Digital Services Program
Highlights
The Digital Services Program is designed specifically for businesses like yours in Manitoba. This program offers you a unique opportunity to modernize your operations with expert guidance at no cost. By participating, you can receive tailored insights from highly vetted service providers in three critical areas: Business Technology Assessment, Digital Legal Services, or Cybersecurity Audit. These services will help you maximize your technology investments and meet the digital demands of today's marketplace.
Why should you apply?
- Fully covered costs: The program covers all expenses, so you get top-tier services without financial strain.
- Expert guidance: Work with experienced professionals who provide customized solutions to enhance your business operations.
- Enhanced security and compliance: Protect your business from online threats and secure your digital assets with a comprehensive cybersecurity plan or legal services.
What's in it for you?
- Tailored IT roadmap: Align your technology with your business goals through a Business Technology Assessment.
- Legal protection: Secure your rights to your website content and data with Digital Legal Services.
- Cybersecurity: Safeguard your business with a custom cybersecurity plan.
The application process is straightforward, and qualifying is easy if you meet the basic criteria. Approval will provide you with invaluable resources to help your business thrive in the digital age.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Repayment Terms and Interest Rates:
- There are no repayment terms or interest rates. This is a non-repayable grant.
Eligible Expenses:
- Business Technology Assessment
- Digital Legal Services
- Cybersecurity Audit
Use of Funds:
- The funds can only be used to cover the costs of the services provided by the vetted Digital Service Provider.
- The grant cannot be used for any other expenses outside of the specified services.
Fees:
- There are no fees associated with this program. All costs for the eligible services are fully covered by the grant.
Qualifications
- Your business is owned and operated in the Province of Manitoba.
- Your business is registered and in good standing with the Manitoba Companies Office.
- Your business has been operating since April 1, 2021, or earlier.
- You can demonstrate that your business has invested a minimum of $3,500 in building digital capacity since April 1, 2022.
- You have a minimum of 5 full-time equivalent employees for the Business Technology Assessment or the Cybersecurity Audit.
- You have a minimum of 2 full-time equivalent employees for Digital Legal Services.
The individual named in the application is authorized to enter into legal agreements on behalf of the company.
Disqualifications:
- Businesses that have previously received a Business Technology Assessment, Cybersecurity Audit, or Digital Legal Services through the Digital Services Program.
Description
The Digital Services Program offers a great opportunity for your business to modernize its operations. This program connects you with experienced service providers in three key areas: Business Technology Assessment, Digital Legal Services, or Cybersecurity Audit.
The best part? The cost of these services is fully covered. You don’t have to worry about any expenses. These services will help you get more from your technology investments and meet the digital needs of today's market.
Here’s what you can gain:
- Business Technology Assessment: Receive a tailored IT roadmap aligned with your business goals.
- Digital Legal Services: Secure your rights to your website content and collected data.
- Cybersecurity Audit: Protect your business from online threats with a custom cybersecurity plan.
By participating, you’ll work with vetted professionals who will provide valuable insights and help you develop a final report or legal documentation. This program is designed to help your business thrive in the digital age without any financial burden.
Program Steps
Create an Account: Visit the Digital Services Program website and create an account.
Complete the Application Form: Fill out the Digital Services Program application form with your business details.
Prepare Documentation: Gather the necessary documents to support your application. You will need:
- Proof of business registration and good standing with the Manitoba Companies Office.
- Financial records showing a minimum investment of $3,500 in digital capacity since April 1, 2022.
- Employee records to verify the number of full-time equivalent employees.
- Authorization letter if the applicant is not the business owner.
Submit the Application: Submit the completed application form along with the required documentation through the online portal.
Attend Screening Interview: Participate in a 15-minute screening interview with a Digital Manitoba Initiative representative.
Receive Approval: If approved, you will receive an email with instructions to sign a statement of work and book your onboarding meeting.
Onboarding Meeting: Attend a 30-minute onboarding meeting with a DMI representative and your assigned Digital Service Provider to discuss the service delivery process and next steps.
Service Delivery: Work with the Digital Service Provider to receive the tailored services as outlined in the statement of work.
Complete Exit Survey and Interview: After the services are delivered, complete an exit survey and a 15-minute exit interview with a DMI representative.