Solihull College & University Centre:
Your Strategic Partner for Industry 4.0 Transformation
Colleges across the West Midlands have secured a £7.3 million investment to strengthen their collaboration with local SMEs, fostering a wave of regional business innovation.
As part of the Birmingham Innovation Centre Partnership, we are delighted to be one of six colleges to be driving digital technology adaptation for SMEs. By leveraging Innovate UK funding, we are proud to offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to accelerate the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies within the Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering sector.
Your Gateway to the Birmingham Innovation Ecosystem
As an active member of the Innovate UK Birmingham Consortium, we provide access to a vast network of industry experts, collaborators, and resources. Our team will connect you with the right partners and support services to ensure your long-term success. This initiative is designed for small and medium-sized enterprises who are seeking to harness the power of Industry 4.0 for increased productivity, efficiency, and competitiveness.
This new and exciting service, managed by dedicated Innovation Practitioners welcomes you to benefit from a range of tailored business solutions including:
Organisational Needs Assessment
An in-depth analysis of your organisation’s current technological landscape, identifying opportunities for growth and optimisation.
Technology Adaptation
Engage with our state-of-the-art GBS IoT facilities and AI Lab to experiment with and adopt emerging technologies that align with your strategic goals.
Workforce Upskilling
Attend customised training programs to ensure your team is equipped with the skills necessary to leverage Industry 4.0 tools for maximum impact.
Exclusive Upcoming Free Events
Coming soon.
Face-to-Face Workshop
The AI Mini-Audit: Discover Where Your Business Could Be Saving Time & Money.
- to , Blossomfield Campus, Blossomfield Road, Solihull, B91 1SB
Delivered by our expert partner Seth Ward from The Ai Team.
In this interactive 90-minute workshop, business owners and team leaders will learn a practical framework to identify where AI could save their business time and money. Through hands-on exercises, attendees will complete a mini-audit of their own business processes and leave with insights into potential AI automation opportunities – including an understanding of quick wins versus strategic implementations.
What Attendees Will Leave With
- Introduction to a framework for identifying automation opportunities
- Initial insights from a mini-audit of their business processes
- Understanding of ‘quick wins’ versus strategic implementation
- Examples of what’s possible with AI automation
- Clear next steps for exploring AI opportunities further
This masterclass is designed to deliver practical value whilst helping attendees understand their potential AI opportunities (rather than generic AI theory).
- 9:30am coffee and networking
- 10:00am workshop
Attendees to bring laptops for the audit exercise.
Face-to-Face Session
Securing your AI Future: Cyber Security & AI Governance Masterclass.
- to , Blossomfield Campus, Blossomfield Road, Solihull, B91 1SB
Delivered by our expert partner Sunny Vara CEO and Founder at Cybercy Group.
Join our Cyber Security Essentials Masterclass – an engaging awareness session designed to help you protect yourself and your business in today’s digital world. Led by cybersecurity experts, this informative session explores real-world threats, practical protection strategies, and the latest insights in online safety, data protection, and CEO risk awareness. Gain the knowledge and confidence to stay secure, compliant, and resilient; both personally and professionally.
What Attendees Will Leave With
- A clear understanding of today’s most pressing cyber threats – from phishing and data breaches to emerging AI risks – and how they impact individuals, families, and organisations.
- Practical, actionable steps to strengthen personal and business security, with real-world examples and expert guidance.
- A solid grasp of UK GDPR and Data Protection compliance requirements, including how to implement effective data protection practices.
- Valuable insights into safeguarding digital identities, managing data responsibly, and responding confidently to potential incidents.
- The tools, knowledge, and assurance to make informed, ethical, and secure decisions in an increasingly digital and AI-driven world.
- A renewed awareness of how simple, proactive measures can protect not just your business, but your livelihood, your reputation, and those around you.
- 2:00pm coffee and networking
- 2:30pm session
No need for attendees to bring laptops.
Free Space At Our Place
Our flexible spaces are designed to fuel collaboration and innovation. Book private Business Centre pods for focused work, well-equipped meeting rooms for productive discussions, or our spacious conference centre for larger gatherings, training sessions, and networking events. With cutting-edge technology and a professional atmosphere, our facilities provide the ideal environment for your project to thrive.
Get in touch
Engage with industry leaders and potential partners through facilitated networking opportunities and targeted workshops.
Get in touch today by emailing or calling:
Boosting Advanced Manufacturing …
… with free support, space, and cutting-edge tech for Solihull SMEs.
Are you a local SME in the advanced manufacturing or engineering sector? Ready to embrace Industry 4.0 but not sure where to start? We have exciting news for you!
In partnership with the Birmingham Innovation Centre and Innovate UK, we have launched a brand-new service specifically designed to help you harness the power of digital technology.
… and it’s all fully funded!
Expert Consultancy
A thorough needs analysis of your organisation to pinpoint your specific technology adaptation needs.
Bespoke Training
Tailored activities to build your team’s skills and knowledge in Industry 4.0 technologies, including access to our brand-new AI Lab and GBS IoT facilities.
Free Space
Free Space in our Business and Conference Centre for collaborative meetings, networking, training, and innovation.
Collaboration
Guidance from our experienced team to connect you with training programs, both locally and across the wider Innovate UK Birmingham Consortium.
Who should apply?
SMEs in advanced manufacturing and engineering who are eager to implement new technologies, upskill their workforce, and improve their operations.
Don’t miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level!
Register Your Interest
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