The Five Stage Process for Successful Innovation in Business

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Tuesday, 14 November, 2017 - 08:00 to 14:00

The Five Stage Process for Successful Innovation in Business

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Coventry University Enterprises

A new programme for SME business leaders who wish to develop innovative new products or services.

100% funded for eligible companies.

An intensive 5 workshop programme for Business Leaders of established SMEs trading in B2B markets who wish to implement a continuous process of commercial innovation in their business.

Coventry & Warwickshire: Starts 9th Nov. then; 14th, 28th Nov and 5th & 12th Dec 2017: The Ramada Hotel Coventry. This programme is supported by Coventry & Warwickshire Growth Hub: Book Now

A unique programme of 5 x 5 hour long facilitated workshops plus additional 1:1 expert coaching. Enabling businesses to create, assess, develop and commercialise innovative new product, service or operational development ideas.

5 x morning group workshops 8.00am to 1.00pm + networking lunch 1.00pm to 2.00pm

  • 1:1 Expert Adviser Support (outside of the workshops)
  • Peer Group Network & Cooperation
  • 24/7 Online Access to Workshop Content
  • Online GrowthMapper® Self-Assessment Tool

The 5 Inspiring Innovation Workshops:

1. Ideation:  filling your ‘innovative ideas pipeline’ for new products, services or operational development – creating your  custom ‘ideas filter’ – Ideation Datasheet>>

2. Evaluation:  developing an ‘innovation ready business’ and preparing the business for innovation. Testing strategic fit, viability & synergy of new ideas. Evaluation Datasheet>>

3. Investigation: market research, minimum viable product & proof of concept. Capturing the voice of the market and creating competitive advantage. Investigation Datasheet>>

4. Development:  turning proven ideas into reality. Rapid development,  technology readiness, collaborations and support mechanisms. Development Datasheet>>

5. Commercialisation:  launch / introduction, channels and routes to market. Marketing, monitoring sweating the asset and maximising commercial return. Commercialisation Datasheet>>

  • These workshops are delivered and facilitated by our team of specialist Innovation advisers. They are aimed at enabling your business to develop an ongoing process for the development and commercialisation of innovative  new products, services or operational improvements.
  • These are hands on practical sessions during which you will work on the innovation challenges and opportunities in your own business supported by our adviser team.
  • Each workshop will conclude with a bespoke action plan for the development of innovative solutions to your business growth.
  • You will also have the 1:1 services of a business adviser from our team who will work with you outside of the workshops at your place of work and support the implementation of your action plan.

HOW TO APPLY FOR YOUR PLACE (act now places are limited to 20 companies)

Coventry Programme – Click here for event booking link>

These workshops are specifically for the leaders (MD, CEO, Owner etc…) of well established small & medium sized companies (10+ employees) operating in B2B market places located within the D2N2 area.

Companies will need to attend all five workshops in order to complete the whole programme.

In addition to the workshop programme each company will be provided with the 1:1 services of an expert innovation coach.

Places are limited to 20 companies – these will be allocated on a first come first served basis following receipt of the completed and signed registration form (subject to the company meeting eligibility requirements).

The Inspiring Innovation programme is run as part of the UK’s Innovate 2 Succeed funded by Innovate UK. Inspiring Innovation Datasheet >>

For further information, eligibility requirements and programme booking call: 02476 236406 or email: TGoodwin@cad.coventry.ac.uk quoting Inspiring Innovation in the subject line.

 

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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,

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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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