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Access university level expertise for your business, subsidised by the new Innovation Vouchers Scheme.
The University of Gloucestershire, as a result of GFirst contribution, is now able to offer all Gloucestershire based companies the opportunity to apply for a Voucher for Business Innovation.
What is it?
This voucher will allow your organisation access to innovation support from the university at half the usual price*. The scheme, which has been designed to build strong links between businesses and knowledge providers, operates on a first come, first served basis and can be used to support a variety of collaborative innovation projects. These projects will be provided either directly or through facilitation by the University of Gloucestershire.
*subject to a minimum spend of £375 and a max subsidy of £1000
How can they be used?
Innovation is about change, about doing things differently, or doing different things. A voucher could enable your business to:
• find more cost effective ways of doing things
• add new dimensions to current products or services
• find new ways to access a market, existing or new
• access information and expertise on new materials, products or processes
• tap in to research to find a solution to a specific business problem
Types of Innovation Solutions
Examples of the types of innovation solutions which could be considered eligible for our Vouchers for Business Innovation include:
• consultancy from experts or specialists
• use of specialist equipment, expertise & resources
• business diversification
• evaluation of, or assistance with, information system strategies
• development of E-commerce and/or alternative routes to market
• mobile technology – demonstration, use, development
• product prototyping
• evaluation of and delivery of marketing strategies
• international expansion
• addressing environmental and sustainability issues
• supply change management
• change management & leadership
• project and programme development
• leadership coaching / mentoring
• innovation in all sectors
Developing Partnerships and Promoting Innovation
Bringing together new ideas, pioneering research and inspiring teaching, we are focused on the aspirations of local businesses. We encourage innovation and enterprise and enable connected thinking. Tailoring the services we offer to the needs of your business we work with you to find new solutions to meet the challenges of an ever changing world.
If you are interested in finding out how the university might be able to help you grow your workforce, train your people, develop your business, or host your events, our Business Development Team would be delighted to meet you to discuss your business needs.
Interested?
If you would like further details about this scheme or would like to submit an application please contact the Centre for Enterprise and Innovation on 01242 714104 or email cei@glos.ac.uk.