Whether you are redesigning services, responding to inspection feedback, or building a culture of engagement, coproduction (or cocreation, or living design) isn’t just a buzzword. It’s the most effective way to create services that work for the people who use them, and with the people who know them best.
We help organisations embed coproduction in ways that are practical, powerful, and tailored to your context. Our work supports all age groups and support needs across statutory, delivery and community organisations and throughout the UK.
Why Coproduction?
- Better supports (services), better outcomes: Coproduction ensures services reflect real needs and aspirations, not assumptions. It’s how you move from ‘doing to’ to ‘doing with’.
- Value for money: By focusing resources where they matter most, coproduction helps you make smarter decisions with limited budgets.
- Fresh thinking: Working with people with who draw on services unlocks new ideas, new energy, and new ways of working.
- Staff satisfaction: Teams involved in meaningful engagement delivers higher morale and stronger purpose.
How can we support you?
We’ve designed a suite of offers to support every stage of your coproduction journey. Whether you’re just starting out, ready to embed coproduction as a core part of your organisation or keen to develop your existing coproduction approaches.
Our experienced team will work alongside you, but bring an open independent ear. Through in depth listening and learning we can help you shape anything from strategies and commissioning plans to service development, policy implementation and community change.
Making coproduction part of who you are
An introductory two-day journey of exploration and planning for teams and services.
This immersive experience helps teams understand the foundations of coproduction and build practical plans for embedding it in their work. Ideal for services moving from day centres to community supports, growing new services, or simply doing what they do better.
What we cover:
- Why coproduction matters
- Coproduction in communities, economies, and services
- The ladder of coproduction
- Creating conditions for coproduction to thrive
- Overcoming challenges
- Mapping opportunities in your organisation
- Measuring what matters
Participants leave with tailored plans and clear next steps.
Making coproduction part of your how
Development support for organisations seeking change.
This exciting programme of support is for organisations ready to use coproduction to drive transformation. Whether you’re changing day services, developing local strategies, or rethinking market development, we walk with you through the process.
What we offer:
- Understanding your starting point and opportunities
- Planning and codesigning your approach
- Training and mentoring people who draw on services, staff and leaders
- Facilitating coproduction workshops and events
- In depth listening and engagement
- Supporting delivery and embedding skills locally
- Reporting and planning for sustainable change
Delivered in person or blended, with flexibility to meet your needs. We work in partnership with local user-led organisations and family groups.
Information sharing training
Practical skills focusing on laying the groundwork of trust
Effective coproduction starts with clear, respectful communication. This training equips teams with the practical skills to share information openly, listen with intent, and foster genuine dialogue.
Whether you’re just beginning your coproduction journey or looking to deepen your approach, this training lays the groundwork for trust, collaboration, and shared decision-making.
How do we approach coproduction?
Madeline Cooper, programme director at NDTi, explains how we approach coproduction.
From how we work with people with a wide range of communication and support needs to being an independent partner.
Real impact real stories
Why NDTi?
Experienced
Deep experience across sectors and age groups.
Committed
A commitment to leaving skills and knowledge behind, not just delivering a service.
Trusted
A track record of helping organisations make real, lasting change.
Experts
Experience in really listening to people and finding ways to communicate and understand, including people with complex communication needs.
Adaptable
Facilitators skilled at working across different teams, organisations and communities who draw on a range of personal and professional experiences. We’re just as happy working with small groups and individuals as we are large numbers.
Understanding coproduction
Learn from some of our team about what coproduction is, and the best practice and values for coproduction to thrive.
Ready to start?
Whether you’re responding to inspection feedback, redesigning services, or building a culture of engagement, let’s talk.
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Coproduction in Mental Health Toolkit
Coproduction involving and led by older people
Department of Health's Coproduction Guide
Coproduction benefits long-term health conditions
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