Greater Birmingham & Solihull

Regional Statistics

In Greater Birmingham & Solihull 68 businesses registered during Phase 1 and 2, with 16 firms receiving grant funding totalling over £244,000.

Phases 1 and 2 have led to over £10m of GVA being generated in Greater Birmingham & Solihull, which underlines the difference the programme is making in the area.

Shaun Sookoo, Non-Executive Board Director and lead for SMEs of the Greater Birmingham & Solihull LEP Growth Hub, said: “The manufacturing and engineering businesses from our region who have been involved in the Made Smarter West Midlands programme have found it hugely beneficial to receive expert advice and have the opportunity to apply for match-funded grants.

“The technological world is constantly changing and it is vital our SMEs are on the same footing as their competitors to grow their businesses and boost our local economy. It can be a daunting prospect but the experts from Made Smarter provide help every step of the way.”

I have met with some truly innovative and fascinating companies and I am proud to have helped these firms with their digital transformation aims.”

Jim Vithanage, DTS for Greater Birmingham & Solihull