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ADS SME Success

Support offer for smaller aerospace, defence, security and space suppliers covering growth, capability and access to primes.

ADS GroupUK-wide

About this support

SME Success is a package of member services from ADS Group targeted at the SME companies that make up around 90% of its membership in the aerospace, defence, security and space sectors. Support includes a Business Development Centre providing information on trends, technologies and regulatory changes, generating leads to help SMEs pursue new revenue streams; ADS Rewards, discounts across various consumer categories for all employees of member companies; assistance with sponsoring National Security Vetting (NSV) clearances via UKSV, subject to companies meeting relevant criteria; discounted access to the Kahootz secure cloud collaboration platform for sharing Official-Sensitive documents with partners such as the MOD and primes; an events programme including free regional networking events; use of meeting rooms and office space at ADS's London office; opportunities to contribute to the ADVANCE industry magazine; policy support and representation; an annual 'SME Spotlight' free marketing campaign; public affairs resources for engaging with Parliament and MPs; and access to Special Interest Groups for networking and business development.

Who it is for

Available to ADS Group member companies, with services specifically tailored for SME members in the aerospace, defence, security and space sectors; some elements such as NSV sponsorship are subject to member companies meeting specific criteria.

Where it is available

Available UK-wide.