Widespread use of the R,D&I common framework aids communication and coordination as knowledge develops and solutions progress through RIRLs. Increased sharing of initiatives via the RTS mechanisms gives initiatives cross industry exposure with greater opportunities to connect and establish synergies.

New types of contract and supplier engagement support in line with the new procurement act. Rail Reform presents a significant opportunity to strengthen current incentives and put new, better ones in place.

Planning the journey to adoption and benefit realisation is an integral part of any R,D&I initiatives. This includes consideration of whether the value lays in working toward the roll-out of close to market solutions or pursuing new low RIRL solutions.

Public and private funded R&D investments in research complement each other and are targeted at the types of R,D&I activity that are most appropriate to them. This, together with increased visibility of deployment opportunities and capital investment plans, allow the timely delivery of the new knowledge and solutions industry needs and is ready to act upon.

Organisations  across the industry encourage, support and reward an innovative approach, proactively managing the risk that this generates. Innovation skills are recognised and embraced in the workforce and training supports this.