Dorset LEP has announced a new initiative aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in manufacturing to benefit from digital technology.

The fully funded Digital Technology for Productivity programme, delivered by SWMAS Ltd, will help businesses:

• Understand the latest digital advancements
• Identify and adopt specific technologies
• Achieve significant benefits providing a competitive advantage

The programme will also provide:

• Access to Digital Events
• A Digital (SIRI) Assessment & Roadmap Report
• Digital Benchmarking against the manufacturing sector and other industries
• SIRI Certification
• Collaboration and on-going support

Innovation in digital technology is regarded as playing a crucial role in Dorset’s business economy, driving increased productivity and fostering growth across industry.

Dorset LEP says that, as a hub for SMEs, particularly in the manufacturing sector, Dorset stands to benefit significantly from advancements in digital technology.

By embracing digital innovations such as automation, data analytics and cloud computing businesses in Dorset can streamline operations, optimise processes, and enhance overall productivity.

It points out that these technologies enable businesses to automate repetitive tasks, access real-time insights for informed decision-making, and adapt quickly to changing market demands.

• For more information on the programme, and to find out how to register interest, follow this link.