What Enabling Technology does

Enabling Technology Limited is a UK-based, founder-owned private limited company established in 2010 and headquartered in Stafford. The company provides assistive technology products, training services, and coping strategy coaching for neurodivergent employees and students, with a stated specialism in dyslexia, ADHD, autism, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, long Covid, and visual impairment. Its portfolio is composed almost entirely of curated third-party solutions rather than proprietary technology: assistive software including Dragon Professional v16, Read&Write (Workplace and Education editions), ClaroRead, MindView, Inspiration, Ideamapper, Medincle, and Global AutoCorrect, alongside hardware such as C-Pen Reader 2 and Exam Reader 2, Olympus DS-9000/DS-9500 recorders, Livescribe smartpens, IRIScan Desk 6 Pro Dyslexic, and a range of Poly/Nuance headsets and microphones. Visual solutions include SuperNova Magnifier, ZoomText Magnifier Reader, iZoom USB, and physical coloured overlays and reading rulers.

Revenue is generated through four streams: one-time and subscription product sales via an online shop, custom-quoted training delivered one-to-one or in groups (online or at the Stafford facility or client site), coping strategy coaching frequently funded by the UK Access to Work grant, and optional recurring support contracts covering 12 months of telephone assistance and equipment maintenance. Distribution combines direct sales (phone, email, contact form) with an Access to Work assessor referral channel that drives inbound leads, particularly for ATW-funded coaching. Customers span UK city and county councils, regional police forces, NHS trusts, HMRC, banking institutions, education sector buyers (including JCQ-approved exam arrangements), and charity organisations, together with individual consumers purchasing smaller items directly. Marketing relies primarily on content (blog, awareness events such as Dyslexia Awareness Week), email newsletters, and direct outreach rather than paid acquisition.

The company rebranded in 2023 from 'Enabling Technology and Training Network' to 'Enabling Technology', at which point it announced an expansion of its assistive technology range and training breadth. Operational scale remains small at 1-10 employees, with the business being bootstrapped and self-owned with no disclosed institutional investment, parent company, or subsidiary structure.

Name

Enabling Technology

Legal name

Enabling Technology Limited

Website

https://enablingtechnology.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Enabling Technology Limited is a UK-based, founder-owned firm that resells curated third-party assistive technology software and hardware and delivers custom training and coping strategy coaching to public sector bodies, education providers, and Access to Work-funded neurodivergent employees across the UK.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Assistive Technology Solutions

NAICS

Vocational Rehabilitation Services (6243), Educational Support Services (61171), Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (54), Educational Support Services (6117)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Computer & Office Equipment (3570), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

AT for Reading, Writing & Learning (Literacy/Executive Function) Tools & Training (EDAKAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Assistive Technology & Learning Accommodations Tutoring (AAC, text-to-speech, note-taking tools) (EDANAFAI), Autism Assistive Technology & Learning Tools (Educational) (EDAKAKAM), Assistive Technology (AT) & Accessible Learning Tools (EDALAGAB), Assistive Technology for LD (Reading/Writing Tools & Training) (EDAKAJAH)

Keywords

• Assistive technology
• Neurodiversity training
• Dyslexia support
• Workplace accommodations
• Accessibility solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Stafford

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Sale of assistive technology products including software licenses and hardware devices through the online shop. Products include screen magnifiers, voice recognition software, reading pens, digital recorders, coloured overlays, and ergonomic equipment. One-time purchase model for hardware; subscription or perpetual license for software.
2. Training Services: Training services for assistive technology software (Mind-manager, Dragon NaturallySpeaking, Inspiration, TextHelp Read&Write) and neurodiversity awareness training. Training can be one-to-one or group sessions, virtual or in-person, at client location or company offices in Stafford.
3. Strategy Coaching: Coping strategy coaching sessions for neurodivergent employees. Sessions recommended by Access to Work (ATW) assessors, with costs generally 100% reclaimable through ATW grants.
4. Support Contracts: Optional yearly support contracts for maintenance of equipment and software support, with optional levels of cover. Telephone assistance provided to trained users for 12 months following training sessions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Enabling Technology supplies assistive technology products (software and hardware) and delivers training and coaching services to support neurodivergent employees and students with conditions such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism, visual impairment, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and long Covid. The company acts as a specialised reseller of third-party assistive technology products including TextHelp Read&Write, Dragon Professional, ClaroRead, MindView, C-Pen readers, and screen magnification tools, complemented by delivered training services (awareness training, assistive technology training, and coping strategy coaching). It primarily serves UK public sector organisations, educational institutions, banks, and charities, with services often funded through the UK Access to Work programme.

