The Workplace Innovation Fund is administered and funded by
Scottish Enterprise, Scotland's main economic development agency. Funding will
help introduce new and innovative practices in the workplace; compatible with
the key themes of people, place and practice.
Scottish Enterprise can contribute up to £5,000 for suitable
projects and may fund up to 70% of eligible costs. Applicants should therefore
be prepared to fund at least 30% of the total costs. Small-to-medium
VAT-registered business based in Scotland (excluding Highlands and Islands) may
apply, with project proposals focusing upon at least two of the following key
themes:
- People. Celebrating the benefits of diversity or rewarding and supporting the learning and development of staff members.
- Place.
Improving and maintaining a positive working environment; making use of
physical space in a creative manner and devoting time to integrating
technology.
- Practice.
Adopting fair, responsible work practices to improve productivity. For
example, building flexible working practices, creating self-managed teams
and integrating technologies.
Funding is intended to be used for core business activities.
For example, permanent salary costs and recruitment costs. There is no
prescriptive list of eligible activities however typical projects costs may
include developing potential future leaders, commissioning feasibility studies,
consultancy fees and training specialist support staff.
Applications may be made at any time through the Scottish Enterprise website.
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