Manufacturers can claim up to £20k in digital grant funding
10th October 2025
Fully funded digital support available until March 2026.
The clock is ticking for manufacturers across the East Midlands to take advantage of fully funded digital transformation support and grant funding through the Made Smarter East Midlands programme.
Funding is secured only until March 2026, and applications must be submitted by the end of this month. This is your chance to access expert support, consultancy, and grant funding to help your business adopt new technology, improve efficiency, and boost profitability.
What’s available right now:
- Free digital road mapping and consultancy – tailored plans and expert guidance to help identify the right tech and strategy for your business
- Training and upskilling – from digital leadership to practical skills like CRM, ERP, and cybersecurity and fully funded digital internships
- Specialist advice and technical support – guidance from experienced industry and technology experts
- Grant funding – available for both CAPEX and revenue projects, covering software, hardware, training, or expert consultancy
- Hands-on delivery support – help to turn plans into results that drive growth, reduce costs, and build resilience
Why is matters:
Manufacturers across the region are already using Made Smarter to:
- Automate manual processes and reduce downtime
- Improve stock control and forecasting
- Increase productivity and reduce waste
- Strengthen resilience and future-proof their operations
This support can help your business take the next step, whether that’s streamlining production, introducing data-driven decision-making, or developing new products and capabilities.
Act now
The support and funding are fully funded and no-obligation, but you’ll need to register your interest by the end of this month to secure your place in the programme.
Once you do, a Digital Technology Specialist will get in touch for a friendly, no-obligation conversation about your business, explore opportunities for digital adoption, and help identify the best ways to access the funding and support available.
