Pathway to Digital

Free support for Plymouth businesses looking to boost efficiency & sustainability through technology

In today’s ever-evolving landscape, embracing digital transformation is essential to the success and sustainability of your business.

Our Pathway to Digital programme equips Plymouth-based businesses like yours with the essential digital tools and confidence needed to thrive. And, because it’s fully funded by Plymouth City Council, it’s absolutely free.

This initiative goes beyond simply adopting the latest technology; we focus on helping you cultivate innovative processes, improve your business efficiency, and build a strong foundation for a sustainable future.

Tailored, one-to-one support

Every small business comes with its own unique and evolving set of challenges. Our expert, local advisors are here to understand what your business needs and guide you to the best digital solutions.

Make tangible changes with:
  • A personalised digital roadmap
    One-to-one advice on the right digital solutions for your business from an expert, Devon-based advisor who understands the local market and challenges.
  • Practical workshops to empower you and your business
    Eliminate repetitive tasks, streamline processes, find the best tools to increase productivity, and master creating your own marketing campaigns with ease.
  • Sustainability insights
    Explore how digital tools can reduce your carbon footprint, increase sustainable practices on a day-to-day basis, and foster a greener ethos within your business.

Start your transformative journey. Find out more by having an initial chat with us. Simply use the form, and we'll get in touch. 

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Eligibility

This support is available completely free to anyone located within the Plymouth City Council City Boundary. If you're unsure, you can check by inputting your postcode into the Council Checker.

Join one of our free workshops

You’ll come away with practical tools and actions which you can start putting into place right away.

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Introduction to Net Zero
A guide to what becoming Net Zero means for your businesses and how to take steps - both big and small - to start reducing your carbon footprint.
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Digital Net Zero
Practical strategies for reducing your digital carbon footprint, and exploring new technology that could benefit your business.
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Developing a Net Zero Workforce
Learn how to create a workplace that contributes to a sustainable future for your business.
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Sustainable Certification
Explore the distinctions between Social Enterprise, B Corp & more, and work out which certification is right for you.
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Sustainable Marketing
In a world where consumers are more conscious than ever, discover how to build a brand that resonates with authenticity.
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Sustainable Business Practice
Gain insights into the key facets of sustainable business practice and learn practical approaches to foster growth.

Using Canva for your Marketing

Online , United Kingdom

A hands-on, interactive session, showing you how to use Canva. During this hands-on, interactive session, we’ll show you how to use Canva. A user-friendly graphic design tool that makes creating custom graphics easy whether using your phone, desktop, or laptop.   Learning Objectives: Get to grips with how to use the design tools in Canva Learn how to create social ... Read More

Free

Automating Your Business with Microsoft Power Automate

Online , United Kingdom

Discover how Microsoft Power Automate can transform your business by automating repetitive tasks Automating Your Business with Microsoft Power Automate Discover how Microsoft Power Automate can transform your business by automating repetitive tasks. This session covers everything from creating automated flows to sending automatic reminders and moving business data between systems. Learning Objectives: Learn to create automated workflows using Microsoft ... Read More

Free

Using Canva for your Marketing

Online , United Kingdom

A hands-on, interactive session, showing you how to use Canva. During this hands-on, interactive session, we’ll show you how to use Canva. A user-friendly graphic design tool that makes creating custom graphics easy whether using your phone, desktop, or laptop.   Learning Objectives: Get to grips with how to use the design tools in Canva Learn how to create social ... Read More

Free

Leveraging AI for Small Business Success

Online , United Kingdom

This session will introduce you to the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it can transform your small business. Leveraging AI for Small Business Success This session will introduce you to the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it can transform your small business. You'll learn about various AI applications, such as understanding speech, writing content, suggesting products ... Read More

Free

Clients we've helped

Whether you’re a small business owner, a team leader, or a manager looking to drive innovation, this programme is designed to take your operations to the next level. Here's what some of our clients have said...

“Amazing! They have been really helpful and generous with their time. The training courses they provide has been top notch. Go to BIP! They're quick and generous and have a great track record.” 
Dan Metcalf - Word Nerd Games
A very positive experience. I got the impression that the people I was working with really cared about my success.” 
Anne Anderson - Accu-write
“I have found the whole experience very helpful, and cannot praise enough the help, support and patience of my mentors.” 
Neville Upton - Extreme Clean Car Valeting Service
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REGISTER FOR PATHWAY TO DIGITAL

The accountable body for this programme is Plymouth City Council, with business support being delivered by Cosmic and Business Information Point.

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