IoT specialists in the near future . With 30 projects already on the table , the temptation to press full steam ahead must be there , though Payen exercises sensible caution at this early stage .
“ We have an agreed plan of direction with the Head of Technology for the coming months , and it is important to stay focused and understand that the mission of the lab will change over time . Today , we do not have a dedicated portfolio of digital products – over time this will be developed and there will be a need for a team to manage this new portfolio . The lab may have a role to play in this .
“ It is important to stay focused in the near future and not to grow too fast – we must get it right to maintain our leading position in the industry . In two years ’ time I want all parts of the organisation to be on a digital roadmap or path .”