Few businesses are fully equipped to crack a brand new market on their own. Whether it’s intensive support as you step into a new market, or simply an informal link to a useful mentor, help is at hand.
The right direction
Which are the markets that are right for your business? Scottish Enterprise can help inspire your thinking with our Winning Through Innovation workshops, help with product manufacturing through our free SMAS review and new product development.
See how Mackintosh of Glendaveny found support and partners to launch a great idea into new markets
The right connections
Getting the right people on your side can be half the battle – whether that’s sector support within Scottish Enterprise, or a successful businessperson in the GlobalScot network who’s willing to share insight on your target market.
See how expert mentors helped Scottish food and gift outlet Fraser Balgowan reach new markets.
The right support abroad
If your strategy is pointing you towards international markets, Scottish Development International (SDI) can help kick-start your plans. From research and analysis to help in visiting foreign markets and setting up a base abroad, SDI offers a range of expert support.
A free export assessment could make your direction clearer, while the Smart Exporter initiative is designed to give you tailor-made support – be it over a few hours or a few months.
The right expertise
If you’re looking to launch a new innovation or diversify into a new field, Scottish Enterprise could be a useful ally.
Sector specific help as varied as our Food and Drink Forums, low carbon built environment support and nuclear supply chain help may be the launchpads you need. Further events, support and mentoring are available to help businesses with bright ideas turn them into market-ready products.Scotland’s huge research expertise means there’s always a host of bright ideas, ripe for commercialisation. Or you could track down a potential partner for a fruitful collaboration.
See how telecoms enterprise Kube got support to take a strategic step towards new markets.
Call Scottish Enterprise today on 0845 607 8787 to find out how we can support your business.