Innovation Research

Innovation is the creation or introduction of something new. At Noblis, innovation is an essential part of our corporate mission. It allows us to use the best of strategy, technology and the management sciences to address critical problems that our clients are facing, or will face in the future. It also advances our corporate and staff capabilities and furthers our work in the public interest. We conduct applied research to create new knowledge and technological solutions that strengthen the nation in key areas of public interest.

Our innovation research is independent, insightful, and targets your business challenges. It helps you explore new or different approaches to solve problems or tackle challenges. Our capabilities can be used to conduct primary research and develop a new understanding of a particular topic, to supplement your existing staff or knowledge base, or to introduce additional analytical rigor. It can be customized to address specific questions or problems and is available when you need it. We leverage our advanced research methodologies and secure laboratories to solve business, clinical or technology problems for your organization.

Information Management Innovation Research Services exploits Noblis’ applied research capabilities to help you address your business or clinical IM challenges and make the most of evolving technology. Some of our major innovation research service offerings include:

  • Solution Prototyping and Proof of Concept.  We use proof of concept prototypes to demonstrate feasibility, evaluate alternative approaches, and manage risk in support of our clients’ needs. Prototypes can range from developing a framework to finalize decisions and demonstrate value to developing a “working model” or proof of concept.  Project examples include biometric credentialing, medical equipment integration testing, call center load analysis, and network traffic analysis.
  • Custom Research and Analysis. Noblis conducts applied research that can be tailored to solve the complex problems faced by our clients. Custom research and analysis leverages CHI and other Noblis resources to address a number of challenges, such as clinical process issues, technology trends and deployment strategies, peer/competitive analysis, and consumer research.
  • Market Analysis. Noblis applies the expertise of its senior professionals with the rigor of primary or secondary research to conduct market analysis in areas including competitors, vendors, products, and healthcare and technology industry trends.

If you would like information regarding our services, please contact one of our practice professionals or our national headquarters at (703) 610-1500 or (866) 882-9007 or you can e-mail us at HealthInnovation@noblis.org.