Ecosystems of Innovation
What’s in the report:
Our collection of reports and insights offers a comprehensive view of the UK tech landscape. From market trends to policy analysis, these resources are designed to inform and empower decision-makers across the ecosystem.
Our report outlines ‘Four Big Ideas’ to transform our economy:
A globally competitive tech talent pipeline in every region
We can ensure our economy drives social mobility and creates opportunity for all by developing an Apprenticeship Levy which works for SMEs; helping businesses to take on tech talent; improving Local Skills Improvement Plans; and better engaging grassroots industry in a fast-moving sector which needs better coordination between people, industry and education.
Driving digital innovation at the foundations
We can ensure all businesses are able to understand and benefit from the opportunities which tech brings, through Cluster organisations taking on LEP Growth Hubs’ former role; co-designing a ‘Help to Grow’ successor delivered locally; and providing Leadership and Management support for tech SMEs.
A UK innovation policy which gives every place a chance
We can embed tech at the heart of regional development strategies by building and implementing ‘Distributed Innovation Programmes’ that design-in collaboration with ambitious companies – and by embedding the benefits of flagship national R&D programmes locally through engagement with Cluster Organisations.
Mobilising ecosystems to help businesses to start and grow
And finally, we can recognise that ‘place’ matters – by providing Tax Credit enhancements for innovation outside of the ‘Golden Triangle’; committing to an Annual Baseline report to support ecosystems; and introducing ‘Local Innovation Frameworks’ with clear KPIs to ensure publicly-funded innovation partners understand and outline how they will drive regional economic development.
