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UK manufacturing digital transformation initiatives

Overview

The Made Smarter programme is facilitating digital transformation and security enhancements for manufacturing businesses across various regions in the United Kingdom.

In Yorkshire, a £400,000 cyber security initiative was launched in partnership with Sheffield Hallam University. This government-backed pilot aims to protect small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) manufacturers by establishing ‘Cyber Security Champions’ and providing funded support ranging from basic awareness training to ISO 27001 accreditation.

Simultaneously, the programme is driving productivity in the North West and Tees Valley through specialist training and grant funding. In the North West, the Leading Digital Transformation (LDT) programme has assisted numerous manufacturing leaders in refining digital strategies and managing technological transitions. In the Tees Valley, businesses are accessing workshops and capital grants of up to £20,000 to invest in technologies such as AI, automation, and 3D printing to improve workflow efficiency.

Entities

Tees Valley Combined Authority · GCHQ · National Cyber Security Centre

Timeline

  1. 1 day ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Made Smarter programme drives digital transformation for UK manufacturers

    The Made Smarter programme is helping UK manufacturers in the North West and Tees Valley adopt digital technologies like AI and automation through specialist training and significant grant funding.

  2. 17 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Made Smarter Yorkshire launches £400k cyber security drive

    Made Smarter Yorkshire has launched a £400,000 cyber security pilot to provide fully funded support and training to SME manufacturers to protect against digital threats and production disruptions.

Sources

bdaily.co.uk · pwemag.co.uk · scottishbusinessnews.net · yorkshiretimes.co.uk