Innovative Associates Limited is a new and innovative organisation focused on research and its funding.IAL is committed to the process of continual improvement by challenging clients thinking, practices and capabilities.Stephen Cox, Director of IAL and former Research Manager, was always conscious of making things happen, and developing a research culture that matched both the organisations goals, and those of the researchers involved.Stephen formed the company in response to requests for the development of research administration packages throughout the tertiary education sector.Innovation Associates Ltd offers the skills, networks and innovative practices developed by Stephen over 25 years to tertiary education organizations, high technology companies and intellectual property lawyers requiring support for their clients.IAL also works with innovators and small to medium technology based companies, to help them establish research and development priorities, and identify the best option to advance an idea from concept through to commercialisation.By utilising a reputable development network, an efficient and cost effective process can be established for inventors wanting to carry innovative ideas through to realisation.IAL’s mission is to develop positive relationships with clients and associates.IAL will operate with integrity, confidence and openness, and will respect confidentiality when required.