DigitalCity

DigitalCity is an organisation that promotes a digital economy across the Tees Valley in north-east England. It connects businesses with the knowledge, skills and expertise needed to use digital technology, from new start-ups to established firms.

What DigitalCity offers

• Start-up support — nurtures new digital businesses and provides hubs where they can grow.
• Business growth through digital — helps traditional businesses use digital innovation.
• Sector research — gives businesses research and expertise to improve competitiveness.
• Industry 4.0 readiness — helps firms prepare for automation and digital supply chains.
• Skills and talent — builds digital know-how in people and businesses.

Who it works with

It supports digital start-ups, small and medium-sized businesses, and larger companies that want digital at the centre of how they work.

Key facts

• Based in: Tees Valley, United Kingdom
• Businesses created: it reports a direct impact on 286 businesses and 700 jobs
• Businesses supported: over 650 digital and creative firms and over 100 in the wider SME market