As I once said: "If you think you can design a better Herk, first try designing a better Dak!"
Although once the TPA400 software has been sorted out, I do believe that the A400M will turn out to be first rate airlifter.
Single level control, 8 blades and with a power/speed/altitude envelope which is very large, getting the noise lever to communicate with engine and propeller throughout the entire flight regime, yet confer carefree handling, will be a hugely challenging task.