SBRI (Small Business Research Initiative) is a government procurement program that funds small businesses to develop solutions to challenges identified by public sector organizations. It is a demand-driven, fast-track process suited for SMEs. Projects are funded in two phases: phase 1 determines technical and commercial feasibility, while phase 2 supports prototyping. Companies retain intellectual property rights and are encouraged to commercialize outcomes. The program aims to stimulate innovation, secure better value, and boost growth of small businesses in Northern Ireland.