This workshop helps SMEs move from insight to action by applying structured innovation thinking in a practical, hands-on environment. Grounded in the Diagnose – Connect – Evolve approach, participants will deepen their understanding of key challenges, collaborate to develop solutions, and define clear pathways to implementation.

Format: Facilitated Group Innovation Sprint

Delivered by: Maria Cosgrove, Anu Innovation

Participants will identify the timeline, resources, budget, and supports required to bring strong concepts to life over the coming months, creating a clear 180-day pathway to implementation and growth. The session is practical, structured, and outcome-focused, ensuring that learning is immediately applicable to real SME contexts.

Intended Outcomes

By the end of the workshop, participants will have:

• A clearer understanding of innovation thinking in practice

• Experience applying a structured problem-solving approach

• A collaboratively developed and evaluated solution concept

• Greater confidence in testing and refining ideas

• Clarity on what is required to implement and scale viable solutions

This workshop that strengthens innovation capability while delivering tangible, actionable outputs aligned to real business needs.