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SUMMARY:Get into Defence – The Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:The UK Security and Defence sectors are growing\, multi-billion-pound industries with significant opportunities for businesses of all sizes\, and we’re going to help you understand the landscape and what it takes to become supplier ready. \n\n\n\nDelivered by the North East Regional Defence & Security Cluster (NERDSC) this session will equip you with the insights\, tools\, and information on connections needed to make informed decisions and take strategic steps into the defence sector. \n\n\n\nFunded through UKDI and MOD the North East Regional Defence & Security Cluster (NERDSC) exists to strengthen the region’s position within the UK’s defence and security sector. \n\n\n\nHear from Key Partners on the fundamentals you need to enter and succeed in this market. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\n\n\nThe current defence landscape and rising investment opportunities \n\n\n\nKey players\, innovation hubs\, and regional strengths in North East England \n\n\n\nProcurement pathways including JOSCAR and DSP \n\n\n\nBid writing and tendering essentials for defence contracts \n\n\n\nCybersecurity standards and compliance requirements \n\n\n\nESG and social value strategies for defence supply chains \n\n\n\nStrategic positioning\, networking\, and growth tactics \n\n\n\nThe role of the Armed Forces Covenant in inclusive employment and market access \n\n\n\nWhy Attend:\n\n\n\nGain actionable insights from experts with over 35 years of experience \n\n\n\nBuild peer-to-peer networks and connect with regional clusters \n\n\n\nUnderstand baseline requirements and sector expectations \n\n\n\nLearn how to de-risk your business and boost resilience \n\n\n\nAccess useful contacts and resources to support your journey \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\n\n\nSME owners and decision-makers in manufacturing and service sectors \n\n\n\nBusinesses exploring diversification into defence and security \n\n\n\nEntrepreneurs seeking dual-use product strategies \n\n\n\nThe event will also provide you with valuable networking opportunities to build your network in defence and develop new and valuable connections. \n\n\n\nPlease visit the North East Regional Defence Cluster website for more information about this event. You will be required to join the cluster in order to attend the event. This is free to do and provides information and insight in to the defence sector.
URL:https://investsouthtyneside.com/event/get-into-defence-the-fundamentals/
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:BIPC Business Research Session
DESCRIPTION:BIPC North East subscribe to a broad range of detailed databases designed to help you make the most of your business idea. From company data and funding opportunities to marketing insights and business profiles\, the databases at The Word in South Shields provide access to all sorts of useful information for businesses. So\, whether you’re just starting up or already established and looking to expand\, BIPC can take you through the whole research process for every stage of your business. \n\n\n\nDatabases included Cobra\, GRANTfinder\, IbisWorld and Kompass. For further information see: https://www.bipcnortheast.co.uk/business-research/ \n\n\n\nYou can book a business research session to help you access the database information.  \n\n\n\nAppointments of up to one-hour are available each week (between 12 noon – 4pm) on a first come\, first served basis. To book please e-mail Hannah Hoare\, BIPC Library and Enterprise Outreach Officer directly: hannah.hoare@newcastle.gov.uk
URL:https://investsouthtyneside.com/event/bipc-business-research-session-18/
LOCATION:The Word\, 45 Market Place\, South Shields\, NE33 1DX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business support
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