Discovery projects
On May 27, 2026, Ernst & Young (EY) released the "Adaptive Discovery Governance" (ADG) framework, a methodology tailored for high--uncertainty hardware R&D and scientific exploration. ADG replaces traditional rigid stage--gate processes with "Fluid Decision Gates," where resource allocation is dynamically adjusted based on "Hypothesis Velocity"—the speed at which technical assumptions are empirically validated or invalidated. The framework utilizes real--time data streams from laboratory environments to trigger automated "Pivot--or--Persevere" reviews. According to EY, this approach reduces the "Innovation Paradox" in the aerospace and biotechnology sectors, allowing for a 30% increase in R&D throughput by identifying non--viable research paths significantly earlier than traditional project management methods.