"More than 330 businesses across Greater Manchester have been supported to grow, innovate and improve productivity through the University of Salford's Centre for Sustainable Innovation (CSI), which is marking two years since its launch. Established in 2024, the Centre for Sustainable Innovation was created to give small and medium-sized enterprises access to university expertise, specialist facilities and funding opportunities that are often out of reach for growing businesses."
"The programme has helped businesses develop new products, test ideas, improve operational processes and embed more sustainable business models. According to the university, this support has contributed to the creation of 30 new innovations, strengthened leadership and management capability, and enabled firms to move into longer-term growth activity, supporting jobs, skills development and investment across Greater Manchester. One business to benefit is Lagan's Healthcare, a Bolton-based provider of training for paid carers and nurses working in residential and community care settings."
More than 330 businesses across Greater Manchester have received support from the Centre for Sustainable Innovation since its 2024 launch. The centre secured over £2.5 million in external funding to deliver direct SME support. Activities helped firms develop new products, test ideas, improve operational processes, and embed sustainable business models. Support contributed to 30 new innovations, strengthened leadership and management capability, and enabled firms to pursue longer-term growth, supporting jobs, skills development and regional investment. Specific beneficiaries include Lagan's Healthcare and AJAX Equipment, which used CSI resources to develop prototypes and improve operational efficiency.
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