Hi, I’m Bob Thompson
Founder of Ideas-Shared
Procurement & Operational Transformation Specialist (MCIPS)
I created Ideas-Shared (with Ivar Ingimarsson) to provide a practical way for people and organisations to turn ambition into coordinated action and measurable progress.
Alongside developing Ideas-Shared, I continue to work professionally as a procurement and transformation specialist, supporting organisations to improve performance, reduce cost, and deliver complex change. My work has spanned operational, transformation, and procurement environments where delivery and measurable outcomes matter. Connect with me on LinkedIn or find me on Brainz.
About Me
I’ve spent over three decades working across operational, logistics, procurement, and transformation environments in both public and private sectors.
My background includes:
Military service in logistics and supply
Senior procurement and transformation roles
Advisory and consultancy work across multiple sectors
Hands-on operational delivery in complex environments
This combination of strategic and practical experience led me to design Ideas-Shared as a structured system for coordinated action and measurable outcomes.
It is grounded in real-world operational experience rather than theory.
Why Ideas-Shared Exists
Across organisations and society, I repeatedly saw the same pattern:
good ideas
capable people
strong intentions
but limited coordination and follow-through.
Ideas-Shared was created to provide a simple, structured way for individuals, groups, and organisations to work together more effectively and deliver meaningful progress.
It is designed to be practical, neutral, and accessible to anyone who wants to turn intention into real results.
My Work Today
My time is currently focused on:
Developing the Ideas-Shared global platform and Innovation Hub model
Supporting organisations through procurement and operational transformation work
Building partnerships and real-world applications of the Ideas-Shared system
I remain committed to creating practical systems that help people and organisations move from intention to delivery.
Explore Ideas-Shared
If you’re interested in the Ideas-Shared approach, you can explore it directly:
Visit the global platform
Learn about Innovation Hubs for organisations
Download the introductory guide
A Simple Philosophy
Real progress happens when people coordinate action around what matters and follow through to completion.
Systems don’t replace people.
They simply make meaningful progress easier to achieve, because when coordination improves, outcomes improve.