CENGN — Centre of Excellence in Next Generation Networks
Highlights
Hello,
Imagine having access to infrastructure worth over $5 million without spending a dime. That's what this program offers your business. It's designed to help you commercialize your innovative technology, products, or services. For 9 to 12 weeks, you get no-cost access to a top-tier computing and networking testbed. This means you can run demonstrations, interoperability tests, or stress tests without financial strain.
What's in it for you? Besides the testbed, you receive project management and engineering support. This expert guidance ensures you're on the right track every step of the way. Plus, our marketing team will help promote your project's success, giving your business the visibility it deserves. It's a chance to significantly advance your commercialization efforts with resources tailored to your needs.
Qualifying is straightforward, and projects can start within 1-3 months. With specialties in areas like AI, IoT, and mobile networks, this program is a perfect fit for your business. It's an opportunity to push forward with the support and tools you need.
Financing Details
Grant: The financing provided is in the form of a grant, meaning there is no requirement to repay the funds.
Eligible Expenses: The grant covers expenses directly related to the use of the multi-cloud commercial-grade computing and networking testbed. This includes costs associated with project management and engineering support provided during the project duration.
Restrictions on Use of Funds: The funds cannot be used for general operational costs such as payroll, office rent, or unrelated business expenses that do not directly contribute to the project facilitated by CENGN.
Fees: There are no application or participation fees associated with accessing this grant. This ensures that all the funds provided can be fully utilized towards enhancing your technology and commercialization efforts.
Qualifications
- Your company must be based in Canada.
- Your company must have less than 500 employees.
- Your company must have less than $50 million in annual revenue.
- Your product must be either in the market now or approaching the end of development.
- Your company must be able to make productive use of the CENGN Testbed to advance its commercialization efforts.
Description
Your business can benefit from a unique opportunity to access infrastructure worth over $5 million. This program is designed to help you commercialize your innovative technology, products, applications, or services. You get no-cost access to a top-tier computing and networking testbed for 9 to 12 weeks. This means you can run projects like demonstrations, interoperability tests, or stress tests without worrying about the costs.
You also receive project management and engineering support throughout your project. This ensures you have expert guidance every step of the way. Plus, the marketing team will help promote the success of your project, giving your business the visibility it deserves.
The program covers a broad range of technology areas, including AI, IoT, and mobile networks. Your business can advance its commercialization efforts significantly with these resources. There’s no set start or end date, so you can begin when you’re ready. This is a chance to push your business forward with the support and tools you need.
Program Steps
Prepare Your Project Proposal
Outline your project goals, technology area, and how you plan to use the CENGN Testbed.Gather Required Documentation
You will need the following documents:- Business registration details
- Financial statements (last two years)
- Project timeline and milestones
- Technical specifications of your product or service
- Any existing market research or customer feedback
Complete the Application Form
Fill out the online application form with your project details and attach the required documentation.Submit Your Application
Review your application for accuracy and submit it through the designated platform.Await Confirmation
A member of the business development team will contact you within a week to discuss your application.Prepare for Project Kick-off
Once accepted, coordinate with CENGN to finalize project details and schedule your start date.
