Got a complex challenge you can't solve? Want to explore how emerging technologies such as AI and 3D printing can streamline your operations or create new products?

The Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMMIC) is launching a series of fully funded workshops aimed to help the region's manufacturing sector to utilise cutting-edge tech to implement new products or services.

Over four intensive days, you'll:

Identify and develop solutions to real business problems
Apply emerging technologies like automation, smart sensors, additive manufacturing and digital twins
Rapidly prototype and test ideas with minimal risk
Receive structured support to help you innovate at pace
Build internal innovation capacity — and leave with a clear action plan

Save these dates in your diary:

30 September 2025: Discovery

Uncover your internal opportunities for innovation, and turn your pain points into a specific problem statement.

9 October 2025: Refine and validate

Validate early concepts, including reviewing prototypes and taking a tech deep dive.

16 October 2025: Shape value and secure buy-in

Define a clear value proposition, more tech deep dives, prototyping and pilot test.

23 October 2025: Enable change

Readying for implementation and change management through creating an action plan.

All sessions will take place from 9:30am - 4pm at Manchester Metropolitan University's award-winning 3D additive and digital manufacturing centre, PrintCity.

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AMMIC is funded by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) Investment Zone . By completing your registration you are submitting your expression of interest to attend the programme. One of our advisors will be contacting you to discuss the programme and eligibility criteria before confirming your place. Please note only businesses with a trading address in Greater Manchester can be considered.

AMMIC Sprint: Innovate to Implement