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- Scaling up
- Case study
15 June 2026
Titanium Metals: investing in efficiency, safety and growth
Upgrades have reduced lead times, improved the working environment, and enabled the business to better utilise its existing premises as it plans for future growth.
- Funding
- Tips
10 June 2026
What lenders and investors actually look for from SMEs
One of the biggest misconceptions among small businesses is that lenders and investors only care about turnover.
- Blog
- Innovation
03 June 2026
WMG at the University of Warwick champions future sustainable manufacturing leaders through supply chain diversification initiative
Shaping the next generation of manufacturing leaders.
- Funding
- Tips
03 June 2026
Cash flow forecasting explained simply
Businesses that regularly monitor cash flow are often able to make decisions earlier, avoid unnecessary stress and identify opportunities for sustainable growth.
- Blog
- Innovation
28 May 2026
SME manufacturers key to West Midlands sustainable growth drive
From its industrial heritage to its more recent reputation for advanced manufacturing, digital technology and green innovation, the region continues to evolve.
- Funding
- Tips
21 May 2026
The 7 drivers of growth that every business should understand
Improving profitability is not always about finding huge numbers of new customers.
- Funding
- Tips
20 May 2026
How to fund business growth through your customers
For many businesses, the most sustainable source of growth funding is already sitting in front of them: their customers.
- Export
- Case study
19 May 2026
Smethwick manufacturer accelerates international growth through export support
Passenger Lift Solutions has expanded into new international markets with support from the Export Support Programme. Tailored guidance on logistics, routes to market and international partnerships has helped the company secure new global opportunities and strengthen its export strategy.