DIGITAL > BURNLEY
DIGITAL > BURNLEY
INTRODUCTION
Burnley is on a journey of digital transformation - evolving from its industrial roots into a vibrant, connected, and innovation-driven economy. This Digital Vision sets out our ambition and commitment to creating an environment where technology-led businesses can start, scale, and thrive. It outlines how the council, alongside partners in education, business, and the wider region, will foster a sustainable ecosystem that supports innovation, investment, and inclusive growth.
Digital Burnley has been led by the Burnley Tech Network - a group of businesses and individuals who are passionate about Burnley
and are dedicated to developing the digital tech economy within the area. The purpose of the Network is to cultivate a dynamic and interconnected ecosystem that drives innovation and creates opportunities.
This document serves as a roadmap for stakeholders, a guiding framework for local leadership, and a confidence builder for investors and partners. It is designed to ensure alignment, clarity, and collective focus as we work together to shape a dynamic digital and technological ecosystem - one that supports innovation, empowers people and businesses, and delivers long-term value for Burnley and the wider region.
<contents>
04 >our vision
05 {growing through digital}
06 >context & rationale
07 {what is digi tech? & national context}
08 >context & rationale
09 {regional context}
10 >burnley digital tech sector
11 {burnley tech network}
12 >case studies {gener8spaces} {fdm digital solutions}
13 {ams neve} {seriun}
14 >opportunities & challenges
16 >our education partners {university of lancashire burnley}
17 {burnley college}
18 >how we deliver
20 >our action plan
<our vision>
The vision is to position Burnley as a leading area for tech businesses.
BURNLEY: BUILT ON GRIT. GROWING THROUGH DIGITAL
Burnley is a borough that has never waited for permission to succeed.
We were and still are built on industry, innovation and hard work. When the world changed, we didn’t stand still - we adapted. We showed this during the Industrial Revolution and we still show this now in 2026.
When outdated perceptions threatened to hold us back, we chose to take control of our own story.
In 2009, Burnley launched one of the UK’s most ambitious and enduring place brands: Burnley. co.uk. Not as a shiny PR exercise, but as a shared commitment between public and private sectors to back the borough, champion its strengths and build a confident future together. Since then, hundreds of millions of pounds of investment have followed, national perception has shifted and the Burnley Bondholders network has become a benchmark for place-led collaboration across the UK.
The foundations were always here: world-class manufacturing and engineering, strong further and higher education, a resilient business base and a talented, hard-working population. What changed was our willingness to be bold about who we are and where we’re going.
A BOROUGH ALREADY DOING DIGITAL
Burnley’s digital and tech sector is not a future ambition; it is a present-day reality. Digital businesses are growing here at pace, embedded across manufacturing, professional services, health, construction, retail and the creative industries. Digital jobs growth has outstripped national averages.
Businesses are choosing Burnley for its connectivity, affordability, talent pipeline and quality of life. We have community, an entrepreneurial spirit and a resolve and loyalty that you don’t get in a big city. We’re close to Manchester and Leeds, but with the space, affordability and focus to deliver at pace, doing things our own way.
This growth hasn’t happened by accident. It’s been driven by collaboration: between businesses, educators, investors and Burnley Council.
We back entrepreneurs - they’re not just another number in a big city. We invest in skills. We create the conditions for innovation to thrive, not just in tech firms, but across the wider economy. Burnley doesn’t chase trends. We apply technology practically, inclusively and at scale.
THE NEXT STEP IN OUR JOURNEY
This digital agenda is a clear statement of intent. By 2030, Burnley will be recognised as a leading digital and technology hub in the North of England, known for turning ambition into action and innovation into opportunity.
We will grow a larger, thriving digital and tech sector, supporting startups, freelancers, scale-ups and established firms to innovate, collaborate and expand.
Create dedicated digital and tech space, with flexible workplaces, innovation labs and environments designed for collaboration and R&D.
Continue to build a strong talent pipeline, linking schools, colleges and universities directly to employers and real-world opportunities.
Embed digital across every sector, helping traditional industries adopt new technologies and remain competitive. Champion collaboration, locally and nationally, positioning Burnley as a connected partner within the wider UK tech ecosystem.
Ensure opportunity is shared, so residents across the borough can access skills, careers and high-value digital roles. This is about more than technology. It’s about prosperity, productivity and pride of place.
