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Dock-Y developed its New Advanced Rider Assist System for Micro Mobility
Manish Pillay is a technology-oriented executive and entrepreneur; Manish brings a wealth of experience from his time in the global automotive industry. His knack for integrating and motivating teams, along with his proficiency in managing complex projects from concept to launch, shapes DOCK-Y's unique approach to bringing automotive concepts and features to the micro-mobility market. His rich international experience underpins the long-lasting relationships we foster with customers and technology partners alike.
DOCK-Y stands at the confluence of micro-mobility, safety, and advanced technology, dedicated to making compact modes of transportation safer, smarter, and more secure. We have engineered an Advanced Rider Assist System (ARAS) that leverages artificial intelligence, computer vision, and machine learning to revolutionise the safety of e-scooters and e-bikes, among other micro-mobility devices.
The Ask
We're eager to connect with like-minded businesses interested in integrating our ARAS technology into their micro-mobility solutions. Reach out to Manish Pillay if you are interested in what Dock-Y do.
Involvement with CBIT Venture Builder
"Dock-Y's journey has been supported by our inclusion in the CBIT Venture Builder program," states Manish Pillay. "This opportunity has allowed us to tap into a wealth of expertise, refining our business modelling, business process mapping, and growth hacking strategies. CBIT has been a collaborator, a sparring partner, and a powerful catalyst in our quest for investment readiness.”
Hy-Met developed a new hyper metrology platform for rapid battery testing
Hy-Met is a deep tech midland-based startup that specialised in sensor production for batteries and the H2 industry. The company is currently working on launching its new product, Hyper Metrology Platform. This new platform will radically change the approach to testing batteries and make the manufacturing process more efficient.
The challenge that manufacturing encounter is that making lithium-ion batteries is not easy. Right now, up to 30% of these batteries are wasted during manufacturing. This is a big problem, especially as the materials needed to make these batteries are non-renewable. To make things worse, finding these problems early is really hard and expensive. Also, as more rules are being made about tracking where products come from (like the Battery Passport), it’s becoming more important to solve these issues.
Hy-Met’s new product, the Hyper Metrology Platform, helps make battery testing faster. It allows companies to keep a closer eye on their manufacturing process by placing the testers at critical points in their production line. This means companies can spot problems with batteries as they happen and keep track of each battery made.
The Ask
Keep an eye on Hy-Met and their new product as it will have a huge impact in the battery and H2 industry. We can't wait to see what they do next and their contribution to build a sustainable future!
Involvement with CBIT Venture Builder
Hy-Met is part of our VB Program, which helps startups like them grow. We've worked closely with Hy-Met in creating their business model to planning for the future and getting ready for their next funding round.
BarberBoss in collaboration with CBIT VB have been awarded £220K to support digital transformation at BarberBoss
A new fund between CBIT Venture Builder and the UK’s top grooming brand, BarberBoss has been granted to improve supply chain efficiency and reliability through the use of artificial intelligence (AI).
“SMEs could quickly and affordably develop custom IT systems that improve their operations, supply chain visibility, and responsiveness to changing demand. The project could also help to bridge the gap between industry and academia, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing that could benefit both sectors.”
BarberBoss has experienced rapid growth in recent years and deals with complex supply chain operations, selling its products through multiple channels including Amazon and Boots.The company has now partnered with the Centre for Business and Industry Transformation (CBIT) at Nottingham Business School to assist in digitally transforming its stock inventory management. The Centre’s team will analyse open-source software, such as AI-based tools like ChatGPT and CoPilot, which can help to manage, oversee, and optimise the supply chain management process — from sourcing raw materials to delivering the final product to the customer.
The Ask
The team will support BarberBoss with identifying the key performance indicators crucial for its growth, as well as advising on business model and process innovation, and new product development. CBIT will also provide BarberBoss with training and guidance on how to implement advanced analytics methods.
Involvement with CBIT Venture Builder
CBIT has been chosen to deliver this Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) due to its expertise in the areas of industry transformation research, disruptive business practices, and business education.
CBIT Venture Builder has led the first ever Nottingham Business School Hackathon
Nottingham Business School (NBS) and CBIT Venture Builder joined hands with Actatek to organise the first-ever NBS Hackathon, a platform where students could engage with a real-world business challenge.
The Hackathon has brought up a real life challenge the provided by Actatek. The CEO Thomas Wan present the challenge to navigating new opportunities for the company to expand into new market or provide a new product based on the company’s capabilities.
Thomas Wan, the CEO of Actatek, presented the challenge to the students: to identify and navigate new market opportunities for the company, or develop a new product by leveraging the company’s existing capabilities. This was a golden opportunity for students from various fields such as Marketing, Sales, and Supply Chain, who grouped together to propose viable solutions to this pressing problem.
Outcome
Actatek's real-life challenge allow students to gain unparalleled insight into the workings of a successful company, preparing them for their future entrepreneurial endeavours.
Vision
The NBS Hackathon was more than an event—it was an exceptional practical learning opportunity for students to grow as entrepreneurs.
In the dynamic landscape of modern business, staying ahead of the curve requires a willingness to adapt, innovate, and disrupt. With this in mind, Nottingham Trent University’s Centre for Business and Industry Transformation (CBIT) launched the new MSc in Business Transformation. Entrepreneurs who will join this journey will be working on live, relevant projects through the CBIT Venture Builder. In this dynamic learning cohort, you don’t just study theories – you apply them, shaping industry challenges into ground-breaking solutions.
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The most unique aspect of this course is its bespoke design. Here, you will be encouraged to bring your own industry challenges, opportunities, and business cases to the table. The program then moulds itself around these variables, facilitating a personalised learning experience. This collaborative approach extends to the relationship between the course team and the students - we aren't just educators and learners; we're 'sparring partners', working together to build innovative business models out of industry challenges. Explore the MSc business transformation here
Involvement with CBIT Venture Builder
The CBIT Venture Builder plays a key role in delivering the core modules as a sprint where an emphasis is placed on learning by doing. Our learning experience will be driven by a lean start-up approach, with enhanced peer-to-peer learning via the scrum method. It is delivered through a realistic activity-based learning process that generates practitioners' level thinking in business decision-making and transformation.
MoSMoP: New Global project launched to help ESG-driven businesses become more profitable
A team of world-leading experts in business transformation is teaming up to empower environmental, social and governance (ESG) driven businesses to thrive more by making sustainability even more profitable through a global project funded by the British Council.
Leading the charge is the Centre for Business and Industry Transformation (CBIT), at Nottingham Business School, part of Nottingham Trent University. The Centre is joining forces with Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU), one of the top-50 ranked universities in the world, and industrial partner Think ESG, a top ESG auditing company in Hong Kong, serving listed companies under the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.Leading the charge is the Centre for Business and Industry Transformation (CBIT), at Nottingham Business School, part of Nottingham Trent University. The Centre is joining forces with Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU), one of the top-50 ranked universities in the world, and industrial partner Think ESG, a top ESG auditing company in Hong Kong, serving listed companies under the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
The Ask
“Targeting leading businesses with a strong ESG drive, the MosMop workshops will enable us to support these businesses in co-creating and testing new business and economic models that align with sustainability goals. This approach will ultimately result in new products / services and business models to empower greater profitability for these businesses, as they better meet the demand for more sustainable offerings.”
Involvement with CBIT Venture Builder
CBIT has a proven history in business transformation. The Centre with the established and reputable venture builder which supports innovative and sustainable start-ups, and also boasts a team of researchers with expertise in the area of sustainability. Their combined expertise will allow them to co-develop new business models with businesses.