Made Smarter - Leadership and Management

Helping London manufacturers adopt the right digital tools

Made Smarter supports small and medium-sized manufacturing businesses to embrace digital technologies, improve productivity and accelerate growth.

Delivered by London & Partners, the programme provides tailored support, expert guidance and funding opportunities to help manufacturers across London take the next step in their digital transformation journey.

The Made Smarter mission

The Made Smarter adoption programme empowers manufacturing and engineering businesses across London to harness the benefits of digital technology.

Delivered by London & Partners in collaboration with academic and industry partners, the programme combines:

• Bespoke digital technology advice
• Strategic business support
• In-person and online workshops
• Leadership training and workforce development
• Funding opportunities for technology adoption

What Made Smarter offers

• 1-1 Advice
  You'll receive tailored guidance from technology specialists based on your business needs.
• Leadership Training
  Develop the skills and knowledge needed to lead digital transformation through a dedicated Leadership and Management course.
• Roadmapping
  Take part in a digital acceleration session and receive a bespoke digital roadmap for your business.
• Workforce Development
  Build confidence and capability across your organisation through workforce development and upskilling opportunities.
• Digital Readiness Support
  Access practical advice to help ensure your organisation is prepared for successful digital transformation.
• Manufacturing Site Visits
  Visit exemplar manufacturing facilities and see industrial digital technologies in action.
• Grant Funding
  Eligible businesses may apply for match-funded grants of up to £20,000 towards the purchase of hardware and software.
• Digital Interns
  Access support from digital interns who can help with digital adoption strategy and implementation.

Programme eligibility

To qualify for the Made Smarter London programme, your business must:

• Operate within the manufacturing or engineering sector
• Have a manufacturing facility located within the M25
• Be classified as an SME or micro business
• Demonstrate an ambition to adopt digital technologies