OUR INVITATION TO YOU
Burnley’s story has always been one of progress through partnership.
This strategy is an invitation - to investors, digital businesses, educators and policymakers - to be part of the next chapter. To work with a place that is confident in its identity, serious about delivery, and ambitious for its people.
Burnley is ready. Not just to participate in the digital economy, but to help shape it.
WILL YOU JOIN US?
<context & rationale> DIGITAL & TECHNOLOGY SECTOR
There are several reasons for why creating a supportive environment for tech businesses is important to the borough.
WHAT IS DIGI-TECH?
When we talk about digital and tech, we need to be clear about what we mean. The below are a broad but not exclusive range of roles and business types that form what is considered within scope of the terms Coding, Programming, Software Engineering, Web and App Development, Digital Marketing, Cyber Security, Managed Service Providers, DevOps, AI/Machine Learning, Internet of Things, Cloud Administration/Architecture, IT Management/Consultancy/Support, Network Infrastructure Specialists.
The sector will drive innovation, support local businesses to scale including the foundational sectors and support Industry 4.0 unlocking new growth in supply chains such as smart manufacturing, automation, cyber, creative tech and AI. There are clear opportunities within foundational sectors to adopt new digital technologies to deliver productivity gains and better services.
NATIONAL CONTEXT
Over the past decade, the UK’s digital sector has experienced substantial employment growth. Notably, the field of computer programming saw an increase of approximately 274,000 employees between 2011 and 2021. By 2023, the digital sector accounted for about 5.6% of all filled jobs in the UK, highlighting its significant role in the national employment landscape
Digital and tech roles typically command aboveaverage salaries, with the UK tech sector offering median wages around 50% higher than the national average. The demand for digital skills is rising across all industries, from advanced manufacturing to creative media.
The sector promotes social mobility by providing career opportunities that do not always require traditional academic routes, instead emphasising digital skills and vocational training. A thriving tech industry also attracts young talent and entrepreneurs, helping to future-proof Burnley’s workforce and retain skilled professionals.
The Government Industrial Strategy focusses on 8 identified “growth driving sectors” one of which is digital and technologies. Supporting the growth of the digital and tech sector is crucial for fostering economic development at the local level, aligning with the UK government’s strategy. The government’s focus on expanding digital infrastructure, increasing investment in digital skills, and driving innovation through R&D offers a strong foundation for local authorities to leverage technology as a key driver of economic growth.
By nurturing the digital economy locally, we can enhance productivity, create high-skilled jobs, and improve public services, contributing to the broader national goals of increasing the UK’s digital economy’s value and achieving sustainable, inclusive growth. As the government estimates, the digital sector’s growth can generate significant job opportunities and economic value, and local initiatives that align with national strategies can ensure that these benefits are realised in local communities, leading to stronger regional economies and a more equitable distribution of prosperity.
<context & rationale> WHERE ARE WE NOW?
The starting point is to look at where we are now and how we compare regionally and nationally to set benchmarks and goals for what we want to achieve
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REGIONAL CONTEXT
The Lancashire Growth Plan 2025 identifies five sectoral strengths including Digitalisation and AI. Lancashire is uniquely positioned to lead in sustainable digital growth. The North West hosts the UK’s second-largest cyber cluster, with over 300 companies and around 12,000 professionals. Lancashire benefits from transatlantic digital connectivity, access to renewable energy, and a central role in the emerging Northwest Cyber Corridor. This positions the county to harness AI-driven innovation, create high-value digital jobs, and address the environmental and social impacts of digital transformation.
The Northwest Cyber Corridor is a dynamic and rapidly expanding hub for cyber security excellence. Spanning from Lancashire to Manchester and encompassing Cumbria, Merseyside, and Cheshire, the term “Northwest Cyber Corridor” was introduced during the announcement of the National Cyber Force’s (NCF) new headquarters at Samlesbury in Lancashire.
The NCF’s relocation to Samlesbury signifies a strategic investment in the UK’s cyber security infrastructure and a commitment to regional development. By leveraging the North West’s existing cyber expertise, the NCF aims to strengthen national security and contribute to the economic vitality of the area. Furthermore, digital innovation can enhance public services, education, and connectivity, improving overall quality of life for residents.
