Help to Grow: Digital is a government backed, UK-wide scheme that supports eligible small businesses to choose, buy and integrate software into their business.
Software integration can help SMEs to reach more customers, streamline time-consuming tasks and free up more time to focus on core business needs. Many businesses feel that cost and knowledge are barriers to adopting new software and digital ways of working. This is how Help to Grow: Digital can help.
Through the scheme, you can access funding to help buy new software and receive a discount of up to 50% or £5,000 (excluding VAT) towards the cost. You are also offered free, impartial advice and guidance. The funding is available for approved suppliers for three software types:
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Digital Accounting
eCommerce
You can check if you are eligible for the programme here.
You can check the software available and compare packages here.
The scheme has already received lots of positive feedback. Here's what Karim Samani, FSB member and Managing Director of TechDisinfect / Wellbeing & Ergonomics, had to say:
“With the Help to Grow: Digital scheme, I was able to implement CRM software into my business, TechDisinfect. It’s helped me to contact customers, view sales reports, and save time on admin so that I can develop my business. Since using the software, my business has grown 30 – 40%."
To find out more about the scheme and apply please click here.
You can contact Help to Grow: Digital regarding general enquiries via email: sme.helptogrow@beis.gov.uk