Adelard, part of NCC Group, brings over 35 years of experience in systems assurance engineering to help organisations develop dependable, high-integrity systems. We enable organisations to recognise and proactively manage risk – ensuring functional and operational safety for safety-critical systems and dependable performance for innovative technology solutions where reliability is essential.
Our evidence-based approach integrates safety, cyber security, and human factors to manage complexity, ensure compliance, and build trust across the entire system lifecycle – from concept to post-deployment.
Our capabilities
Advisory
Consulting
We have wide-ranging experience of assessing the safety, security and resilience of complex systems and components. Our work spans multiple domains, partnering with government departments, regulatory authorities, and critical infrastructure operators. Our diverse team combine broad industry insight with deep technical expertise, enabling system assurance across diverse sectors and operational environments.
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Technology
ASCE software
Our industry leading tool for the creation, management and communication of safety, security, assurance, and compliance cases. ASCE streamlines the organisation and presentation of assurance information and the supporting evidence, making regulatory compliance and outcome-based assurance easier, accessible, efficient and cost-effective.
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Enablement
Training
We offer a portfolio of training courses covering assurance methodologies, safety culture, the integration of safety and security principles, and more. Our programmes enable organisations to adopt systematic, evidence-based, and holistic approach to risk management, strengthening governance, compliance, and operational resilience. We also provide customised training tailored to individual organisation’s needs.
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Assurance that powers progress with confidence
As industries become increasingly connected, automated, and AI-driven, the integrity and resilience of digital systems have become foundational to economic stability, societal function, and individual wellbeing. These systems are no longer isolated technical constructs – they are complex, interconnected ecosystems of people, technologies, and environments. To ensure their reliability and resilience, they must be understood, designed, and managed holistically.
Partner with Adelard to build resilient systems that are ready to respond to the changing world.
Certified for excellence
All our activities are delivered under our Quality Management System certified to BS EN ISO 9001:2015. Our QMS specifically covers our consultancy, research, training activities as well as the design, development, and evaluation of software in safety-related application areas.