Diamond Consulting Services Ltd. (DCS)
Diamond Consulting Services Ltd. (DCS) was established in 1991 and specialises in the research and development of software applications for use within the road traffic industry. The company is independently owned and managed by members of the Lees family with the support of a small team of dedicated staff.
The company is probably best known for the Idris® Technology - advanced algorithms and specialist sensors used for traffic detection in a variety of safety and data collection applications. DCS has worked to develop the fully patented technology into a complete Automatic Vehicle Classification System. In 1998, the company was awarded a UK Government Smart Award to develop the axle recognition capability of the Idris Technology. This is now fully incorporated into systems which are installed and working worldwide in North America, Asia and Europe. In 2003 the transition from R&D project to a fully commercialised range of products and applications was recognised with a Smart Achievement Award.
The business development and accrument of DCS was awarded in 2006 with the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise - Export. The company has not stood still since then but continued to evolve and in 2008 won a second Queen's Award for Enterprise - Innovation.
Our Mission
To develop and market leading edge traffic technology to meet the needs of 21st century road transport operators. We work with consultants and end user customers to deliver solutions which work. We are used to being 'at the sharp end' and use our practical, engineering based skills to produce cost effective results.
DCS Location
DCS's main office is based in rural Buckinghamshire, approximately 50 miles North West of London. Making full use of modern communication facilities, the team operates worldwide.
The DCS Team
Bob Lees
Bob has worked in the traffic business for over 30 years. An electrical engineer by training, he gained extensive systems experience working for Serco Systems eventually heading up Serco's systems business overseeing large contracts in the defence and transportation sectors. On setting up DCS, he initially worked as a consultant for WS Atkins. Noted for his troubleshooting skills, Bob often uses his commercial experience combined with engineering knowhow to find solutions to systems problems.
Andy Lees
Andy has 35 years experience in software and systems engineering working in the medical, communications, defence, aero-space and traffic industries. As Chief Scientist on the Australian Collins Class Submarine Project for Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) he was responsible for the simulation, training & combat systems. His particular strength lies in R&D and it is these skills which have enabled him to develop the Idris Technology into the world beating solution which it is today.
Teri England
Teri is the Idris Project & Marketing Manager, responsible for the day to day management of the Idris Technology Partners and marketing needs of Idris. Prior to joining DCS, she ran her own power generation company supplying major sporting & leisure events, such as Formula One racing and the Common Wealth Games. Whilst her role is primarily commercial, her practical skills make her equally at home liaising with engineers and technicians as sales and marketing personnel.
Wendy Shafer
Wendy is a Senior Systems Engineer for DCS. She has a Bachelors Degree from Texas A&M University and a Software Engineering background with Amtech (later to become Transcore). Wendy brings with her a wealth of experience from the Intelligent Transportation Systems industry and has an excellent working knowledge of tolling and data collection systems. Her role at DCS is to assist the Lees brothers with the Idris Technology implementation, support and training. Wendy, due to her indepth knowledge of the Idris tolling systems, is often the first engineer called upon for a site installation and set to work of new a project.
Mark Corbin
Mark a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer, and is responsible for the development of all aspects of Idris Technology. Mark has over 25 years experience in the electronics and software industry including 8 years in the traffic business prior to joining DCS. He holds a B.Eng degree in Electronic Engineering with Computer Science from University College London. Mark has the ability to strike a good balance between the technical, commercial and practical demands of engineering design, and enjoys the challenging role at DCS where he can apply his wide range of skills.
Lucy Edwards
Lucy is the Office Manager, she is responsible for supporting the whole Idris team worldwide, ensuring the DCS office runs smoothly and, liaising with clients and ITP's in preparation for events and exhibitions. She has diverse office experience having worked for a range of unique businesses in a variety of roles. Her organisational skills come into good use when managing our very busy, unusual and often varied working environment.
Steve Bird
Steve Bird joins the team of Senior Embedded Systems Engineers at DCS. He will be responsible for ongoing development and maintenance support for the Idris Technology and associated ITPs. Steve has over 24 years of software development experience in the embedded systems and electronic design automation industries. His unique blend of experience in both small and large organisations will assist DCS in meeting customer needs.
James Dodd
James Dodd, an electrical engineer, has over 22 years experience developing hardware and software for embedded systems. Joining DCS as a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer, his role is to help develop Idris and spread the technology to new and existing ITPs. James will assist ITPs in getting their products and software applications to market on schedule with the high level of operational performance Idris is renowned for.
Mike Payne
Mike Payne brings with him over 30 years experience from the telecoms industry where he has been involved at all levels of operations both in the UK and abroad. Although an electronics engineer by training, Mike also worked on product design and development before becoming a Technical and Operations Director in Vodafone. His role at DCS will enable further business development both in existing and new markets across the globe as well as ensuring Idris remains at the forefront of the vehicle detection and classification industry.
The Idris Technology is protected by one or more of the following patents:![]()
EP0879457, USA 6345228, 6483443 and 6337640
Registered Patents also include but not limited to European Countries, Brazil, Mexico, Canada & Australia.
Idris® is a registered trademark of Diamond Consulting Services Ltd.
Diamond Consulting Services Ltd
Chestnut Farm
Dinton, Aylesbury
Bucks
HP17 8UG
United Kingdom
Tel: 44 (0)1296 747667
Fax: 44 (0)1296 747557
Email: idris@diamond.demon.co.uk
