Made Smarter Adoption — Other English Regions
Made Smarter (regional programmes)West Midlands, Yorkshire & the Humber +2£1k – £20k
Who can apply
Manufacturing SME located in a participating Made Smarter region with a digital technology adoption project.
Key criteria
- SME manufacturers (fewer than 250 employees)
- Manufacturing businesses
What it funds
Regional Made Smarter programmes (West Midlands, Yorkshire & Humber, North East, East Midlands and others) offering funded digital advice and match-funded technology grants for manufacturing SMEs; amounts vary by region.
How to apply
Register with the regional Made Smarter programme; assessment, roadmap, then grant application.
Evidence you'll need
- Supplier quotes
- Digital roadmap
- Company accounts
Last checked against the official source: 3 Jul 2026. Scheme parameters are set by the funder and can change — verify before applying, or let us do it for you.
Ask about eligibility
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