
OCI — Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan program (DMAP)
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ON, Canada
Support for digital modernization for SMEs in Ontario
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- grant_single|openingDate January 11, 2023
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- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
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- Government of Ontario
- Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)
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The Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan (DMAP) program provides Ontario SMEs with up to $15,000 to develop a tailored digital adoption strategy by working with a Digital Adoption Consultant. The program aims to support digital literacy, expedite technology adoption, and enhance the competitiveness of SMEs by helping them understand and implement digital technologies.
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- Reimbursement of up to 50% of total eligible project costs, with a maximum grant of $15,000 per project.
- Applicant must contribute at least 50% of the total eligible project costs in cash.
- Funding is released upon project completion and approval of final documentation, including completed plan and supporting invoices.
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- Creation of a Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan tailored to the company’s digital needs.
- Engagement with a qualified Digital Adoption Consultant to analyze current digital capabilities and identify appropriate technology solutions.
- Development of strategies to accelerate digital transformation and drive company growth through technology adoption.
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$ 15,000
Design a digital marketing strategy for a non-profit community theatre
$ 15,000
Adopt a digital customer relationship management (CRM) platform for an accounting firm
$ 15,000
Develop a comprehensive e-commerce plan for a local retail store
$ 15,000
Set up digital financial management tools for a small cooperative
$ 15,000
Implement a digital inventory management system for a small logistics firm
$ 15,000
Develop a digital fundraising strategy for a local charity
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- The company must be incorporated federally or provincially and possess a valid Business Number.
- The company must be a for-profit, privately owned business with a permanent establishment in Ontario.
- The business must employ between 1 and 499 full-time equivalent employees.
- The company must demonstrate a culture and structure that values growth and innovation, with a willingness to adopt new technologies.
- The project must involve contracting an approved Digital Adoption Consultant from the DCC roster to develop a Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan.
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- Ontario-based for-profit, privately owned businesses
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with 1–499 full-time equivalent employees
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- Businesses engaged in consumer-facing retail or e-commerce operations.
- Corporate chains and franchises.
- Registered charities.
- Representatives of multi-level marketing companies.
- Real estate brokerages and not-for-profit organizations.
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- Fees for services provided by an approved Digital Adoption Consultant (DAC) registered on the DCC roster, specifically for the development of a Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan (DMAP).
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- Ontario
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- Assessment of the organization's current digital maturity and capabilities.
- Clarity of the need for a digital modernization and adoption plan.
- Significance of the opportunity, including expected growth potential and economic benefit to the SME and Ontario (such as job creation, increased revenues, or productivity).
- Evidence of a clear strategy and capacity to implement the plan and adopt digital technologies.
- Overall quality, feasibility, and completeness of the application and project budget.
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Initiate Application
- Submit a Client Intake Form to express your interest in the program.
- Wait for contact from an OCI Business Development Manager (BDM) or Digital Adoption Advisor (DAA) to discuss the opportunity.
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Access Application System
Receive login information for OCI's online application system, AccessOCI, if the opportunity is suitable for the program.
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Complete Online Application
- Fill out the application form in AccessOCI.
- Upload required supporting documents including resumes/CVs, a letter of support from an external DAC, and any additional relevant documents.
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Obtain Endorsement
Request endorsement of your application from your BDM/DAA.
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Submit Application
Submit the application after obtaining the necessary endorsement.
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Internal Review
- OCI reviews the application for eligibility, completeness, and financial compliance.
- Address any deficiencies sent to you by OCI.
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External Review
If deemed eligible, the application is reviewed by an external committee of experts.
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Notification
Receive an email notification of OCI’s decision regarding funding.
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Execute Agreement
If approved, sign OCI’s funding agreement using their online electronic signature function.
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- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; there is no fixed deadline.
- Final reports, including proof of expenditure and a completed DMAP, must be submitted within 30 days of project completion for reimbursement.
- A brief retrospective survey must be completed annually for three years after the project’s end date.
- Project changes or budget variances of $5,000 or more require prior notification and approval from OCI.
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CRitchie@oc-innovation.ca
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