Join us for a hands-on and interactive workshop series on technology-based product development, brought to you by CEMET! Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned professional, this event is perfect for anyone interested in turning their innovative ideas into reality.
Through a blend of tutorials, expert guidance, and practical exercises, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of technology's role in product development, from ideation to execution.
Register your interest in the fully funded 6-week programme today!
*Please note: Limited spaces! Only individuals/businesses living/operating in Carmarthenshire are eligible to apply for the programme. Your space is not confirmed until a member of the team contacts you.
The 6-week Programme:
A pragmatic, hands-on, tutorial-based approach to simplifying and improving your product development plan, setting up your ideas, scope, goals and roadmap for future success.
Drawing on nine years of CEMET’s work with micro, small, and medium enterprises, this programme helps attendees look at their project idea with a practical, objective focus. The programme aims to challenge the existing product idea and help improve its potential for success by looking at the kinds of technology available, the true nature of the project’s future users, as well as providing insight into prototyping and testing project assumptions prior to development.
Over six weeks, participants will delve into key topics such as idea validation, user-centric design, prototyping, feature prioritisation, and post-launch strategies. Each session is tailored to foster critical thinking and facilitate actionable outcomes, culminating in the creation of a personalised roadmap for future development.
Why join?
Led by industry experts, the programme offers a supportive learning environment where attendees can collaborate, receive feedback, and refine their concepts. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this programme is designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in today's dynamic market landscape.
Key Highlights:
Gain practical insights from industry experts with nine years of experience.
Explore the intersection of technology and business to refine your product concept.
Develop essential skills in idea validation, user testing, and feature prioritisation.
Create a tailored roadmap for your project's future development.
Access specialised support and guidance throughout the programme.
Who Should Attend:
Individuals based or living in Carmarthenshire.
Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking to understand the role of technology in business growth.
Micro and small business owners embarking on their product journey.
No technical knowledge or polished ideas are required – all levels of experience are welcome!
How the programme is delivered:
The programme will be delivered in person at the Carmarthenshire Enterprise Hub on the first, third and fifth week of the programme, the weeks in between are opportunities for you to access online support and refine learnings.
Week 1 – 20th Feb (in person)
Confidence-checking the idea
Determining the potential for digital transformation
Determining the right users and customers
Week 2 – 27th Feb
Development of learning from the previous week
Online support and optional one-to-one check in’s
Week 3 – 5th March (in person)
Implementing paper prototyping and user testing
Managing expectations about the scale of your product
Week 4 – 12th March
Development of learning from the previous week
Online support and optional one-to-one check in’s
Week 5 – 19th March (in person)
Determining product features using MoSCoW
Building the post-launch roadmap
What skills can you bring
Week 6 - 26th March
Development of learning from the previous week
Online support and optional final check in’s
This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
CEMET - The Centre of Excellence in Mobile and Emerging Technologies support businesses with access to R&D, software and hardware development. Working alongside you, CEMET utilises leading-edge emerging technology to create innovative products and services for your business that will shape the future.
From Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and the Internet of Things to iOS, Android or cross-platform apps, we have extensive experience in designing and developing software and hardware products.
Carmarthenshire Enterprise Hub - delivered by Business in Focus in partnership with Carmarthenshire County Council, offers a series of support provisions with the aims of both supporting and improving entrepreneurial opportunities for the communities of Carmarthenshire.
We offer access to free business advice and guidance and our in-house Business Advisor can support whether your business is already established or you’re at pre-start stage and need assistance to bring your idea to reality.
We are also able to offer access to co-working and networking opportunities with a range of different packages available to suit all user’s requirements, all which afford our members access to a town centre location and the ability to connect with other local businesses and services. A large portion of the Hub’s space are also available for hire and use by the local community including private meeting rooms through to larger scale exhibition space.
A dynamic events schedule of workshops, fayres, exhibitions and expert facilitated sessions will also be delivered from the Hub, often in partnership with other local providers and key partners whose services complement our own.
For more information please contact cemet@southwales.ac.uk