19 Phase 1 awards made to SMEs engaged in developing solutions to key NHS priorities
5 leading edge products brought to market within 2 years and available now to improve the quality of patient care
Health economics analysis completed by independent experts to help companies build their business case for commissioners
Over £3m in venture funding raised by companies involved in the programme to date
Strong clinical engagement from the region has enabled companies to truly understand the unmet need and innovate the right solution for patients and the NHS
Using public sector procurement to provide a lead customer for companies has motivated staff internally to deliver solutions
Dragons Den style assessment process encouraged companies to really assess all aspects of their technical, commercial and end user needs prior to commencing the development phase