Innovation isn't Rocket Science!
Innovation is relevant for all companies, large or small, services or manufacturing. The thing is that many business owners find it hard to identify with Innovation or see how it might benefit them, or even where the opportunities might lie. Oonagh is the programme consultant for the InterTradeIreland FUSION programme in the Connacht / West Midlands region. The FUSION programme supports SMEs in identifying the opportunity and putting in place the procedures to implement innovative products or processes.
The scope of the technology may be wide ranging, covering a number of activities and applications. Potential topics include:
- New Product Development
- Process Streamlining
- Lean Manufacturing
- Waste reduction
- Improvement in Design Capabilities and so on.
If you would like to discuss whether your project would be eligible, please contact Oonagh and she will arrange to meet you. After that, the next step is for Oonagh to identify a qualified academic partner for you and will then facilitate the funding application process for you both.
Do You Need a Speaker for Your Next Event?
Oonagh is an engaging and enthusiastic speaker, and is available to talk about food business startup, SME business growth and development, female entrepreneurship, and Innovation & Creativity. Oonagh also encourages others to write and talks about how she commercialised her knowledge by capturing it in a book.
The Essential Guide to Starting Your Own Small Food Business
Now available to order online!
Have you ever thought about trying to earn some money from producing food? Are you the person everyone goes to for their lemon meringue pies, apple tarts and other desserts for family occasions or other events? Do you have a garden of rhubarb or other fruit? Do you make jam every year and give it away when you could be selling it? Do you fancy the idea of making cheese or yogurt or ice cream but don’t know where to start?
If so, then this is the book for you! Learn more ...