Digital Pathfinders has released a recent report, highlighting that the programme has attracted nearly £500,000 in investment to the North of Tyne since its inception, while also creating 32 new jobs and protecting 69 positions across the region.

Our Digital Adoption Specialists have provided over 2,000 hours of fully funded support and helped over 400 organisations so far. The team work closely with businesses, charities and social enterprises through workshops, events and one-on-one sessions on trending topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), website building and digital marketing. These services empower organisations to explore, de-risk and adopt new technologies to drive their productivity and increase their success.

Click here to read the full report.

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About the Programme

The Digital Pathfinders programme is fully-funded by the North East Combined Authority (NECA) and delivered by Digital Catapult to help organisations across Newcastle, Northumberland and North Tyneside to adopt new technology and improve their digital capabilities. The programme will continue driving productivity and performance improvements for participants until it concludes in April 2025.

This programme has been instrumental in strengthening the North East’s digital infrastructure, enabling participating deep tech companies to scale faster while meeting demand from local businesses for support in adopting new solutions.

Commenting on the findings of the Digital Pathfinders Report, Amanda Potts, Interim Head of Digital Adoption for the Digital Pathfinders programme, said:

“The Digital Pathfinders programme is more than just about adopting technology, it’s about empowering local organisations to thrive in a digital age. We’re incredibly proud of the innovation and resilience we’ve seen from businesses, charities, and social enterprises in the North of Tyne. By equipping them with the tools and knowledge they need, we’re helping to ensure that this region’s small organisations can continue to thrive and grow.”

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Final Thoughts

Join the Digital Pathfinders team at an upcoming fully funded workshop focussed around improving digital marketing strategies. Click here to get your place.

If you would like to learn more about the Digital Pathfinders programme, check out the website or get in touch by emailing: hello@digitalpathfinders.uk