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Small & Medium Enterprises

Technology for SMEs

Discover resources specifically designed for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to leverage technology for growth. We understand the unique challenges SMEs face, from limited budgets to resource constraints, and provide practical, scalable solutions.

Our SME-focused content covers accessible technologies, cost-effective digital tools, and strategies that deliver quick wins without requiring massive investments. Learn how other SMEs have successfully adopted AI, cloud computing, and data analytics to compete with larger organisations.

Whether you’re looking to improve operational efficiency, enhance customer experiences, or explore new business models, our resources help SMEs make informed technology decisions. We focus on practical implementations that deliver measurable value and can scale as your business grows.

Europe's '2030 Digital Compass' and manufacturing

Europe's '2030 Digital Compass' and manufacturing

The 2030 Digital Compass aims to digitally transform Europe by the end of the decade. It aims to strengthen digital infrastructure and facilitate digital transformation of businesses and the public sector. At its core will be a framework that allows businesses and services to go digital in keeping with European values.

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Selected for Procter & Gamble Supplier Academy 2021

Selected for Procter & Gamble Supplier Academy 2021

The Procter & Gamble Supplier Academy is a partnership between P&G and WEConnect International, providing training for majority women-owned businesses.

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We’ve been shortlisted - Wales Start-Up Awards 2021

We’ve been shortlisted - Wales Start-Up Awards 2021

After a tough year with many highs and lows we are in the running for Innovative Start-up of the year and Valleys Start-Up of the Year. The awards will be taking place on September 9 at the Depot, Cardiff.

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Funding for AI use cases and much more - AIPlan4EU

Funding for AI use cases and much more - AIPlan4EU

At Nightingale HQ we recently submitted our AI use-cases to the AIPlan4EU to potentially develop them further. Find out how you can get yours funded and all about the new European AI on Demand Platform.

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Innovation funding with EIC Accelerator

Innovation funding with EIC Accelerator

Here at Nightingale HQ, we have put in for funding with the EIC Accelerator. In this article, we’ll tell you what the EIC Accelerator is and why it’s worth applying for.

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Announcing GoSmarter In A Day

Announcing GoSmarter In A Day

Our GoSmarter In A Day workshops solve one problem like processing Accounts Payable incoming invoices to demonstrate the value such automation can bring.

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What is Dynamics 365?

Dynamics 365 is a cloud-first platform providing CRM (customer relationship management) solutions for businesses. The platform takes a modular approach and offers a suite of products which can be tweaked and defined according to business needs.

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European AI Act

European AI Act

The European Commission proposes new rules and actions aiming to turn Europe into the global hub for trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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EU to recruit world-class AI researchers

EU to recruit world-class AI researchers

While Europe is a global leader in academic research of human-centric artificial intelligence we lag behind when it comes to putting research into practice.

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How can Digital Innovation Hubs support SMEs to adopt AI?

How can Digital Innovation Hubs support SMEs to adopt AI?

A workshop on “AI-standardisation landscape & the role of Digital Innovation Hubs (DHIs)” discussed the role hubs can play in supporting the uptake of AI among SMEs and how they can help technology frontrunners.

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