Science & Innovation

Data-Driven Consulting

Science and innovation are fundamental to improving economic, environmental, social and cultural well-being.

With our extensive expertise, knowledge and experience spanning various industries, we are well-equipped to offer evidence-based consulting at the interface of the economy, environment and society, where science and innovation play a fundamental role.

What we do

We offer expertise in:

Strategy and business cases
Evaluations
Data analytics
Economic and market analysis
Financial modelling
Regulatory and cost-benefit analysis.

Examples of our work in Science and Innovation

Review of access to innovation facilities, for the Ministry for Primary Industries and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
This was in the advanced manufacturing, forestry, and food and beverage industries and focused on issues and opportunities of access to public research services and facilities.
Analysis of food and beverage sector collaboration for the Ministry for Primary Industries
An analysis of the opportunities for and barriers to collaboration in New Zealand’s food and beverage sector.
Food and beverage new-to-firm technology adoption for the Ministry for Primary Industries
An option review to incentivise new-to-firm technology adoption among food and beverage firms. Assessment of the likely effectiveness and recommendations.
An integrated approach to research, science and innovation system property assessment for the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
With the client, we identified whether the strategic context for the research system could be used to improve the returns from the proposed Crown Research Institute investment plans. A time-constrained approach was a series of focused workshops with researchers, looking at capabilities and desired proximity. We produced provisional findings for future discussions and suggested an approach for these discussions.
Value of data-driven innovation to New Zealand, for Stats New Zealand
A quantification of the economic value of data-driven innovation in New Zealand to form part of the basis of Stats New Zealand’s Long-term Insights Briefing on data as a driver of national competitive advantage.

We combine intellectual rigour with practical experience to provide trusted data-driven reporting in the field of innovation economics.

Key contacts

David Moore

Managing Director
WELLINGTON
dmoore@thinkSapere.com

David Graham

Managing Director
MELBOURNE
dgraham@thinkSapere.com

William Li

Principal
MELBOURNE
wli@thinkSapere.com

Dr Vijaya Ramamurthy

Some of our recent articles of interest

Staff spotlight – Dr Julius Ohrnberger

Spotlighting Managing Consultant Dr. Julius Ohrnberger, his passion for research, making a difference, and his dream to dine with Kupe, New Zealand’s first Māori explorer.

Setting project and program governance up for success: Sapere’s expert governance guide

Sapere’s Good Governance Guide helps project leaders improve governance by ensuring clear objectives, realistic constraints, effective leadership, risk management, and proper decision-making structures.

Powering the future: Key challenges and insights for New Zealand’s energy market

The article highlights New Zealand’s energy challenges, emphasising the need for secure, reliable electricity amidst decarbonisation, market uncertainty, and regulatory reform to support long-term investment and energy security.

Staff spotlight – Sue Friend

This month we spotlight Sue Friend, a Managing Director in our Forensics team. Sue shares her love of the outdoors and hiking and finds this brings balance to her work at Sapere.

Thinking about utility customer engagement

In this article Dr Richard Tooth examines developments in how regulated utilities engage with their customers, the problem of uninformed respondent bias and other issues.

Sunset review of the regulations for Victorian private health service establishments

Client: Victorian Department of Health

This report analyses proposed changes to Victoria's Health Service Establishment Regulations, focusing on improving clinical governance, safety, and quality. The RIS reviewed the impact of these changes and provided recommendations.

Staff spotlight – Dr Jamie O’Hare

This month, we spotlight Dr Jamie O'Hare, Managing Economist and proud new dad to baby Stirling, as he shares his professional insights and personal joys.

Distilling success for Victorian spirit exports

Client: Agriculture Victoria

The Australian craft distillery sector has grown significantly, with Victoria now having 188 distilleries. Sapere, commissioned by Agriculture Victoria, identified priority markets and developed market entry strategies for Victorian spirit exporters.