From pilot to BAU: what went right? what went wrong?

19 May 2026
Innovation Lounge

Deploying and scaling innovation is never straightforward challenges range from securing stakeholder buy-in to adapting solutions for wider rollout. This interactive Q&A session will cover:

  • How to turn a successful trial into a business-as-usual solution
  • The importance of prioritising genuine problems not innovation for innovations sake
  • The value in engaging with stakeholders early and often to overcome the valley of death

Facilitator
Matt Hastings - Ideaonomy

Panel
Chris Rison, Head of Smart Network - Cadent
Chris Bolt, Innovation Portfolio Manager - Northumbrian Water Group

Chairperson
Matt Hastings
Matt Hastings - Ideaonomy
Speakers
Chris Rison
Chris Rison, Head of Smart Network - Cadent
Chris Bolt
Chris Bolt, Innovation Portfolio Manager - Northumbrian Water