New business opportunities from every day objects
Ever wondered…… Can I improve on the design of a simple paperclip?
Or is there any possible innovation left for the humble cardboard box?

Innovation and design aren’t simply about new products or technology. They’re also about how to improve products in everyday use, leading to reduced costs, increased usability and new business opportunities.
Are you interested in refreshing and updating your company’s products?
Come and listen to the experiences of SMEs who have created new business opportunities by re-designing everyday products.
Take part in an interactive workshop brought to you by the SME Innovation Support Programme. This will allow you to work in groups to strip down an everyday product and put it back together in a new or innovative way.Learn how you can adopt these techniques for your own business.
Learn about the activities in the design & development process that shape products in our everyday lives.