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Event Details
Date & Time

Wednesday, 09 July 2025

Time: 08:30 - 12:00

Location

University of Lincoln
Riseholme Campus
Lincoln
LN2 2LY

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This event will help manufacturers across the East Midlands find ways to save time, reduce waste and work smarter.

Find ways to save time, reduce waste and work smarter

This Technology Transfer Workshop is designed to help manufacturers across the East Midlands understand more about core business processes, and learn how CRM and ERP/MRP systems can help boost manufacturing business efficiency.

If you are looking for practical ideas and support that works for your business, this event will give you the tools and confidence to take action. You will hear directly from manufacturers who have already taken part in the programme, meet our digital technology specialists and explore what support is available to help you move forward. There will also be a limited number of tech providers on hand to discuss your needs and how they might be able to help.

This is a free event for East Midlands manufacturers. Breakfast, refreshments and plenty of time to network will be included.

Programme

8:30 to 9:15: Arrival, breakfast and informal networking with other manufacturers, support partners and exhibitors.

9:15 to 10:00: Welcome from the Made Smarter East Midlands team, with an update from Programme Director Dr Chris Owen, including new funded support available through the Made Smarter Programme. You’ll also be introduced to the delivery team and be able to directly discuss how they can support you in the implementation of industrial digital technology.

10:00 to 10:20: Manufacturing business process mapping and understanding core processes

10:20 to 10:50: CRM Systems – Focussed session aimed at any manufacturer considering implementing or updating their CRM system

10:50 to 11:00: Refreshment break and time to meet the exhibitors or speak to our team one to one.

11:00 to 11:30: ERP/MRP Systems – Focussed session aimed at any manufacturer considering implementing or updating their ERP/MRP system

11:30 to 12:00: Made Smarter Journeys – Hear from a panel of East Midlands based SMEs who have benefitted from Made Smarter

12:00: Event close. Additional networking and exhibition time will remain until 12.30.

Who should attend

This event is for small and medium-sized manufacturers based in the East Midlands who want to explore digital technology in a practical and manageable way. Whether you are at the beginning of your digital journey or already using some tools and want to go further, there is something here for you.

Reserve your place

Spaces are limited and are expected to fill quickly. Early booking is advised to avoid missing out.

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