Test before invest
Participation in a ”gemba-walk” followed by a meeting with the CEO
Preparation of a report with specific project proposals
In-depth analyzes and detailed proposals for action
Assessment of the company's resource base and talks about new prototypes
Preparation of implementation efforts
This step will include a technical and organizational dimension, which is embedded in a change of mindset
Skills and training
Digital Awareness Workshops – presentation of technologies
Skills and developement possibilities
Search for necessary courses and implementation of skills.
Acess to finance
Project validation
Guidance on funding and finance opportunities regarding access to regional, national and EU-finance
Knowledge of possible innovative tenders, which can ensure development of new services or products or access to new markets
Setting up relevant connections with for instance private consultants, screenings and ultimately bid for tenders
Innovation, ecosystems and networking
Building a network to EDIHs that support manufacturers in relation to I4.0
Collaboration across all EDIH networks through cooperation in best practice networks
Setting up cooperation partnerships for SMEs through tech scouting, partnersearches and matchmaking through relevant networks such as EEN, ERRIN, ECCP.
Introducing the SMEs to new ways of thinking via co-creation workshops and setup of innovative partnerships