Product overview

Enabling Technology is a provider of assistive technology products and training services for neurodivergent individuals and people with disabilities, established in 2010. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio spanning assistive software, hardware devices, visual solutions, and training services. Software products include Read&Write (Workplace and Education versions) for literacy support with text-to-speech and word prediction, Dragon Professional v16 for voice recognition, ClaroRead for reading support, MindView Workplace AT Suite and Inspiration 11 for mind mapping, Ideamapper Pro for alternative mind mapping, Medincle AT Complete and Medincle Spellchecker for medical/legal terminology, and Global AutoCorrect for spelling correction. Hardware offerings include C-Pen Reader 2 and Exam Reader 2 portable text scanners, Livescribe smartpens, IRIScan Desk 6 Pro Dyslexic scanner, Olympus DS-9500 and DS-9000 digital voice recorders, Poly and Nuance headsets and microphones. Visual solutions encompass SuperNova Magnifier, ZoomText Magnifier Reader, iZoom USB screen magnification software, and Tint and Track screen overlay software. Physical visual aids include A4 coloured overlays, coloured monitor overlays, and coloured reading ruler sets. Training services cover neurodiversity awareness training, assistive technology training, and coping strategy coaching. The portfolio is unified by its focus on supporting individuals with dyslexia, ADHD, autism, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, long Covid, and visual impairments in education and workplace settings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Read&Write Workplace Literacy support software for workplaces offering text-to-speech, word prediction, dictionary, and dictation features, sold as an annual subscription for neurodivergent employees.
• Read&Write Education Literacy support tool for students with text-to-speech, dictionary, and grammar checking; approved for use as a computer reader and replacement for scribe in GCSE and A-Level exams.
• Dragon Professional v16 Single User Enterprise-grade speech recognition software for fast, accurate dictation with custom commands, custom vocabularies, and voice-enabled automation, including Citrix virtualized environment support.
• ClaroRead 3 Year Access to Work Licence Reading support software with text-to-speech, word prediction, spell checking, and Dragon Professional integration, including a speaking dictionary with over 300,000 English definitions and OCR scanning.
• MindView Workplace AT Suite 3 Year Subscription Mind mapping software with cloud storage, real-time collaboration, and integration with SharePoint, OneDrive, and Google Drive; exports to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel with professional templates.
• Inspiration 11 for Windows Visual thinking tool for creating mind maps, concept maps, graphic organizers, and outlines with text-to-speech, spell checker, and export to Word, PowerPoint, and PDF.
• Ideamapper Pro 3 Year Mind-mapping software for idea management, workload organisation, and writing proficiency with a Split-Screen View for simultaneous document writing.
• Medincle AT Complete Medical and legal terminology add-on for Dragon dictation software, augmenting Dragon with specialist biomedical terminology for accurate medical document dictation.
• Medincle Spellchecker British biomedical spellchecker for word processors and browsers, enabling accurate British biomedical terminology without false red underlines.
• Global AutoCorrect by LexAble Automatic spelling correction software that works across all programs, with intelligent sound-pattern corrections and vocabulary from over 130 subject dictionaries covering Law, Media Studies, Design, Medicine, English, and Finance.
• C-Pen Reader 2 Portable pen scanner with text-to-speech for reading printed text aloud, including Collins English Dictionary, OCR capture, voice recorder, and USB drive functionality.
• C-Pen Exam Reader 2 JCQ-approved portable pen scanner for exam use, reading printed text aloud in a naturally-speaking British English voice for students with reading difficulties in main exam halls.
• Livescribe Echo / Symphony 4 x A4 Notepad Digital smartpen bundle with 80-sheet A4 notepad for handwritten note capture with audio recording and PenCast recording controls.
• IRIScan Desk 6 Pro Dyslexic Desktop scanner with Readiris Dyslexic application for people with dyslexia, scanning books up to A3 with text-to-speech, adaptive reading speed, zoom, and 138-language recognition.
• Olympus DS-9500 Pro Recorder Professional digital voice recorder with dual microphones, 2GB internal storage, and file transfer via USB and WiFi, with three dictation settings for accurate text conversion.
• Olympus DS-9000 Pro Recorder Professional digital voice recorder with dual microphones and three dictation settings for accurate conversion into text using compatible dictation software.
• Poly Blackwire C5210 USB Monaural Headset Corded USB monaural headset with USB/USB-C and 3.5mm connectivity, noise-cancelling microphone for accurate dictation software use.
• Poly Blackwire C5220 USB Binaural Headset Corded USB binaural headset with USB/USB-C and 3.5mm connectivity, Hi-fi stereo sound with Dynamic EQ, suitable for all-day use with conference calls and multimedia.
• Poly Blackwire C3210 USB Monaural Headset Lightweight, durable corded USB monaural headset with noise-cancelling microphone for accurate dictation software use.
• Nuance PowerMic 4 Handheld speech recognition microphone for Dragon with thumb-controlled operation, programmable buttons, and integrated mouse functionality for voice recording and text navigation.
• Nuance Dragon Official USB Headset USB headset designed for Dragon speech recognition with noise-cancelling technology, adjustable arm, and hypoallergenic ear pads, also suitable for conferencing.
• SuperNova Magnifier Screen magnification software with True Font magnification from 1.2x to 64x, split screen, multiple magnifier views, automatic tracking, 24 colour schemes, and multi-monitor support.
• ZoomText Magnifier Reader Fully integrated magnification and reading program for low-vision users, enlarging and enhancing everything on screen, echoing typing, and reading documents and web pages aloud.
• iZoom USB Screen Magnifier and Reader Portable screen magnification software on USB drive with magnification levels from 1.25x to 50x and text-to-speech with RealSpeak voices, easily transferable between computers.
• Tint and Track Virtual Screen Overlay Software Virtual overlay and reading ruler software that tints the screen with a preferred colour and tracking lines, supporting multiple monitors, applications, remote screens, and projectors.
• A4 Coloured Overlays Physical coloured overlay sheets for reducing headaches and eye strain from visual stress, available in multiple colours individually or in packs of 5 or 10.
• Coloured Monitor Overlays Coloured overlays for monitor screens in 17 inch, 19 inch, 21.5 inch Widescreen, and 23 inch Widescreen sizes to reduce visual stress from screen glare.
• Coloured Reading Ruler Sets Cost-effective coloured reading rulers for reducing headaches and eye strain, including Eye Level Duo Reading Ruler and Full Window Reading Ruler, available in packs of 5 or 10.
• Neurodiversity Awareness Training Training covering Autistic Spectrum Conditions, Dyslexia (and other specific learning difficulties), and ADHD, including a 60-minute Introduction to Neurodiversity session and 2-hour training for managers and colleagues on Dyslexia, ASC, ADHD, and General Disability Awareness.
• Assistive Technology Training Training on assistive software including Mind-manager, Dragon NaturallySpeaking, Inspiration, and TextHelp Read&Write, delivered one-to-one or in groups at the workplace, home, school, or Stafford training facility, often funded by Access to Work grants.
• Coping Strategy Coaching One-to-one and group training to enhance existing coping strategies and develop new ones for neurological differences affecting executive function, delivered virtually or in-person, with costs generally 100% reclaimable through Access to Work grants.
• Ergonomic Furniture Ergonomic furniture including Actiforce Electric Telescopic Desk Power Supply units (192w output) compatible with various part numbers, supporting workplace adjustments.

