The PIE Principle

A simple, effective framework for digital transformation: Prototype, Implement, Evaluate. Then repeat.

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Overview

At All New Consulting, we understand that venturing into digital transformation can feel overwhelming. Many companies dip their toes into the water with a pilot project or two, only to see momentum falter.

Our PIE Principle is a straightforward, cyclical approach designed to keep you moving forward. It breaks down the digital transformation journey into a continuous cycle: prototype, implement, evaluate.

Prototype

Start small with a focused, low-risk pilot project that lets you test new ideas quickly. Our approach helps you identify promising opportunities and gain real-world insights without committing significant resources upfront.

For an example of this, check out our open-source tool for monitoring machine utilisation, OpenMachineMonitoring; the perfect low-risk first step into digital transformation.

Key Activities

  • Identify areas suitable for digital transformation
  • Plan and create proof-of-concepts
  • Gather and analyse feedback from trials and user tests
  • Plan out what a wider rollout would look like

Implement

It's important to maintain the momentum from successful prototypes and proof-of-concepts. Implementation focuses on scalability, reliability, and integration with existing processes.

Key Activities

  • Scale successful prototypes
  • Integrate with existing systems
  • Train users and any support staff
  • Document processes
  • Establish monitoring

Evaluate

Continuous improvement is at the heart of digital transformation. We work with you to assess performance, measure impact, and uncover new areas for innovation. This feedback drives the next cycle of prototypes, ensuring that your digital projects remain agile, adaptive, and effective.

Key Activities

  • Collect performance metrics
  • Gather user feedback
  • Analyse return on investment (ROI)
  • Identify areas for improvement
  • Plan next iteration

Momentum

For many companies, the challenge isn't just getting started, it's sustaining progress. The PIE Principle is designed to:

  • Prevent the stagnation that often follows initial pilot projects.
  • Create a consistent cycle of innovation and improvement.
  • Help and encourage engineers and teams to champion digital initiatives within their organisations.

With this iterative process, digital transformation is no longer a one-off, quickly-forgotten project but an ongoing strategic advantage!

Are you ready?

Let's talk about how the PIE Principle can help you overcome digital inertia and drive real change in your operations.

Arrange a call with us to discuss your challenges and discover how we can support your digital transformation journey.

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