Supporting the growth of the digital and tech sector is a strategic way to attract future investment, as it signals a forward-thinking, innovation-driven environment that appeals to investors. By fostering a thriving digital economy, local authorities create an attractive ecosystem for startups, scale-ups, and global tech companies looking to invest in regions with strong infrastructure, digital skills, and a supportive policy environment.
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57 27 than the median local salary
Digital jobs growth from 2012-2017 in the area
Tech sector jobs in Burnley pay more
Burnley based tech businesses generate & create
£171m per year
£45m in GVA
<burnley digital tech sector> CREATING BURNLEY’S DIGITAL AND TECH CLUSTER
Burnley is a place of reinvention once known for textiles and its rich industrial heritage it is now home to global organisations, advanced engineering firms and a thriving tech and digital community.
Burnley is a friendly, collaborative, and creative community built on a legacy of innovation and resilience that dates to the industrial revolution.
Today, we blend our rich heritage with forwardthinking ambition, fostering an environment where businesses, individuals, education and the public sector thrive together. Our town is characterised by its welcoming spirit, a shared commitment to progress, and a collective drive to create a prosperous future for all.
The Lancashire Digi Tech sector is worth more than £1bn, with 4000 tech businesses and over 30,000 professionals. The County also has strengths in Advanced Manufacturing, is part of the 4th largest global aerospace clusters and has significant defence capabilities with applied digital technologies.
The Lancashire Digital Strategy 2022 identifies Burnley as one of the key clusters in the County. In 2013 Burnley was recognised by Tech Nation as one of the fastest growing digital towns in the UK.
Burnley has 322 active Digital and Technology Businesses with above average growth potential
(Growth Flag July 2025), was ranked 29th out of 63 for New Economy firms (Centre for Cities) and with a digi-tech sector worth £45m GVA per annum. The median Salary for a digi-tech worker in Burnley is 57% higher than the median salary for the town.
Burnley is now also home to a newly expanded University of Lancashire campus. With courses ranging from Digital Forensics to Networking and Infrastructure, the University is well placed to meet the needs of growing tech business in the area. Having a dedicated University campus in Burnley also shows the scale and level of ambition that the town has.
Through our UK SPF allocation, Burnley Council has also engaged IN4Group to deliver their Modern Worker for the Modern Workplace programme. Supporting 11 local businesses, the programme allows participants to understand how applying AI and foundational data can increase productivity. Utilising all three major suppliers of AI tools (AWS, Microsoft and Google) delegates will gain qualifications and create real world differences in their business through expert tuition.
BURNLEY TECH NETWORK
The Burnley Tech Network is growing rapidly. Members of the Burnley Tech Network, as founders and leaders of local tech businesses, play a central role as ambassadors for the town. By sharing their experiences, promoting best practice, and connecting with peers, they actively champion Burnley as a place where digital and technology businesses can start, scale, and thrive. Their collective expertise not only drives collaboration within the network but also helps attract new businesses, investment, and talent to the area. In doing so, they strengthen the local tech ecosystem, showcase Burnley’s innovation potential, and contribute to building a vibrant, sustainable community where tech businesses are supported and celebrated.
GENER8 transforms the way people learn, train, and experience their environments. Their intuitive interactive software can turn a room into a realistic, simulated space.
Just as you use touch, sound, and visuals on your phone to interact with apps, people use Gener8 spaces to actively interact with lifelike environments instead of just passively watching a screen.
Designers turn complex ideas from organisations into clear, engaging interactive experiences. They work closely with educators, trainers, and subject experts so staff can practise key skills and students can retain knowledge and apply it in real situations.
Gener8 has helped hundreds of teams and organisations around the world turn from passive to active learners, practicing real tasks without risk, all backed by reliable software and responsive customer support
The technology has been used by customers across sectors including Education, Healthcare, Corporate and Sensory; enabling users to experience real world situations in a fully digital environment.
From practicing emergency scenarios in a simulated hospital ward interacting with a virtual patient, to being fully immersed in a sensory environment; if a client can imagine a scenario, Gener8 can bring it to life.
Automation and production knowledge. They have grown over the years expanding into multiple sectors such as Aerospace, F1, Hypercars and Automotive to name a few. FDM
Digital Solutions have a highly skilled team of engineering minded people to create production solutions to match the fast paced ever changing needs of the manufacturing world today.
