BIC Innovation

Cultivating an innovation culture

What do light bulbs, railways and hydraulics all have in common? They were all invented here in the North East!

The region has long held a reputation for being home to some of the brightest minds in industry, and we’re helping support the next generation of innovators.

The BIC offers advice to small and medium sized businesses across the region looking to gain a competitive advantage and accelerate growth by unlocking their innovation.

Today, we need innovation more than ever. Thankfully, our experienced BICInnovation advisers have decades of experience advising businesses – just like yours – on using new ideas and technology to improve and boost growth.

Innovation Support and Grant Funding

What is innovation?

For us, innovation is the process of using new ideas and technology to improve a business. It doesn’t have to be a ground-breaking idea, just something new to the business to help it survive and adjust to new market conditions. The ultimate goal of innovation is to reinvigorate a business, creating new value and boosting growth and productivity.

What's on offer?

How do I find out more?

Our expert advisers are always happy to talk through your innovative ideas. Contact us today to start your innovation programme journey.

Meet the team

Gillian Middleton | Innovation Support

Gillian Middleton

Boasting decades of experience working in business support and skills development, Gillian is a fantastic sounding board for SMEs.

Debbie Simpson | Innovation Support

Debbie Simpson

Debbie’s role as Innovation Adviser combines her vast experience of the business world with her love of working with people.

Customer Stories

Innovation Support and Grant Funding

Nursem

Skincare manufacturer Nursem was able to take its business global after rubbing shoulders with Debbie and Gillian.

Innovation Support and Grant Funding

Kinewell Energy

With support from our team, energy specialists Kinewell accessed a grant towards the cost of product development.

Innovation Support and Grant Funding

Cake Stories

The programme helped bakery and coffee shop Cake Stories to expand it’s manufacturing facilities.

How do I find out more?

Our expert advisers are always happy to talk through your innovative ideas. Contact us today to start your innovation programme journey.

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