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Upcoming Events
AI-Assisted Innovation for SME- TechWM & HealthTech clusters
25-26 February 2026, Conference Aston, Birmingham
This cross-sector workshop is designed to help SMEs in the West Midlands identify and implement practical AI solutions within their business operations. Led by Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies in collaboration with The Technology Supply Chain, TechWM, and the West Midlands HealthTech Cluster, the session focuses on real-world AI adoption rather than theory.
Participants will explore sector-specific use cases, develop structured AI adoption roadmaps, and identify both quick wins and longer-term opportunities for innovation. The workshop also provides guidance on accessing funding opportunities, including Innovate UK, KTPs, and Horizon Europe, while connecting SMEs directly with leading academic expertise.
This session is particularly relevant for organisations in Advanced Manufacturing, Digital & Tech, and HealthTech seeking to enhance productivity, efficiency, and innovation through AI.
Past Events
AI-Assisted Innovation for SME- Manufacturing, Robotics, Autonomous Systems & Sustainability Sectors
2-3 February Design Factory, Aston University Birmingham
This fully funded workshop, delivered by Aston University in partnership with The Technology Supply Chain and supported by the West Midlands Innovation Programme, was designed to help SME manufacturers explore practical applications of AI to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and drive innovation.Â
The two-day programme focused on real-world AI use cases within sustainability, robotics, and autonomous systems, providing structured guidance on developing AI adoption roadmaps and identifying opportunities for both immediate impact and long-term transformation. The workshop supported organisations in understanding how AI can be applied in a practical, accessible, and commercially valuable way within manufacturing environments.
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