helping Scottish SMEs achieve strategic, continuous innovation by design
our unique method for creating design-led innovations
the various ways we work with companies, from workshops to specific business problems
we are the centre for design & innovation at the Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, Scotland
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C4di - The centre for design and innovation in Scotland aims to help Scottish SMEs to achieve strategic continuous innovation by using design as a tool for business growth. Established in 2008 by Robert Gordon University, with funding from ERDF and Scottish Government, our partners include Scottish Enterprise, Skills Development Scotland and Aberdeen City Council.
Led by Professor Julian Malins, Professor of Design at the Robert Gordon University, our multi-disciplinary team includes experts drawn from the fields of design, business management, communications and information technology. Additional expertise is drawn from the extensive academic resources of the University.