A Guide to Innovation Processes and Solutions for Government

Dr. Greg McLaughlin is a managing partner at Innovation Processes and Solutions, LLC. He brings a broad set of technical and practical expertise in quality improvement, innovation, and data analysis. Beginning as an analyst, he progressed quickly to director of research at a Fortune 200 company. Refining his skills in continuous quality improvement, he worked for Dr. W. Edwards Deming as instructor/ consultant. Greg authored a book for research and development in organizations (Total Quality in Research and Development, 1995) committed to quality improvement. He was an early adopter of Six Sigma and worked many years as a Six Sigma Senior Master Black Belt, saving organizations over $300 million. Many projects resulted in innovative products and services. His most accomplished skill is in interpreting data and finding a practical application. He can look beyond the numbers to find a solution to complex problems.

Dr. William R. Kennedy is currently a primary managing partner at Innovation Processes and Solutions (IPS) Consulting. He is an award-winning and internationally recognized organizational leader and author with over 30 years experience in the public and private sectors.

Buzz has an extensive background in leadership and management in information technology, defense, and aerospace acquisition, requirements, and program management. He is also considered a subject matter expert in strategy and innovation development, manufacturing and production, reliability-centered maintenance, Lean manufacturing, logistics and supply chain management, and training program development, design, and instruction.