FDM Digital is the UK’s leader in polymer Additive Manufacturing and
minded solutions means FDM can apply all this rich knowledge to work with a wide variety of customers from various sectors to choose the right design, technology and material for their application. FDM have recently invested in the latest Large Format Additive Manufacturing hybrid 5-Axis milling machine, capable of printing and machining parts up to 4metres x 2metres x 1metre in high performance polymers.
AMS NEVE is a world-leading manufacturer of professional audio equipment, renowned for setting global standards in analogue and digital sound technology. With a heritage spanning over five decades, the company designs and builds iconic recording consoles, digital processing systems and broadcast solutions that are used in the world’s most prestigious studios, live venues and post-production facilities.
AMS Neve’s products have shaped the sound of modern music, film and television, trusted by leading artists, producers and broadcasters worldwide. Their commitment to innovation has been recognised through numerous industry awards, including two Oscars®, a Grammy™ and
an Emmy™, and five Queen’s/King’s Awards for Enterprise, reflecting both technical excellence and international success. By combining traditional craftsmanship with advanced digital engineering, AMS Neve continues to push the boundaries of audio quality and reliability.
Operating from its Burnley headquarters, AMS Neve demonstrates how global leadership can be built from local expertise. Over 85% of its production is exported to ninety countries, supporting high-value creative industries worldwide while sustaining skilled jobs and specialist manufacturing in East Lancashire. AMS Neve stands as a flagship example of a world-class digital and manufacturing business with deep local roots and global impact.
SERIUN is a leading Managed Service Provider and Managed Security Service Provider based in Burnley. Delivering cuttingedge IT support, advanced cybersecurity solutions, telecom services, and AI-driven innovations to businesses across the UK.
Keeping your systems running so your team can focus on what matters - growing your business. No downtime, no stress, just reliable tech that works when you need it.
Cybercrime is everywhere. Seriun protect your data and reputation with advanced tools that stop attacks before they happen. That means peace of mind and
Clear calls and fast internet keep your business moving. VoIP and connectivity solutions make sure your team and customers can always reach each other without interruptions.
AI isn’t just for big corporations. Seriun help you automate tasks, predict trends and make smarter decisions. That means saving time, cutting costs and finding new ways to grow.
Seriun has recently invested in a new state-of-the-art office in Burnley to support our growing team and enhance collaboration. This expansion reflects our commitment to innovation and delivering world-class IT, AI, and security
<opportunities & challenges> UTILISING OUR STRENGTHS AND TACKLING THE BARRIERS
Based on conversations with the sector and key stakeholders we have identified the following opportunities and challenges that we need to work on collectively.
OPPORTUNITIES
COMMUNITY
The existence of a bourgeoning and active digi tech network supported by a wider Lancashire ecosystem provides a springboard for collaboration, investment, scale ups and growth.
STRATEGIC LOCATION
Burnley’s location with strong links to Manchester, Leeds, and Lancashire’s innovation corridor positions it to serve as a cross-regional connector - linking clusters in Samlesbury, Lancaster, Bradford, and beyond to form part of a broader Northern Tech Arc.
DEFENCE AND CYBER
The town’s heritage in defence sector and its proximity to the National Cyber Force at Salmesbury.
DRIVING SMART INDUSTRY ADOPTION
Burnley’s industrial legacy provides a foundation to become a national leader in Industry 4.0helping traditional sectors like manufacturing, engineering, and logistics integrate digital tools, automation, and AI to boost productivity.
DEVELOPING A FUTURE-READY WORKFORCE
With strong education providers like Burnley College and University of Lancashire, Burnley can build a world-class pipeline of digital, creative, and technical talent - aligned with industry needs through bootcamps, apprenticeships, and employer partnerships.
CHAMPIONING INCLUSIVE DIGITAL INNOVATION
By focusing on accessibility, digital inclusion, and community-first approaches, Burnley can become a model for how smaller towns can lead transformation that benefits everyone - not just a city thing.
CHALLENGES
• BRIGHT LIGHTS
Loss of new-start or growing businesses to Manchester and Leeds in search of talant
• SPACE TO GROW
the town has limited Grade A office space and places for co-location and collaboration
• SKILLS
Obtaining/retaining people with the right skill base ensuring that the talent pool is large enough to support NCF without a negative impact on the region’s SMEs
• HIDDEN
Locating and engaging with smaller and new-start tech businesses particularly those with potential to “scale”
• ACCESS TO FINANCE
Understanding the funding landscape and opportunities for finance for tech business
OPPORTUNITIES
<our education partners
> UNIVERSITY OF LANCASHIRE BURNLEY – BURNLEY COLLEGE
The University of Lancashire has a growing Burnley campus located in former mills in a stunning canal side location. The University works in partnership with businesses to support innovation, productivity and long-term growth. Through a combination of skills development, applied research and business support, the University help organisations adopt new technologies, develop talent and turn ideas into commercial outcomes.
