Innovation 1st

Why Innovation 1st is necessary:• Problem

– There is a large number of micro businesses.• Why ?

– They haven’t grown, because they do not know who to ask for assistance.

• Answer ?– Innovation 1st

How Innovation 1st works University schools &

BDM

Local Authorities &

sector groups

Chambers & Membership

bodiesTrade Assoc

Cluster Groups

Business Support

MAS, LEP

Innovation 1st

Transfer of knowledge

Workshop events

Introduction to technology

Idea Assessment

Collaboration &

Consultation

2 days Fully funded10 technology campaigns

Implementation Plans for Growth

Visualisation Centre

How Innovation 1st helps SMEsfind “ideas” expertise they need

•Technology companies

•Apprenticeships•Public Sector•Private Sector•Student / graduate placement

•Local•National•International

•RAPRA•MIRA•CERAM•PERA•And more. . .

Research University Support

Commercial Providers

Education and Training

Implementation for Growth

How Innovation 1st benefits the local economy

• Collaborations • Competitiveness• Turnover• R&D spend