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The idea of Lean Startups comes from tech companies and is very new
Study aims to generate robust evidence with regards to investing in and strengthening Kenya's start-up and innovation ecosystem
The International Tech Hub Network (ITHN) works to forge innovation partnerships between the UK and international tech sectors, stimulate local digital economies, and build high-end digital skills to drive sustainable jobs and growth.
QUICKBLOCK’s innovative building block system enables the Armed Forces to build defensive structures rated for ballistics and blast protection
What you need to do to start a business: choose a legal structure, see if you need licences and insurance, learn about reliefs and benefits
Credo AI's Policy Pack for NYC LL-144 encodes the law’s principles into actionable requirements and adds a layer of reliability and credibility to compliance efforts.
Steps to help grow your business - finding finance, mentors, increasing sales and developing products and services
Includes self-employment and starting a business
Apply for a Start-up visa if you've been endorsed for a business idea: eligibility, documents, switch to this visa, bring your family.
This call is aimed at business incubation centres who wish to support start-up companies across the breadth of the space sector.
An evaluation of the Cyber Security Academic Startup Accelerator (CyberASAP) programme to commercialise UK academic cyber security research.
Case study from Digital Catapult.
Business plans - download free templates and get help writing a business plan
Incorporate a private limited company - register it with Companies House and rules on directors, shares, articles of association and telling HMRC about the company
Use this service to apply for government-backed innovation funding for your business
Loans and mentoring for people looking to start or grow a business in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
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