BUILDING DIGITAL SKILLS AND FUTURE TALENT
The University support employers to strengthen their workforce through Degree Apprenticeships, CPD and industry-aligned training across digital, engineering and technology disciplines.
INNOVATION AND KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) enable businesses to work with university experts to deliver innovation-focused projects that improve productivity and competitiveness. Part-funded by Innovate UK, KTPs provide access to specialist knowledge, technology and a dedicated KTP Associate to drive applied change within your organisation.
The University supports collaborative research, joint funding bids and applied innovation projects focused on digital transformation and technology adoption.
FACILITIES AND TAILORED BUSINESS SUPPORT
Businesses can access specialist facilities, advanced equipment and flexible meeting and event spaces across our Campuses. This includes our stateof-the-art Engineering Innovation Centre (EIC) where you can access a broad range of innovative equipment and technologies and book highquality meeting rooms in a vibrant environment.
The Centre for SME and Enterprise Development provides free membership and targeted support for growing businesses.
From developing digital skills to delivering innovation, the University of Lancashire is a trusted partner for tech-led businesses seeking practical, outcomes-focused support.
Burnley College has positioned itself as a regional leader in technical education by combining cutting-edge facilities with strong industry partnerships to address critical skills gaps in cybersecurity and advanced manufacturing.
Through its state-of-the-art Security Operations Centre (SOC), launched in 2024, students gain handson experience simulating real-world cyber incidents. The College’s CyberFirst Gold status, awarded by the National Cyber Security Centre, reflects its commitment to excellence in cybersecurity education. Supported by government-backed initiatives, Burnley College equips learners, apprentices and individuals with high-demand digital skills, while working closely with employers to ensure curricula meet industry needs. These efforts create a robust pipeline of skilled professionals ready to tackle the UK’s cyber skills shortage and safeguard the digital economy.
In advanced manufacturing, Burnley College plays a pivotal role as a key partner in the Lancashire & Cumbria Institute of Technology, delivering higherlevel technical education in STEM fields. Significant
investment in technology - including 5-axis CNC machines, robotic automation, and cutting-edge tool management systems - ensures learners gain practical experience aligned with industry standards. Collaborating with leading aerospace and automotive firms, the College shapes responsive curricula and strengthens talent pipelines through initiatives such as Future Skills for Advanced Manufacturing. By integrating advanced engineering education with employer engagement, Burnley College supports local businesses, fosters innovation, and drives regional economic growth in high-value sectors.
GOING FORWARD WITH NEW INNOVATION {INDUSTRY 4.0 TECHNOLOGY}
Burnley College has secured funding to revolutionise our Engineering and Manufacturing Centre of
Excellence. This transformation will integrate cuttingedge technologies, including the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Virtual/Mixed Reality (VR/XR), ensuring students gain the dual skill sets demanded by employers and essential for the transition to Industry 4.0. At the heart of these developments is the creation of an Insights Hub - an advanced monitoring and data analytics centre designed to act as a catalyst for delivering a Connected Curriculum informed by industry needs so that we can embed the latest digital and automated technologies into teaching and learning. Learners and employers will be able to monitor machine efficiency, maintenance requirements and interdependencies across operations. Access to real-time data will allow them to analyse key metrics, test scenarios and understand the impact of decisions on Overall Equipment Effectiveness, enhancing sustainability and enabling predictive and preventative maintenance.
WHY IT MATTERS
By integrating advanced digital and engineering education with employer engagement, Burnley College is not only building futures for learners but also driving regional economic growth and competitiveness in the face of rapid technological change.
<how we will deliver> KEY PARTNERS WORKING TOWARDS A COMMON GOAL
Burnley has a core group of partners across the public, private and education sectors. Coming together allows us to deliver a supportive environment allowing tech businesses to launch, grow and innovate.
