AI Scotland Roadshow - Shetland
Explore practical ways to adopt AI responsibly, save time and unlock new opportunities for your organisation.
Explore programmes, funding and specialist support to help you develop ideas, adopt new technology and find better ways of working.
Access to advice, expertise, workshops and funding to help organisations develop new products and services, improve processes and explore new opportunities.
Funding of up to £10,000 is available to help organisations research, test and develop early-stage digital or technology-led products, services and processes.
A programme providing tailored support, expertise, community and resources to help tech start-ups and entrepreneurs develop, launch and grow their business.
Access funding of up to £15,000 to help develop and implement technology solutions within your organisation. The grant can support projects that improve products, services, processes or digital capabilities, helping businesses innovate, improve performance and create new opportunities for growth.
Explore additional funding, digital advice and manufacturing expertise to help assess opportunities, adopt technology and develop or improve products and processes.
Funding of up to £5,000 is available to help organisations access specialist digital expertise and explore opportunities to adopt technology, improve productivity and solve business challenges.
Get personalised mentoring to explore how artificial intelligence could benefit your organisation, identify opportunities and develop a clear plan for adoption.
Access up to £5,000 to help cover the cost of specialist technology advice and mentoring. Get independent expertise to explore digital and technology opportunities, improve business performance, develop new products or services, and make informed decisions about technology investments.
A Scotland-wide service delivered by Scottish Enterprise, providing expert support to help manufacturers reduce costs, improve efficiency and strengthen operational performance.
Explore upcoming events and webinars designed to help you develop new products, processes and services.
Explore practical ways to adopt AI responsibly, save time and unlock new opportunities for your organisation.
Join this informal event to discover how to turn tech ideas into real business opportunities. Hear from local businesses and learn how to access support, funding and expert advice.
Explore practical ways to adopt AI responsibly, save time and unlock new opportunities for your organisation.
Join this informal event to discover how to turn tech ideas into real business opportunities. Hear from local businesses and learn how to access support, funding and expert advice.
Join this informal event to discover how to turn tech ideas into real business opportunities. Hear from local businesses and learn how to access support, funding and expert advice.
Explore practical ways to adopt AI responsibly, save time and unlock new opportunities for your organisation.
Join this informal event to discover how to turn tech ideas into real business opportunities. Hear from local businesses and learn how to access support, funding and expert advice.
Join this informal event to discover how to turn tech ideas into real business opportunities. Hear from local businesses and learn how to access support, funding and expert advice.
Discover how organisations across the Highlands and Islands have turned ideas into action with HIE's support. From developing new products and services to adopting new technology, explore real stories and the impact they've made.
Landmark Forest Adventure Park in Carrbridge, open since 1970, offers over 20 attractions ranging from wildlife exhibits to thrill rides, set against the Cairngorms National Park.
Inspirational entrepreneur Aleksandra Czech-Seklecka attributes a move to the Highlands as a key component of her new role as a tech founder.
After spending early two decades crafting unforgettable guided mountain biking holidays across the world, H&I Adventures advancing digital innovation with HIE support.
Skyeskyns develops handcrafted marbled leather collection with HIE innovation support
Vocalista is a ground breaking platform designed to bridge the gap between social, cultural, environmental and the economic factors of tourism.
Linda Shore, a design researcher and research fellow at the Glasgow School of Art’s Highlands and Islands campus, is pioneering a new approach to menopause support through technology.
You may also be interested in support to improve productivity, build skills, grow sales, become more resilient or strengthen your community.
Find answers to some of the most common questions about developing new products, services and processes, and the support available to help you succeed.
No. Support is available whether you're still exploring an idea, testing feasibility or ready to develop a new product, service or process. Getting support early can help you assess opportunities, identify risks and make informed decisions about your next steps.
Innovation isn't just about inventing something completely new. It can include developing new products or services, improving processes, adopting technology, creating new business models or finding better ways to meet customer needs.
Support isn't only for brand-new ideas. Many organisations use innovation and digital support to improve existing products, services and processes, helping them remain competitive and respond to changing customer needs.
Yes. We have support available to help you explore opportunities, assess feasibility, develop prototypes, test concepts and gather feedback before making a larger investment.
Support is available to help organisations adopt digital technologies, improve efficiency through automation, explore artificial intelligence, make better use of data, enhance customer experiences and develop new digital products, services and business models. Whether you're just getting started or looking to build on existing capabilities, we can help you take the next step.
No. Digital support is available to organisations at different stages of digital adoption. Whether you're exploring a new idea, looking to improve existing systems or considering new technologies, specialist guidance can help you make informed decisions.
Specialist advice and guidance can help you understand the options available, assess potential benefits and identify the most suitable approach for your organisation.
Yes. We can help organisations explore technologies such as digital tools, automation and artificial intelligence, identify practical opportunities and understand how they could support business goals.
Yes. You don't need technical expertise or a clear Artificial Intelligence (AI) strategy to get started. Support is available to help you understand where artificial intelligence could add value, identify practical opportunities and assess potential risks. We can help you explore AI in a responsible and trustworthy way, so you can make informed decisions with confidence.
No. Innovation can happen in organisations of all sizes and sectors. Support is available for businesses, social enterprises and community organisations looking to develop new ideas, improve existing activities or explore new opportunities.
Yes, subject to eligibility criteria. Some support includes funding to help organisations explore ideas, develop new products and services, adopt digital technologies or test new approaches. Other forms of support focus on advice, specialist expertise, mentoring, workshops, networking and practical guidance. The most appropriate support will depend on your project, objectives and stage of development.
That's perfectly normal. Many organisations know they want to develop an idea or improve what they do but aren't sure how to proceed. We can help you explore your options, identify opportunities and find the support that's right for you.
If you’re not sure what support is right for you, or can’t find what you need, get in touch with our team and we’ll help point you in the right direction.