Tag: SMEs
La Trobe launches AI Business Studio to support SME AI adoption
La Trobe University has launched a pilot AI Business Studio aimed at helping small and medium enterprises (SMEs) identify and adopt practical and responsible uses of artificial intelligence, with the university targeting support for more than 1,000 businesses during 2027 and 2028.
CSIRO opens aquaculture R&D program for Australian SMEs
Australian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) developing solutions for the aquaculture sector are being invited to apply for the latest round of CSIRO's Innovate to Grow program, which aims to help businesses develop research and development (R&D) plans and connect with researchers.
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WA agrifood and agtech manufacturers invited to apply for CSIRO R&D support program
Australia’s manufacturing-linked agrifood and agtech sectors are set to benefit from new research and development support, with CSIRO inviting Western Australian SMEs to apply for its Innovate to Grow program aimed at strengthening manufacturing innovation capability across early-stage businesses.
CSIRO and AMRF Connect launch advanced manufacturing program for SMEs
Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, has partnered with the Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility (AMRF) Connect to deliver a new advanced manufacturing program aimed at supporting small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) to strengthen their manufacturing innovation and research capability.
WA manufacturers set to benefit from new AUKUS supply chain readiness fund
The Western Australian Government has launched a new $2 million AUKUS SME Readiness Fund to help local manufacturers and defence businesses enter AUKUS supply chains, as part of efforts to create jobs and strengthen the state’s manufacturing sector.
AMGC pushes for industry-led plan to secure Australia’s manufacturing future
Dr Jens Goennemann, managing director of the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC), has urged policymakers to move beyond consultations and deliver immediate support to small and medium-sized manufacturers, warning that inaction is eroding the nation’s industrial base.
CSIRO opens applications for R&D support in critical minerals sector
Australia’s national science agency CSIRO has opened applications for its free eight-week online program, Innovate to Grow: Critical Minerals, aimed at supporting small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with research and development opportunities in the growing sector.
Australian gov’t backs SMEs to boost local manufacturing through Industry Growth Program
The Australian Government has announced that innovative businesses across the country will share in $28.7 million through the Industry Growth Program, aimed at strengthening local manufacturing and supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
CSIRO’s RISE Accelerator backs 20 Australian startups to boost renewable energy manufacturing in India
Twenty Australian startups with renewable energy innovations have been chosen for the third round of the India Australia Rapid Innovation and Startup Expansion (RISE) Accelerator, a program delivered by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, to boost global growth, particularly in manufacturing and energy sectors.
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Manufacturers should do this sooner rather than later, says precision engineer
Australian precision engineering and industrial instrumentation company CENMAC implemented ERP software when it was still a one-man operation. “I couldn’t imagine us growing to this size without MRPeasy,” says Jason Ford, Founder.
