SCAN is a network of organisations in the South of England, and works to identify new models of production and distribution of cultural products.

SCAN consists of a network of 12 organisations in the UK (mainly based in the South of England). SCAN is committed to identifying new models of production and distribution of artworks and other cultural products.

SCAN aims to provide an expansive and fertile space for artists, practitioners, writers, audiences and organisations to engage with its projects and initiatives. This will be provided through the SCAN website and through the physical spaces in its member organizations. It is a unique collaboration and will be a major resource for the development of practice, projects and ideas.

The organisation was set up in 2001 as a platform for collaboration and sharing of resources between the consortium members. 2003 saw a new phase of development within SCAN through the appointment of a Director in January 2003, and the launch of a website and other activities including the 9PIN project in February 2004. 9PIN is pivotal in the development of SCAN and in defining its role in relation to the consortium members.

Whilst SCAN is driven mainly by new media, it welcomes innovative ideas and practice that also involve other forms. SCAN provides a network for practitioners, information and opportunities, training, exhibition and equipment to support the production of new work and educational initiatives involving digital arts and/or hybrid practice. It is intended to be a focal point for a wide spectrum of activity such as critical debate, community and education projects, on-line journals and communities, collaborative arts production and project partnerships between the private and public sectors.