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Digital Transformation Offensive program (OTN) — Stream 2 – Optimization
QC, Canada
Digital transformation support program for Quebec's food processors
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Grant and Funding
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- Manufacturing
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- Conseil de la transformation alimentaire du Québec (CTAQ)
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The Offensive de Transformation Numérique (OTN) program, in collaboration with the Quebec Ministry of Economy, Innovation, and Energy, offers a grant of up to 75% of eligible expenses to support food processing companies in Quebec to implement digital transformation initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity and competitiveness. Eligible activities include the selection, purchase, and integration of digital solutions and technologies such as business intelligence, artificial intelligence, and data warehousing to optimize operations.
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The Digital Transformation Offensive program (OTN) under Stream 2 – Optimization provides significant financial support to encourage digital transformation within the food processing sector in Quebec. The program is designed to maximize resource allocation and efficiency for participating enterprises.
- Grants cover up to 75% of eligible project expenses, reducing the financial burden for participating companies.
- For accessing the program, participants must invest 40% of the project’s total cost, ensuring a minimum contribution from the company.
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The Digital Transformation Offensive program (OTN) — Stream 2 – Optimization supports projects that promote digital optimization within food processing companies in Quebec. Eligible activities focus on leveraging digital tools to enhance data management and boost business intelligence.
- Development and implementation of data warehouses to organize and manage company data.
- Integration of business intelligence solutions for enhanced decision-making capabilities.
- Application of artificial intelligence, including predictive modeling and machine learning, to optimize operations.
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$ 14,000
Implement a cloud-based AI solution for predictive maintenance in manufacturing
$ 15,000
Implement AI-driven predictive models for customer behavior analysis
$ 12,000
Enhance data management and BI capabilities for a local financial cooperative
$ 13,000
Digitize the supply chain with an advanced traceability system for food products
$ 15,000
Develop a data warehousing and BI solution for retail data consolidation
$ 15,000
Automate food processing lines using robotics for enhanced efficiency
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the company's profile and capabilities.
- The company must be a food processing business.
- The applicant must have completed a digital diagnostic assessment.
- The company must have completed a strategic planning exercise, adopting a mission, vision, and development axes.
- The company must demonstrate the capacity to invest 40% of the total project funding, including a minimum investment of $10,000 for a project capped at $25,000.
- The company must have the human resources necessary to complete the transition within the designated timeframe.
- The company must have achieved a minimum annual revenue of $1 million during the preceding fiscal year.
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This grant is specifically targeted at food processing companies located in Quebec looking to undertake a digital transformation to enhance productivity and competitiveness.
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This grant is not available to certain companies and industries based on their status or main activities. The focus is on ensuring that only designated sectors benefit from the digital transformation support.
- Agricultural companies are not considered eligible.
- Sectors considered as ancillary, such as transportation and packaging.
- Providers of technological solutions and services.
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This grant supports digitization initiatives within the food processing industry in Quebec. Eligible projects focus on technological advancement and improving business processes through digital transformation.
- Accompaniment in implementing selected digital tools, including purchase and integration of technological solutions.
- Optimization through the establishment of data warehouses, business intelligence, and artificial intelligence applications.
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This grant is tailored specifically for companies operating within the transformation food sector in Quebec. It aims to support those businesses required to undergo digital transformation to enhance productivity and competitiveness.
- Companies located in Quebec, Canada.
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Yes, there are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. These criteria ensure that the applicants are well-prepared and capable of effectively implementing the proposed digital transformation projects.
- Completed a digital diagnosis, with a potential subvention from Investissement Québec for this step.
- Completed a strategic planning exercise, including a mission statement, company vision, and development axes.
- Ability to invest 40% of the total project funding, i.e., $10,000 on a $25,000 project.
- Availability of human resources to complete the project within a short time frame.
- Achieved a minimum turnover of $1 million in the previous financial year.
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Request a Digital Diagnostic
- Complete a digital diagnostic to assess your company's digital maturity.
- Contact Investment Québec for assistance and potential funding for the diagnostic.
- Step 2: Strategic Planning
- Undertake a strategic planning exercise to define your mission, vision, and development axes.
- Ensure the plan outlines the transformation goals and strategy.
- Step 3: Prepare Application Documents
- Prepare the pre-qualification form which outlines initial eligibility and project details.
- Compile documents to demonstrate the ability to invest 40% of the funding.
- Ensure a minimum turnover of $1M from the previous financial year is documented.
- Step 4: Formulate Your Grant Application
- Complete the detailed grant application form with all necessary information and project plans.
- Ensure the application includes plans for both Digital Implementation and Optimization aspects.
- Step 5: Partner with Specialists
- Select an integration consultant for guidance during the digital transformation. Avoid using solution providers as integrators.
- Prepare a detailed cost estimate and project timeline with aid from specialists.
- Step 6: Contact MTESS for Training Support
- If required, contact your regional MTESS office to explore available training subsidies for staff involvement in the digital transition.
- Step 7: Submission of Application
- Submit the completed application form and all supporting documents to otn@conseiltaq.com.
- Ensure all materials are comprehensive and submitted by any relevant deadlines noted in the grant description.
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otn@conseiltaq.com
514 249-9494