VERSITYOFLANCASHIRE
BURNLEY TECH NETWORK
NORTHERN REACH
Have been our key partner in creating the existing Burnley Tech Network; finding and engaging with the local tech sector businesses, hosting and facilitating tech-based events and hosting workshops and feedback sessions. Their role is to continue to build the Burnley Tech Network, growing the community and continuing to engage with relevant businesses. They will also continue to provide networking and community events on relevant subjects and providing feedback on the needs of the businesses.
BURNLEY COUNCIL
Will act as the lead on this project working with all partners, driving the action points and discussions, collating feedback from all stakeholders and working towards feasibility and funding for a physical digital hub in the town. The Council has also funded the work of Northern Reach utilising their expertise in building tech-based communities.
BURNLEY COLLEGE/ UNIVERSITY OF LANCASHIRE
Our two key further and higher education partners will work with the tech network from an educational perspective ensuring that curriculum meets the needs of the businesses in this sector. Also to look at how to increase opportunities to encourage start-up businesses in tech by students.
PRIVATE SECTOR LEADS
As the Burnley Tech Network has grown, several members have emerged as being very highly engaged. These are founders that have started their own tech businesses and then grown to be successful SMEs. The experience they have is invaluable to current and future members being able to offer advice and guidance having “been there and done that”. They have been speakers and panellists on previous events sharing their expertise, and there is potential to develop this further into providing digital mentors for new start and early-stage businesses in the network.
LANCASHIRE DIGITAL HUB
The Lancashire Digital Hub plays a central role in creating a recognised and vibrant tech business community by providing a focal point for digital innovation, collaboration and growth across the county. The Hub brings together tech businesses, start-ups, scale-ups, investors and support organisations through a programme of events, networking, skills development and business support activity. The Lancashire Digital Hub acts as a connector beyond the town, linking local businesses into the wider Lancashire digital ecosystem. Their established profile and reach will help position Burnley as an active contributor to the county’s digital economy, reinforcing the ambition to develop a strong, well-connected and sustainable tech business community.
BURNLEY BONDHOLDERS
Our 200+ strong business network; Burnley Bondholders has been established for 15 years and brings together businesses of all sizes and sectors with the common goal of promoting Burnley as a place to work, live, invest and visit. The Bondholders have created a powerful and influential voice for the town and its business community, fostering collaboration and putting Burnley firmly on the map. There are several opportunities here. One way is to utilise the tech network to help with digital transformation in non-tech businesses. Digital transformation is critical to business survival and growth, and we can use members of the Burnley Tech Network to help members of the Bondholders to achieve this change, using locally based companies benefiting all parties.
FHUNDED
Has been developed to create a network of investors for Lancashire businesses linking funders with founders. They act as a valuable starting point for tech businesses looking to raise finance and so will be utilised through conversations and events to ensure our tech-based sector are aware of the funding options to start or develop their business.
<our action plan
> HOW WE DELIVER
We will work collaboratively to deliver the following priorities:
KEY PRIORITIES FOR THE BURNLEY TECH NETWORK
• Deliver high impact events with industry leaders
• Deliver workshops on emerging technologies and cybersecurity
• Organise inclusive events to support women in tech
Community
Building
Talent
Pipeline
• Share insights on emerging and future technologies
• Develop platforms to connect peers, mentors, and collaborators
• Host events that foster social and business interactions
• Strengthen local supply chain opportunities to support business grow
• Improve access to local digital talent
• Foster a supportive, collaborative tech community
• Assess local business needs to address skills shortages and workforce development
• Promote Burnley’s tech strengths to encourage wider engagement and innovation
• Explore opportunities for shared apprenticeships
• Strengthen partnerships with educational institutions for training and apprenticeships embedding cyber and AI skills
• Encourage collaborative projects across the sector
Collaboration & Innovation
Access to Finance
Mentorship & Support
Burnley Digi
Tech Brand
• Create forums for sharing challenges and developing joint solutions
• Create dedicated spaces for collaboration
• Develop collaboration between Digi Tech and Advanced Manufacturing sectors
• Provide information and guidance on available funding sources
• Share insights into grants for tech initiatives and R&D
• Help scaling businesses to get investment ready
• Launch mentorship programmes linking experienced professionals with those seeking growth
• Facilitate group learning sessions to build management and leadership skills
• Increase visibility of local tech companies
• Promote awareness of key players and industry leaders in Burnley
• Develop Brand Awareness of Burnley as a Digi Tech Town
