Digital Process Innovation
Funds SMEs and large companies to digitise operations and change how they work.
Enterprise Ireland pays this as a straightforward cost-share grant: 50% of eligible costs up to a maximum of €150,000, covering staff salary time on the project, overheads, external consultancy and project materials. Eligible projects fall into four broad categories: a step-change in company capability and operational effectiveness, a new way of working that improves quality, speed, dependability …
Enterprise Ireland targets businesses that want to embed more digital technology into how they operate, aiming at gains in efficiency, productivity and competitiveness. It covers projects that change working methods, introduce new digital systems or customer experiences, or bring in more sustainable production methods.
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