Make UK - Boost Productivity and Growth with Made Smarter

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Friday, 15 October, 2021 - 10:00 to 11:30

Make UK - Boost Productivity and Growth with Made Smarter

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Made Smarter

An overview of what the Made Smarter rollout means to manufacturers in Yorkshire & the Humber, the North East and West Midlands.

About this event

Made Smarter Technology Accelerator is a national programme designed to advance the innovation and understanding of digital technology for industry. The programme was created following an industry-led review of how UK manufacturing industries can prosper through digital tools and innovation. This independent review was commissioned by UK Government and led by Professor Jürgen Maier CBE, Co-Chair of Made Smarter UK.

After a successful pilot in the North West, the programme is now being rolled out in Yorkshire & the Humber, the North East and the West Midlands.

By attending this online event you will:

  • learn how manufacturers can boost their productivity and growth with the support of Made Smarter.
  • hear directly from an SME who has benefitted from Made Smarter
  • learn what is available in your region and what you need to do to get involved
  • get the opportunity to ask questions

Agenda

10:00 Welcome from Make UK

10:05 Hear from Alain Dilworth, Programme Manager at Made Smarter, on the impact of the North West pilot and how it has benefitted the region.

10:20 Case study: SME to be confirmed

10:35 Q&A

Make UK advantage partner ABGI is also to hand to offer practical advice.

10:50 Regional Breakout Rooms

After the main introduction we will invite you to join your regional breakout room for an overview of what is available in your region and how you can get involved followed by a Q&A session. If you are located in the North West and would like to hear more about the pilot or speak to the SME you have the option to stay in the main room.

Yorkshire & the Humber:

Hear from Muz Mumtaz, Assistant Director from South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority, who will outline what is available to manufacturers across the Yorkshire & the Humber region and will explain how you can get involved in the Y&H Made Smarter programme.

North East:

Hear from Karl McCracken, Advanced Manufacturing Programme Manager at the North East Local Enterprise Partnership, who will outline the Made Smarter programme for the North East of England. You’ll find out how Made Smarter can help your business take on digital technologies to improve productivity and open new markets, and the scope of support available: There’s everything from 1:1 advice to peer networks, and a range of grant funding. Since Made Smarter Adoption North East covers the area from Berwick on Tweed on the North to Saltburn by the Sea in the South, as well as Karl, David Spencer from Tees Valley Business, the local growth hub for the Tees Valley established by the Tees Valley Combined Authority and Tees Valley Mayor, will also be on hand to answer questions.

West Midlands:

Paul Sullivan, Industrial Digital Technology Specialist, will outline how the Made Smarter programme has been introduced to numerous SMEs throughout the West Midlands region, the difference it has made to the way they work and how you can register to take part.

Opportunity to share best practice and ask questions of our speakers

 

Make UK reserves the right to prioritise the attendance of manufacturers.

To start your Made Smarter journey please visit: https://www.madesmarter.uk/

You can view more about Make UK and how we support the manufacturing sector on our website here: https://www.makeuk.org/

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Made Smarter is a national movement to drive growth amongst UK makers and advance the UK economy. Backed by world renowned businesses and the UK government, it will improve the development and adoption of emerging technologies. Making a real, everyday difference to people from the boardroom to the factory floor.

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Client testimonials

Without the Growth Hubs help and assistance, we would never have been able to increase our sales & output and also grow our local business. With this help in purchasing new equipment we have expanded our operations and gained a new and increased customer base.

Nuneaton Roof Truss,

Over the past few years, Armstrongs has built up a fantastic relationship with Gary Thyeson from the Growth Hub. His advice on grants and funding has been really valuable to both Armstrongs and some of our clients. His knowledge of local business support has been helpful in signposting us to relevant support agencies as required. We look forward to working with Laura Delahunty moving forwards.

Armstrongs Accountancy LTD,

In the short time since first engaging with the Warwickshire Growth Hub we feel that Laura has understood our vision and has been so very supportive in linking us to the specialist teams who are now supporting us with training, finance and recruitment. A great service that every growing organisation should connect with

MES Systems Limited,

I have had an excellent experience working with Laura from the Growth Hub, from day one, she was taking detailed attention to my concerns and ideas. She was able to put me in contact with different organisations and people to find out answers to my questions and help me to solve some inquiries I was having. I feel this support definitely had a positive impact in my plans. 

 

PALACIOS LTD,

It’s been a fantastic inaugural eight months for the TalentTech Recruitment team and, although the reality of setting up and running a company can be a somewhat daunting experience, we have been extremely grateful for the superb help, advice and guidance given to us along our journey by Gavin Barnett and the team at CW Growth Hub. Gavin’s introductions to both Warwick & Coventry Universities and his wider business network have been absolutely invaluable.

TalentTech Recruitment LTD,

For many individuals out there, it is very hard to figure out ways and know which direction to go when it comes to setting up a business. The challenges of taking your idea and bringing it to life and not knowing where to go and who to speak to for advice. it can get very frustrating..

King of Saffron LTD,

This grant [which we received with the help of the Growth Hub and Coventry City Council] will really help us get on track for business growth and succeed with our vision. Personally, I would also like to thank the team for supporting me through the grant application process. You have been very approachable and attentive throughout.

Exeter Analytical (UK) Limited,

Thank you for the comprehensive and professional guidance

Burbidge & Son Ltd,

Over the years since the Growth Hub was set up we have habitually gone to our Account Manager as a one-stop shop for all business-related information.  It has been a really convenient way of finding suppliers, advisors and, on one occasion, we even asked for assistance with finding customers.  We are invited to a wide range of business events including business development workshops, Brexit roundtable discussions, seminars on various topics and have also been asked to speak at some events.  When we have needed additional information, for example, finding finance sources or help with selecti

Marchantcain Design Limited,

Thanks to CW Growth hub getting us access to grant funding we have been able to invest in the latest computer monitoring system, which will enable us to compete with the national companies within our industry.

Comrie Leisure Limited,

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