Digital and technology
Digitalisation paves the way to new customers.
Embrace new technology and get ahead of the competition
Investing in technology, automation and data can do a lot for our industry. It can make your business more productive, more competitive, better placed to cut emissions, and less vulnerable to labour shortages. Digitalisation paves the way to new customers.
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To benefit from innovation, businesses need access to technology, and the expertise and capital to invest in it. We have some of the world’s most technologically advanced companies and world-leading academics and researchers right here – and they’re ready to support growth. Take a look at some of the support available to you now.
Industry news & views
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Opportunity North East Limited and Scottish EDGE announced the winners of #RegionalEDGENorthEast 2026, after a day of live pitching, in which five ambitious, high-growth startups shared a £100,000 prize fund to help accelerate their next stage of growth.
Last week saw Lewis and Harris welcome no less than four Michelin starred chefs and industry figures to the islands to learn about the culinary heritage of the Outer Hebrides, meet producers and experience the outstanding local food and drink offer first-hand.
Jackton Distillery is raising a glass to spring with ‘Cocktail Week’, a four-day celebration of bold serves, brilliant atmosphere and a Secret Menu available for one long weekend only.