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Do you have an idea that could enable innovation and power #DigitalTransformation? The Standards Challenge Fund is a new approach to translate great ideas into agreed best practice that meets the needs of small and scaling up businesses. We’re asking SMEs to submit an idea in digital and technologies and explain the challenge it is intended to address. Successful entries will form the basis of standards that we’ll fund, in partnership with Innovate UK. And, if your idea is selected, this will get recognised in the standard itself – a great way to boost your profile and position your organization as an industry leader. Submit your idea today: https://bit.ly/42VXzU8 #BSIStandards #StandardsChallengeFund #BusinessInnovation

🌟 In today’s world, where access to funding can be layered with barriers, supporting innovation means more than just providing capital—it’s about enabling growth without unnecessary obstacles. At Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation (SOFII), we believe scaling a business should be straightforward, focused on your big ideas—not bogged down by red tape. 🚀 Our approach is different: no application fees, no hidden hurdles, just transparent, flexible financing designed for ambitious SMEs. Whether your next milestone is in R&D, team expansion, or market growth, SOFII clears the way to keep you focused on what truly matters—your vision for the future. 🌎✨ Because every great idea deserves a chance to grow, without limits. #FundingInnovation 💡 #EmpoweringSMEs 🌱 #LeadershipInGrowth #SOFII  

Every single day during the INDUSTRY 5.0 DEVELOPMENT control new surprise is waiting for me. Today I have learned that #bouygues #Equans created a joined venture in INDUSTRY 5.0. It is a pity that none joined INDUSTRY 5.0 ecosystem, webinar, lecture, or event, because if they did, they would be able to recognize INDUSTRY 5.0 FAKE from ORIGIN, and prevent money and time being wasted. More in the next INDUSTRY 5.0 NEWSLETTER Bouygues Group INDUSTRY 5.0 AMBASSADORS NETWORK Industry 5.0 INDUSTRY 5.0 STRATEGIC ALLIANCE

Feasibility studies help companies determine how they will grow. They will know more about how they will operate, what the potential obstacles are, who the competition is, and what the market is. Feasibility studies also help convince investors and bankers that investing in a particular project or business is a wise choice. Your business needs a feasibility study to scale. Send us a DM to have our team of excellent researchers draft a feasibility study for your business. #pefasolutions #feasibilitystudies #companies #businesses

Feasibility studies help companies determine how they will grow. They will know more about how they will operate, what the potential obstacles are, who the competition is, and what the market is. Feasibility studies also help convince investors and bankers that investing in a particular project or business is a wise choice. Your business needs a feasibility study to scale. Send us a DM to have our team of excellent researchers draft a feasibility study for your business. #pefasolutions #feasibilitystudies #companies #businesses

Boost Your Business with the Innovate Scheme! 🚀 Malta Enterprise is empowering SMEs with funding for innovation projects. Whether it’s new products, improved processes, or organizational advancements, this scheme can help take your business to the next level. Learn more about eligibility and funding opportunities: https://lnkd.in/dYXVY3Sg #TriMer #BKR #Innovation #SMEs #BusinessGrowth

📢 NORTH EAST GRANT FUNDING OPPORTUNITY 📢 Investor Partnerships in digital technologies, North East: Rd 1 UK registered SMEs can apply for grant funding for projects that grow their innovation activities in the digital technologies cluster in North East England (Northumberland, Tyne and Wear, and County Durham), alongside investment from selected investor partners. Competition opens: Monday 4 November 2024 Competition closes: Wednesday 11 December 2024 11:00am To apply your business must: ·      be a UK registered micro, small or medium sized business (SME) ·      carry out all of its project work in the UK ·      intend to exploit the results from or in the UK ·      be invited to apply by your investor partner ·      have agreed your proposal with your investor partner before submitting be able to complete the aligned investment before the start of your project, through the issue of new shares or convertible debt ·      have sufficient capital resources to enable you to meet all your project’s eligible costs, including through the grant funding and the aligned investment For all projects, your project must: ·      not start before 1 May 2025 ·      end by 31 December 2026 Your project’s total costs will depend on your research category and must be between; ·      £50,000 and £300,000 for feasibility studies ·      £100,000 and £1 million for industrial research, ·      £250,000 and £2 million for experimental development. The projects will be led by ambitious UK registered micro, small or medium sized businesses (SMEs) who will use the funding to grow their innovation activities in the digital technology cluster in North East England, both during and after the project. The aim of this competition is to provide support for your research and development and access to the capital investment that you need to develop and commercialise your innovations and grow your business. Innovate UK, as part of UK Research and Innovation, has selected investor partners who have demonstrated the credibility, capability, capacity and appetite to invest in innovative, technology-led businesses in areas that align with our objectives in programme areas. A full list of our investor partners is provided at Innovate UK Investor Partners – UKRI (https://lnkd.in/eXiSfiS3). You will need to gain traction with one of these investor partners before you apply, and you must identify them in your application. For more information about how Ryan can support your application, please do reach out. #grantsfunding #northeastfunding #funding #grants #innovateuk #ukinvestorpartners

In the Midlands there was 6x the demand for equity financing than there was actual funding available back in 2017. Speaking with Arun Muthirulan from Exemplas, we look at how the Midlands SMEs can now make the right decisions when it comes to funding. #EquityFunding #MEIF #SMEGrowth https://lnkd.in/eReSMZtg

Strategic funding goes beyond just providing capital. It's about empowering innovation, fostering growth, and creating opportunities that can transform businesses and economies alike. #StrategicFunding #Innovation #BusinessGrowth

Investing in small and medium-sized businesses isn’t just smart—it’s impactful! Here’s why: ✔️ Established customer base: Skip the start-up grind with a ready audience. ✔️ Lower start-up risks: Proven operations minimize uncertainties. ✔️ Local economic boost: Strengthen communities while growing your portfolio. 📊 Did you know? SMEs contribute over 80% of private sector jobs in the MENA region, driving economic growth and innovation across the region. Let’s explore opportunities together! 🚀 Visit our website to buy your next business : 👉🏽 https://xvalue.space/ 👈🏽 #InvestInSmallBusiness #MENAOpportunities #Xvalue #SmallBusinessForSale #BusinessInTheMiddleEast #ExploreOpportunities