Project Description

Forsta Varme partnered with Bronson to develop a modern data strategy that could scale with its rapid growth in advanced materials research and instrumentation.

As a global leader in thermophysical analysis tools, Forsta Varme generates high volumes of proprietary measurement data that hold significant scientific and commercial value. With an expanding IP portfolio and client base, the company needed clear visibility into its data landscape, a governance model that supported innovation, and compliance guidance that would not disrupt research agility.

Bronson helped translate these goals into a tailored enterprise data strategy, equipping Forsta Varme with frameworks to manage, protect, and commercialize its information assets with confidence.

Business Challenge

Forsta Varme's unique instrumentation and IP assets positioned the company at the cutting edge of materials science — but their internal data systems and processes hadn't scaled at the same pace. Without a centralized data strategy, leadership lacked visibility into where critical data lived, how it was used, and how it could be protected or monetized.

Key challenges included:

• Navigating regulatory and licensing considerations for proprietary measurement data.
• Establishing roles and responsibilities for data ownership, stewardship, and risk management.
• Maintaining operational excellence while ensuring future readiness for compliance standards like SOC 2.
• Strengthening the business case for R&D investments through better cost oversight and data transparency.

Forsta Varme needed a practical roadmap to bridge scientific research with enterprise-grade data governance — without slowing down innovation.

Our Solution and Outcome

Bronson took a collaborative and iterative approach, combining hands-on advisory sessions with in-depth research and co-creation of tools. Working directly with stakeholders across research, operations, and leadership teams, we focused on building a strategy that was actionable, aligned with business goals, and responsive to the company's fast-evolving needs.

Key deliverables included:

• Data Maturity Assessment – An evaluation of current data practices, capabilities, and pain points, resulting in a clear roadmap for improvement.
• Conceptual Data Map – A visual representation of business domains, data flows, ownership roles, and security tiers to support strategic alignment and accountability.
• Data Licensing Research – A summary of relevant regulatory landscapes and guidance for compliant IP licensing and protection.
• Templates and Compliance Tools – Scalable tools for equipment maintenance, research cost tracking, and operational oversight, alongside foundational guidance on SOC 2 controls to support future regulatory readiness.

With Bronson's support, Forsta Varme gained a cohesive and forward-looking data strategy grounded in business value. The company now has:

• Strategic clarity around data governance and IP protection.
• Improved visibility and accountability across research and operational domains.
• Tools to support compliant commercialization, from licensing to security assurance.
• Scalable frameworks to manage cost tracking, equipment reliability, and compliance planning.

These deliverables position Forsta Varme for sustainable growth, enabling them to protect and leverage their data assets while maintaining the scientific integrity that drives their innovation.

This project was led by Daniel Mixture and Martin McGarry.

Daniel Mixture is a Vice President of Management Consulting with over 25 years of experience specializing in data strategy, advanced analytics, and digital transformation. He has had broad exposure to the private and public sectors of Canada and the UK, bringing in strong technical depth paired with an ability to turn complex requirements into scalable, business-ready solutions.

Martin McGarry is a President of Bronson Consulting and has over 20 years of project management and consulting experience within many of the largest and most complex organizations in the world, across a broad range of sectors. His leadership spans data governance, regulatory modernization, and operational design — helping organizations build future-proof systems rooted in strategy and compliance.

Bronson works with science-driven and IP-intensive organizations to align innovation with enterprise strategy. Whether you're scaling research operations or preparing for commercialization, we can help you build the frameworks that support growth, security, and sustainability. Contact us to explore how we can support your transformation.