Next Agents

Next Agents is a consulting and learning organization focused on bringing innovation and sustainability together to create value for people and the planet. It helps organizations understand their current capabilities, set a shared direction, and turn sustainability opportunities into practical innovation.

Its consulting services include the Sustainability-driven Innovation Matrix, which supports organizational alignment and helps identify potential for value creation; structured idea-to-market processes for evaluating and developing ideas; and innovation management systems based on ISO 56002. Next Agents also offers Rapid Learning Cycles, an agile framework for physical product development intended to reduce late design changes, unexpected problems, delays, and costs.

Beyond consulting, Next Agents runs initiatives that connect people working on innovation and sustainability, including Global Green Action Day, training, boards, an impact forum, and a toolbox. Its programs and resources also address responsible AI leadership and board oversight, including guidance for directors and executives seeking to manage AI capabilities, risks, and opportunities.