Knowledge transfer
Knowledge transfer is the exchange of information through networks. HIE offer a variety of support in the form of advice, programmes and funding opportunities to businesses of
all sizes.
Support for Research and Development
A variety of support and funding is available to help businesses of all sizes in the Highlands and Islands engage in research and development and innovation.
Technology
Support, advice, programmes and funding options are available through HIE for businesses of all sizes looking to use technology to help business growth and improve efficiency.
Entrepreneurship
The Innovation & Skills Team offer a variety of programmes, workshops, courses and events to stimulate and develop entrepreneurship and business skills, often run in partnership with business support organisations and academic institutes
Business Mentoring
Business Mentoring is service that is provided through the partnership of Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC), Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE), the European Social Fund (ESF) through the Highlands and Islands Partnership Programme (HIPP).
Networking
We are working to stimulate and support the development of a thriving and sustainable entrepreneurial business network in the Highlands and Islands where the eco-system includes ambitious businesses, business support organisations, self-sustaining entrepreneur cohort group and international links and contacts
Innovation events
Please see our Innovation events calender for the up and coming and events in the region covering business growth, research and development, technology, entrepreneurship, networking and mentoring
MIT Business Growth Programme
HIE has launched a new Business Growth Programme for Highlands and Islands businesses in partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Entrepreneurship Centre.
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