Grow your business

Date: 17 May 2008
Author: mackay_ad
Last updated: 12/01/2007 15:41:36
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A strong and prosperous economy is the key to a successful future and HIE Caithness and Sutherland’s priorities for growing business are:

to diversify and expand the business base, particularly in the fragile areas
to enhance business competitiveness
to strengthen the Caithness and Sutherland economy and business infrastructure.

A wide range of services is offered to both new and existing businesses.

The provision of property is another important function of the LEC, with a range of industrial, craft and office units situated throughout the area, and the ability to provide purpose-built premises for individual businesses.

Key links

Development finance for business Financial assistance to encourage business developments which would not otherwise proceed.Business advice & information A wide range of information and advice services available to help businesses develop their plans.Business start-up Business start-up assistance, including finance, guidance and training etc.Innovation support Incorporates the Expert Help Programme and the Small Company Innovation Scheme.E-business Advice and guidance for businesses in Caithness and Sutherland on how to make maximum use of e-commerce.Property for businesses HIE Caithness and Sutherland offers a range of industrial and office units situated throughout the area, and the ability to provide purpose built premises for individual businesses.Innovation Forss ‘Innovation Forss’ is a programme that brings together the ...Investors in People A national standard which sets the level of good practice for improving an organisation's performance through its people.

Leadership & Management Programme 2007 - 2008 A range of short courses, for businesses of all sizes, covering a range of skills from management to marketing.

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