Supports qualifying innovation projects where technology or automation is new to the business or market and at least one job is created.
Can support a bounded AI or automation adoption project when the novelty, business case, premises and employment conditions are satisfied.
01The business must operate from eligible commercial premises in Sunderland.
02The project must introduce qualifying technology or automation.
03At least one job must be created.
01Confirm current budget and exact deadline with the programme.
02Document why the technology is new to the business or market.
03Prepare costs, match funding and job evidence.
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