inefficiencies.
Limited capability development within teams.
Need for a more strategic approach to market positioning and consultancy expansion.
Maintaining innovation culture while scaling operations.

Solution

Over a number of years, we worked closely with the leadership team to drive transformation across multiple areas:

Strategy Development & Capability Assessment – Conducted in-depth analysis of strengths, market positioning, and growth opportunities.
Restructuring & Competency Building – Introduced competence management systems to develop and retain top talent.
Process & Quality Management – Implemented stage-gate style innovation processes and ISO-aligned management systems to improve project efficiency.
Scaling Consultancy Services – Expanded the consulting division, enabling the company to secure and deliver government-backed business support programmes for innovation.
EU Innovation Collaboration – Engaged in EU-funded innovation programmes, fostering partnerships and knowledge exchange.
Cultural & Mindset Shift – Created a structured approach to balancing core, adjacent, and transformational innovation, ensuring long-term competitiveness.

Results

Turnover growth from ~£1M to £5M+ through strategic expansion.
Significant cultural shift towards structured, scalable innovation.
Stronger talent strategy enabling sustainable growth without stifling creativity.
Enhanced reputation as a leading consultancy in their niche.

Key Takeaways

Scaling doesn’t mean losing agility – By balancing structure and innovation, the business scaled without becoming bureaucratic.
Competency frameworks matter – Investing in structured capability development led to better retention and talent growth.
Process & quality drive efficiency – Implementing innovation and management systems improved both execution speed and client outcomes.

Why businesses struggle with innovation

Many businesses believe innovation is about coming up with new ideas.
Some think working harder will solve their problems.
Others assume they just need to secure grant funding.

But here’s the truth:

Innovation without strategy is just expensive guesswork.
Most companies lack a structured approach to innovation—and it costs them growth.
They are either too risk-averse (missing opportunities) or too scattered (pursuing the wrong bets).

That’s why we have codified what innovation really is—and how to do it effectively.

We work with CEOs, business owners and leadership teams to develop practical, strategic approaches to innovation—without writing long-winded business plans that no one actually follows.

The blueprint: innovation strategy roadmap

We've developed a structured, step-by-step system that any business could follow—a blueprint for transforming innovation into a driver of growth. We help our clients to learn, share, adapt and scale this approach within their businesses.

MASTERING INNOVATION STRATEGY COURSE

How we help clients scale innovation

We founded Sci-Tech Innovation to give science and technology based SMEs the structure, strategy, and execution frameworks they need to:

✅ Cut through the noise – Focus on the right innovation efforts, not just ideas.
✅ Scale innovation strategically – Align it with business goals to drive real growth.
✅ Develop leadership capability – Equip teams to execute and manage change.
✅ Secure funding the right way – Raise investment or grants for strategically aligned projects.

Ways to Work with Us:

Online Course – Learn the full framework at your own pace.
Coaching – Get direct 1-2-1 or team based mentorship to apply it in your business.
Consulting – For businesses that want hands-on support in making innovation work.

Innovation should not be a guessing game. If you’re serious about scaling, let’s talk.

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Transformation: the client experience

Before working with us, many clients feel:

❌ Overwhelmed – Too many ideas, not enough clarity on where to focus.
❌ Frustrated – Spending money on innovation with no clear ROI.
❌ Stagnant – The business is no longer growing as fast as it should.

After working together, they:

✅ Have a clear innovation roadmap – No more scattered projects.
✅ Execute with confidence – Making decisions backed by proven frameworks.
✅ Scale faster & smarter – Because innovation is finally working for them.

If you’ve ever felt like innovation is hit-or-miss, let’s change that.

Why work with us?

We’ve been in the trenches and worked in businesses, not just as consultants.
We focus on execution. No fluff, no “innovation theatre”—just real-world strategies.
We combine strategy with funding expertise. We help execute & get resources.
We make it practical. Innovation isn’t about buzzwords—it’s about delivering results.

We don’t just teach innovation. I help businesses master it.