ICx Radiation’s Sustaining Leadership in Technology Implementation and Product Development

Year
2010
Author(s)
Jeffrey W. Perkins - ICx Radiation
Abstract
ICx Radiation strives to be a world leader in development of advanced products that utilize the latest technologies. We work to provide the most sensitive and accurate medium resolution measurements for gamma ray detection on the market today. This goal cannot be accomplished without the innovation and collaboration of individuals throughout our company and the rest of the industry. Individuals working at ICx Radiation come from diverse backgrounds, but all possess innovative thinking and a desire to help protect the world from the potential threat of radioactive material. These employees vary in age, with the younger employees contributing much of the innovative, “out of the box” ideas and approaches while striking a balance with the older, seasoned, experienced personnel of the team. ICx Radiation actively seeks these remarkable individuals throughout the world with employees from various regions of the globe. As I explain our process of developing a new product or technology, I will highlight some of the younger individuals, including myself, and our role in the development process. I will discuss our company’s effort to expose these younger employees into industry discussions. This allows them to gain the experience available from the abundance of experienced individuals in the field, as well as provide the own new, unique prospective. This process of cooperative efforts is the driving force needed to tackle ongoing and future challenges in the Safeguards industry today. ICx Radiation values the importance of involving the younger generation to prepare them for duties they will face down the road. This ensures continuous transition when older employees retire and ensures our companies continued success. An organization like “The Next Generation Safeguards Professional Network” provide an crucial focus on incorporating and creating new technologies while implementing the experience that has been passed down to us. This is essential as the leadership baton is passed onwards through the industry.