About Us
'You can learn more from failure than you can from success'
Valuechain was born from a need to deeply understand the supply chain in order to avoid the effects of volatility. It all started with the first role of Valuechain founder, Tom Dawes. Fresh out of university with a degree in Manufacturing Engineering, he faced many supply chain inefficiencies at his first employer which was an aerospace subcontract machining SME. These were caused by poor planning and control systems, volatile demand forecasts and poor communication from the OEM to the tier 4 level that the company operated at. Sub-tier suppliers also faced similar problems and so, it was clear that the bullwhip effect was in full force in this particular supply chain.
Our Story
Valuechain is a company founded to combat supply chain issues and improve the QCD performance of suppliers. From helping OEMs and SMEs reduce the bullwhip effect of the supply chain, to network management and collaboration, our software helps create supply chain intelligence and feeds into the innovative technologies leading industry 4.0.
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Our collaborative platform analyses real-time ERP data, providing supplier quality, cost and delivery performance insights to customers. The solution is made up of two products, Network Portal and Supplier Portal. While Portal is a data capture, analysis and communication platform for the entirety of the supply chain, Network Portal, on the other hand, simplifies network management and generates member intelligence.
Meet the Team
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Tom Dawes
Chairman
Meet Tom!
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He is a visionary entrepreneur with a PhD in Aerospace Supply Chain Management, has consulted for industry leaders like Airbus. He founded his first manufacturing company in 2003, later launching Fitfactory and Valuechain. Recognized as UK Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Tom advises on UK government digital initiatives and connects with key industry players.
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Tony Guo
Innovation Director
Meet Tony!
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Tony is a finance and technology expert, and he holds an MSc in e-Business (Distinction) and a PhD in Grid Computing. He developed ERP systems for aerospace firms and founded an overseas development centre in Wuhan. As Chief Innovation Officer of Valuechain, Tony continues to lead innovation in manufacturing technology alongside Tom Dawes.
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Kevin Morrison
Finance Manager
Meet Kevin!
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A Part Qualified Management Accountant (CIMA Adv Dip MA) with 25+ years of experience in blue chip investment firms across Europe, he excels in Fund & Investment Accounting, NAV Calculation, and GAAP roles. Skilled in stakeholder management, he also has a passion for global politics, fitness, and spending time with family outdoors.
Anuraag Thakur
UI/UX Designer
Meet Anuraag!
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Anuraag is a UI/UX Designer by day and a dedicated gamer and tech enthusiast by night. His attention to detail, often mistaken for OCD, is the secret to his push for clean, intuitive designs. Just a heads-up: he's a die-hard fan of The Witcher 3 and the Dark Souls series—so maybe avoid giving him a reason to dive into those conversations else the work gets delayed.
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Nishant Raj
CEO
Meet Nishant!
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Nishant Raj is the CEO at Valuechain, and he holds a First-Class degree in Automotive Engineering and an MSc in Engineering Management. With 10+ years at Atlas Copco, he led Industry 4.0 digitalization and became Global Data & AI Strategy Lead. An agile leader and certified Scrum Master, Nishant drives innovation and transformation at Valuechain, focusing on tech's impact on manufacturing.
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Dr. Qiong Bu
CTO
Meet Amber!
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A CTO with 12+ years in industry and 7 in research, she holds a PhD in Computer Science. She excels in smart data solutions, DLT, and cryptography. Amber has led EU-funded projects and enterprise software initiatives, specializing in data science, machine learning, and data protection. Her expertise spans smart cities, IoT, and enterprise data management.
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Jacqueline Miller
Project & Business Associate
Meet Jacqueline!
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Jacqueline is a Projects & Business Associate with a law degree and a passion for mastering new skills. In her role, she’s all about keeping projects on track and assisting in streamlining business operations, bringing both precision and creativity to everything she tackles. Outside of work, you’ll find her lost in a good book or taking on her next DIY challenge.
Siddhi Pareek
Social Media Executive
Meet Siddhi!
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Valuechain’s Social Media Executive with a knack for spotting trends before they hit the mainstream. Her role involves curating compelling content, managing brand identities across platforms, and staying ahead of the ever-changing digital landscape. She thrives on transforming data insights into creative campaigns that spark conversations. When not crafting the perfect hashtag, you'll find her devouring a good book or tearing up the dance floor.
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Sarah Gleeson
COO
Meet Sarah!
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Sarah Gleeson, with 16+ years in aerospace supply chain management, holds a BSc (Hons) in E-Business Technology. At Gardner Aerospace, she led roles in operations and quality assurance, implementing systems like Factory Master and Aero DNA. Now at Valuechain, Sarah drives operations and innovation, optimizing manufacturing supply chains through advanced software solutions.
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Kelly Dale
Product Owner
Meet Kelly!
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Over a decade of experience in Supply Chain Operations has cultivated a keen focus on building positive relationships and working in collaborative environments. Kelly’s problem-solving mindset helps her tackle challenges and contribute to ongoing improvement in processes and performance. She’s passionate about art, natural history, and science and she loves exploring these topics through reading and travel.
Anny Thakkar
Marketing & Communications Lead
Meet Anny!
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A writer by day, and a storyteller by night. When she's not planning Ad campaigns, she's scribbling stories, cracking up crowds with her comedy, binge-reading books, or collecting passport stamps. Armed with a pun in one hand and a pen in the other, she’s turning life’s tragedies into comedies and finding interesting insights along the way.
Anik Ghosh
Data and ML Engineer
Meet Anik!
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Anik works with data and writes efficient code for automating several tasks. With MSc in Data Science and AI, Anik is passionate about AI and emerging technologies and breakthroughs. Outside of work you will find him unleashing his creativity on canvas with vibrant colours and sketches.