News, events and general musings

by Jonathan Butters 11 March 2025
Trying to be sensible at the awards ceremony!
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12 February 2025
Delighted to be featured on the region's innovation and growth focused support platform
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5 February 2025
Smarter Problem Discovery for Commercially Successful New Products
by Jonathan Butters 23 January 2025
We have an SOC code - 3429/01
by Jonathan Butters 7 January 2025
You have to be on the ground to see the wood from the trees!
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by Jonathan Butters 4 January 2025
3D Printed parts save ancient instruments for the oldest Chinese youth orchestra in Europe 
by Jonathan Butters 12 December 2024
You'd be surprised how many products and systems are designed for men and then translated, often badly, for women
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by Jonathan Butters 12 December 2024
An innovative way to reduce landfill and get a good night's sleep
by Jonathan Butters 18 November 2024
Another round of UKRI "Design Foundations" grant funding is open - and our expertise and decades of relevant experience can help you apply!
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25 February 2023
Charlotte Corke explains that it could be just what you need to unlock innovation and creative problem solving in your organisation.
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