Helping shape the future of innovation support in the UK
Connected Places Catapult is being independently evaluated, and we want to hear from you
Who we’re particularly interested in hearing from
We are especially keen to speak with businesses that took part in a Catapult programme (e.g. TRIG, Accelerators, Innovation Funding programmes and Testbeds) that finished six months ago or more. This allows us to explore not just what the programme involved, but what has happened since – the outcomes and longer-term impacts on your business.
If your programme ended more recently, or you haven’t yet taken part in a Catapult programme, you are still welcome to register your interest below. We will be in touch when the timing is right.
What we’re asking of you
We invite businesses to share their experience in one of the following ways. Please choose the option that best fits your availability – you are welcome to take part in one only.
Online survey A short, structured survey exploring your experience of the Catapult’s support and its impact on your business. Takes around 10 minutes to complete and can be done at any time.
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Short interview (20–30 minutes) A focused conversation by phone or video call covering your experience of the Catapult, what changed for your business, and your views on what worked well and less well.
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Deep dive interview (up to 60 minutes) A longer in-depth conversation exploring your experience in detail – particularly the outcomes and impacts of the Catapult’s involvement on your business over time. Conducted by phone or video call at a time convenient to you.
We ask that you choose one type of engagement only, but let us know if you want more information on what’s involved.
You can withdraw from the evaluation at any time.
Why your experience matters
The Catapult works with hundreds of businesses every year across transport, built environment, local growth, and data and digital sectors. But the real story of what that support means lives with the people who experienced it; whether it helped a business grow, opened a door to a new market, or accelerated a technology towards commercial deployment.
We are speaking with businesses at all stages of their innovation journey, from early-stage proof of concept through to revenue-generating companies scaling in the market. Whether your experience of the Catapult was transformative or mixed, we want to hear it.
How your information will be used
All information you share is treated in strict confidence
Findings are reported at an aggregate level and are not attributed to you or your organisation without your explicit permission.
Your information will not be shared with Catapult programme teams or used in any way that could affect your relationship with the Catapult.
Any quotes or case study content featuring your organisation will be shared with you for review and approval before publication.
Data is handled in accordance with UK GDPR — see our full privacy notice here.
Find out more
If you’d like to take part, or simply find out more, please get in touch or complete the expression of interest form above.
You can also email: CPCevaluation@kadaresearch.co.uk for more information.