Worcestershire

Regional Statistics

In Worcestershire, 37 SMEs have registered with Made Smarter so far to help give their productivity a boost, generating more than £5.7m in GVA.

5 businesses were awarded a share of just over £90,000 in match-funded grant funding to help make them more productive in the long-term.

As Phase 3 progresses, it is hoped even more Worcestershire businesses engage with Made Smarter and take advantage of the support it offers.

Luke Willetts, Deputy CEO of the Worcestershire LEP and Worcestershire Growth Hub said: “The GVA generated in Worcestershire highlights the incredible impact Made Smarter is having on businesses here.

“We have already seen a wide range of companies register, and we’d love to see even more sign up and potentially receive a grant to help pay for the improvements they need.” www.warwick.ac.uk

“We have seen some great successes in Worcestershire using the Made Smarter programme.

The benefit of engaging with us is really beginning to show with manufacturers improving processes, quality and productivity to make sure Worcestershire remains a leading manufacturing county. We really can help with free impartial advice.”

Martyn Mangan, DTS for Worcestershire

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