TikTok and Instagram Reels aren’t just for dance trends and lip-synching videos, they can also be a fantastic opportunity to engage with your customers and increase the reach of your business online. Learn how to create bitesize video content for more effective business communication on two of the most popular social platforms. We will cover: […]
Learn how to use AI tools to plan, create, and visualise a complete professional marketing campaign for your business, the kind an agency would normally build over weeks. Create a complete, launch‑ready campaign in just one day. You don’t need to be technical or creative to get started. Just bring a laptop, an open mind, […]
Taking place on the first Thursday of every second month, this relaxed and informal gathering is exactly what it says on the tin: open to everyone. Whether you're a member or not, you’re invited to drop in, connect, and network with fellow businesspeople from across Dundee and Angus. We know that not everyone has the […]
This free showcase celebrates innovation in Scotland’s space sector. You’ll network, explore new technologies and learn more about funding. The CAN DO space data Denmark challenge call provided funding for companies looking to develop cutting-edge solutions to strengthen Scotland’s Space sector and collaborate with partners across Denmark in demonstrating market demand. This event will showcase […]
The biggest learning curve in tendering is understanding the time, energy, and resources that go into creating a winning bid. The more planning you do before writing your bid, the easier you'll find it when you begin your response. This training will walk you through the steps of how to plan and manage your bid. […]
All-Energy is paving the way to more environmentally friendly events. With several sustainable initiatives and a clear objective to reduce our carbon footprint, we’re leading by example. Join us for two days of networking, connections, and uninterrupted business with the renewable energy community. Explore the star-studded conference programme featuring topical discussions on every form of […]
The world of work has changed substantially in recent years, due to the changes during and post the Covid pandemic, the increase in hybrid working and partly because of changing expectations and needs. Join Thorntons Employment team as we look at the current landscape of flexible working and the changes being brought in by the […]
The Single Procurement Document (SPD) is a set of questions, that cannot be altered, which helps buyers identify if your business is suitably qualified to carry out the contract you are bidding for. Most buyers use the SPD for the tendering process, as it ensures that the process stays consistent. It can reduce your workload […]
Scotland’s universities and research institutions attract talented academics and researchers from all over the world. The Global Talent visa offers a highly favourable visa route for academics, researchers and their families. Join the Immigration team for an in-depth session on the Global Talent visa route.
Understanding what a buyer is looking for and creating a response to show how you are the best candidate for the job can be tricky. At this training, you will learn what skills are needed for your business to write a good tender response and stand out from your competitors. One of SDP’s expert trainers […]
Join us for Meet the Buyer 2026, Scotland’s largest free procurement event! Now in its 17th year, Scotland’s National Meet the Buyer event will take place on Tuesday 2 June 2026, from 10am to 3pm. This free event is hosted by the Supplier Development Programme, and partnered by Scottish Government. Come along to meet procurement […]
Frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) are fast becoming a popular way for buyers to manage common purchases. Frameworks and DPS’s can also be a lucrative source of business for suppliers but it is vital you understand the agreement before getting on a Framework. At this training, you will get an understanding of what a […]
Public Contracts Scotland is the national public sector tender portal for Scotland. It lists contract opportunities for all public sector bodies and has a “Quick Quote” function for lower value contracts. This webinar will help you to ensure that you’re not only comfortable using the PCS website but also know how to generate business from […]
Getting the highest possible score in your bid is essential to winning a contract, but it can be difficult to know exactly what the buyer is looking for. Every supplier putting in a bid will tell the buyer they can do what it wants them to do. To improve your bid score and win bids, […]
In June 2026, Global Offshore Wind 2026 returns to Manchester Central for the flagship event that brings the entire offshore wind value chain together to turn global ambitions into reality. Offshore wind is a cornerstone of the UK's long-term strategy for energy security, economic growth and global leadership in clean technology. As momentum continues at […]
Public sector procurement in Scotland is guided by several policy requirements that were put in place so that organisations, operations, and procurement exercises achieve specific, desirable outcomes. So, what does that mean for suppliers? During this training, you will get an overview of the most common policy requirements including Sustainability, Community Benefits, Fair Work Practices, […]
Scotland has a vision of becoming one of the most innovative small nations in the world over the next decade. This is key to our efforts to transform the economy, improve our Public Services and drive lasting improvement in Scotland’s economic performance. Public procurement can play an important part enabling innovation in our public services. […]
The Global Agritourism Conference will provide an opportunity for: inspiration from keynote speakers farmers, economic development professionals, researchers, supply chain representatives and other interested parties from every continent to apply to speak at the event to share their learnings and experiences first-class networking and business development new knowledge and insights about the sector from across […]
So, you’ve been awarded onto a contract, now what? You now need to manage the contract in partnership with the buyer to deliver on everything you promised in the bid. This training will explain how to successfully deliver on your contract, what to do if things go wrong, and how to win again when it […]
Join us at Forbes of Kingennie for an opportunity to network and exhibit with fellow Angus business owners. Angus Business Hub is celebrating one year of supporting Angus businesses. And what better way to do that than to shine a spotlight on local businesses. Join us for our showcase of businesses across the county. Whether […]
