Industrial Digital Technologies for SMEs

About this event

This lively and interactive event will in hands‑on demonstrations, expert‑led workshops and direct discussions with technology vendors, while real SME case studies will demonstrate how frugal industrial digital technologies (IDTs) can be deployed rapidly with minimal risk and maximum impact.

Please note: this event also repeats on 10 March, giving you more flexibility to attend.

Who should attend

UK based manufacturers, with a specific focus on SMEs, equipment vendors, system integrators, academics and training providers, researchers and policymakers.

Why attend

By attending, participants will gain insights to help pinpoint quick‑win opportunities for their own factories using simple, scalable tools designed specifically for SME manufacturing, and gain access to wrap‑around support—covering finance, training and advisory services—to progress their digital transformation with confidence.

Agenda

Welcome and introduction

• Opening remarks from MTC and an overview of the event

Context setting

• Introduction to the InterAct programme and key challenges facing UK manufacturing SMEs

Guest speaker session

• Insights into the current SME manufacturing landscape

SME case study presentation

• Real-world example demonstrating successful adoption of low cost IDTs

Vendor and support services showcase introductions

• Short presentations from participating technology vendors and wrap around services outlining their solutions

Networking break

• Opportunity for attendees to connect with peers and partners

Hands-on IDT demonstrator area

• Engaging with technology providers and exploring practical, low-cost solutions, face-to-face 

1-to-1 support surgeries

• Optional sessions with vendors, finance partners, Made Smarter and skills providers

Closing remarks, feedback and prize draw

• Final reflections, opportunity to feed back on the event and win a practical prize!

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