Manchester Metropolitan University - Innospace
Contact Details: |
Richard Deighton, Director of Innospace |
Type of Project: |
Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) Business School has established a facility to assist both graduates and non graduates in developing their business ideas to help create sustainable new businesses in the heart of Manchester. It is managed by the Innospace management team. The 900 square metres of space has been completely renovated within MMU's listed Minshull Building on Chorlton Street in Central Manchester. Previously the building, which is a grade-2 listed 1840s wharfside granary, was home to the University Library. Opened in September 2007, the Incubator provides a range of resources for nascent entrepreneurs. |
Start/End Date: |
Opened in September 2007. |
What technology is being used and how is it being used?
The space is fully wireless throughout with lots of power sockets built into columns and walls.
PCs are provided at the hot desks - neat RM models that don't take up too much space.
The large meeting space has built in projector and additional Audio-Visual equipment can be hired out to the tenants. Also there is a screen and projector in the main space with a white wall for projection as well as a stand-alone projector tenants can borrow.
The telephone system allows clients to log in at any phone in Innospace using a username and password, when they are not available to answer or log in to a phone, the call is directed to their personal voicemail which can be accessed from any phone anywhere in the world.
How does the technology add value?
Using the technology clients are kept informed of networking sessions, seminars, master classes and social events. Clients also use the technology for networking and utilising each other's services.
Because clients may have other commitments; the technology allows them to work from home (or abroad) when necessary.
