Greater Manchester’s SMEs are developing strong ideas, but turning those ideas into commercially viable projects often requires specialist technical support and a clear route to funding.
That’s why the @Centre for Sustainable Innovation at the @University of Salford is delivering Innovation Labs, a fully funded, three‑day workshop designed to help businesses strengthen their concepts, validate their approach, and position themselves for the next stage of growth.
The programme gives SMEs access to:
• Technical expertise to refine products, test assumptions, and shape a stronger proposition
• Specialist guidance on securing innovation funding, including grants, vouchers, and wider regional support
• Practical tools to build a robust plan that’s ready for investment and implementation
We’re supporting a stronger and more competitive Greater Manchester innovation ecosystem, one where more ideas secure funding, reach market faster, and create real economic value.
There are still places available on the May cohort, with another running in June