The Scottish Institute of Innovation and Knowledge Exchange (Scottish IKE)

Scotland’s National Innovation Centre of Excellence

At the heart of Scotland’s knowledge economy, the Scottish Institute of Innovation & Knowledge Exchange (Scottish IKE) helps organisations embed innovation where it matters most.

Based at City of Glasgow College, we lead nationally on innovation and digital transformation, and we’re proud to be the first UK institute accredited with both Digital Maturity Assured (DMA) and Investor in Innovations (ISO 56002).

These unique accreditations reflect our leadership in innovation excellence, making us a trusted partner for businesses, educators and public organisations.

Where Innovation Meets Impact

At Scottish IKE, we don’t just talk about innovation — we help you design it, implement it and sustain it. Through accredited frameworks, applied research and global networks, we empower our partners to unlock their innovation potential and deliver measurable results.

Who We Work With

We support organisations of all sizes and sectors with tailored programmes and expertise to meet their unique needs:

Start-Ups - We help early-stage innovators build stronger foundations connecting you to global technology, expertise and pathways to transform ideas into investable, scalable ventures.
SMEs & Social Enterprises - We help growing SMEs, social enterprises, charities and mission-driven organisations unlock their innovation potential and embed sustainable growth into everyday practice.
Large & Public Sector - We help large employers, public bodies and national agencies embed innovation in strategy, culture and operations ensuring long-term resilience, improved service delivery and public value.

Why choose Scottish IKE?

Unique Accreditations & Standards

Hosted by City of Glasgow College — the UK’s only institution accredited to both DMA and ISO 56002 — Scottish IKE champions digital and innovation excellence.

Industry Partnerships & Applied Impact

We collaborate with businesses, universities, and public sector partners to deliver applied research, innovation projects, and knowledge exchange — helping organisations turn ideas and intellectual property into commercial success.

Exclusive Global IP Access

As UK host of IPHatch®, we connect Scottish innovators with global patent portfolios from leaders like Nokia and Panasonic — unlocking international commercial opportunities.

World-Class Innovation Ecosystem

Scottish IKE connects you to Glasgow’s award-winning super-college, offering EFQM-rated excellence, cutting-edge facilities and a dynamic network of innovators, educators and industry leaders.

How We Help

We offer a suite of services to embed innovation in your organisation’s strategy, culture and delivery:

Innovation audits and maturity assessments
Certified training and capability-building programmes
ISO-aligned frameworks and standards
Intellectual property and commercialisation opportunities through global partnerships

Contact Us

From Membership and Fellowship to Accreditation & Certification, Scottish IKE can support organisations to benchmark their strategies and develop their innovation capabilities.