Swindon, UK – 30 June 2026 – Swindon-based SDO Associates has announced the launch of its new Small Business Support (SBS) service, a dedicated offering designed to help small businesses gain greater visibility, access valuable market intelligence and build meaningful connections within the UK Defence sector.
The launch marks another step in SDO Associates’ continued growth and development as the business expands its portfolio of services to meet the evolving needs of organisations operating in, or looking to enter, the Defence market.
Established to help organisations successfully engage with the UK Defence sector, SDO Associates has built a reputation for providing strategic business development support, connecting businesses with key stakeholders and helping clients identify and secure new opportunities. As demand for specialist guidance continues to grow, the company is investing in new services that make Defence engagement more accessible for businesses at every stage of their journey.
The new Small Business Support service has been created specifically for organisations that may not yet require a full business development programme but still want to stay informed, visible and connected within the Defence ecosystem.
Through SBS, clients receive a range of practical support, including:
• Visibility across SDO Associates’ Defence business-to-business and business-to-government network.
• Monthly Defence intelligence and market insight reports.
• Tailored guidance on accreditations, supplier registrations, frameworks and relevant sector events.
• Access to SDO Associates’ expertise through regular drop-in sessions, as well as email and telephone support.
• Signposting to relevant opportunities identified through SDO’s extensive Defence network.
The service is ideally suited to small businesses that are new to the Defence sector, looking to raise awareness of their capabilities, seeking greater market intelligence or wanting to establish a foothold before investing in a more comprehensive business development service. It is available to businesses with fewer than 50 employees and an annual turnover of less than £15 million.
Speaking about the launch, Stu Olden, CEO and Founder of SDO Associates, said:
“We’re incredibly excited to launch Small Business Support. Throughout our work with organisations across the Defence sector, we’ve seen that many innovative SMEs have the capability to succeed but often lack the visibility, market insight or connections needed to get started. SBS has been designed to bridge that gap by providing affordable, practical support that helps businesses better understand the sector and position themselves for future opportunities.”
They added:
“As SDO Associates continues to grow, we’re committed to expanding our services in ways that genuinely support our clients. Small Business Support complements our existing business development offering by providing an accessible entry point for organisations that want to begin their Defence journey with confidence.”
Alongside the new Small Business Support service, SDO Associates continues to provide a comprehensive range of services, including, Business Development Support, Discovery Reporting, Event Support and Associate Support. The company works with organisations of all sizes, helping them build relationships, strengthen their market position and unlock sustainable growth within the sector.
The introduction of Small Business Support reflects SDO Associates’ ongoing commitment to supporting innovation, strengthening the Defence supply chain and helping more UK businesses access opportunities within one of the country’s most important industries.
For more information about Small Business Support or SDO Associates’ wider range of services, contact enquiries@sdoassociates.com or visit www.sdoassociates.com to learn how the team can help your business stay visible, stay informed and stay connected.
