From idea to a testable product - Innovation Finance Hub

Who is it for?

Founders testing an idea, teams with a prototype, and startups seeking technology partners or a growth plan.

Stage	Key question	Output
Discovery	Who needs this and why?	Hypotheses and user interviews
Product design	What is essential?	User journey and first-version scope
Prototype testing	Does it create value?	Prototype and actionable feedback
Launch preparation	What will delivery require?	Resources, providers and measures
Partnership preparation	How do we present the opportunity?	Pitch and an assumption-based financial model

Opportunities to assess

A knowledge assistant, SME cash-flow dashboard, reporting automation or a customer journey for a service delivered by a suitable financial partner. Preparation can clarify funding needs and improve the project brief. Investment and partnership decisions remain with the relevant organisations. Prepare your idea brief