Quantifiable outcome

• A supported and empowered working environment benefits everyone - improves productivity, reduces sick leave, improves staff retention

Named customers11 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability25 records

Feature3 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Sight and Sound Technology: UK-based specialist reseller of assistive technology software and hardware for blind, partially sighted, and dyslexic users across workplace and education. Directly comparable as a domestic AT reseller serving overlapping public-sector and education customers with a similar product portfolio.
• Inclusive Technology: UK supplier of assistive and inclusive technology for special educational needs, schools, and learning-disabled students. Comparable in product range (alternative input, reading/writing tools) and education-sector customer focus, with broader SEND emphasis.
• Microlink PC (Microlink): UK provider of assistive technology, workplace assessments, and Access to Work-funded solutions for neurodivergent and disabled employees. Closely comparable business model combining AT supply, ATW-funded assessments, and corporate neurodiversity programs.

Broad incumbents

• Texthelp: Global vendor of Read&Write literacy support software — the same product Enabling Technology resells. Comparable as the underlying software maker serving both workplace and education; much larger and offers overlapping training services.
• Dolphin Computer Access: UK-developed vendor of SuperNova, Guide, and screen-magnification/reader software. Comparable product line (SuperNova Magnifier is also sold by Enabling Technology) but operates globally with broader portfolio across blind/low-vision use cases.
• Nuance Communications (Dragon): Vendor of Dragon Professional speech recognition and PowerMic hardware — both resold by Enabling Technology. Comparable as the underlying enterprise voice-recognition provider for workplace accessibility and productivity.

Emerging players

• AbilityNet: UK charity providing advice, assessments, and workplace adjustments for disabled people, including AT recommendations. Comparable as an adjacent ecosystem participant in the UK neurodiversity workplace support market.
• Claro Software (ClaroRead): Developer of ClaroRead reading/writing support software — another product Enabling Technology resells. Comparable as a specialized AT software vendor with overlapping literacy-support use cases for dyslexia and neurodivergent users.

Others

• Scanning Pens Ltd (C-Pen): Manufacturer of C-Pen Reader and C-Pen Exam Reader scanning pens — a core product in Enabling Technology's portfolio. Comparable as the underlying hardware supplier for exam-reader and reading-pen use cases.
• MatchWare (MindView): Vendor of MindView mind-mapping software sold by Enabling Technology. Comparable as the underlying software supplier for executive-function and study-skills tools used by neurodivergent users.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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