If you are planning to implement a CRM, automation or AI agent this year, check eligibility before signing a quote. The application must be submitted before work begins, not retroactively. If eligible, part of the investment can be recovered through this programme, but only if documented correctly from the start.
The Ministry of Economy and Industry has opened a new allocation in the programme to advance digitization among small and medium businesses. According to directive 4.56, applications for partial cost participation can be submitted until 25.08.2026. The programme targets business entities in traditional industry, commerce and services.
What the new allocation includes
The programme offers partial Ministry participation in the costs of businesses committing to implement and advance digitization. The directive was published on 06.06.2019 and last updated on 03.08.2026, with an effective date of 26.06.2023. The new allocation is open through the Agency for Small and Medium Businesses.
Applications are submitted via a digital form attached to the directive, along with supporting appendices. The programme is managed within the Ministry’s policy framework for encouraging small and medium businesses.
Why it matters now
Many businesses are planning digital system investments this year but are unaware that government funding can cover part of the expense. The problem is that applications must be submitted before work begins. If you have already signed a contract or started implementation, you are likely ineligible.
The programme is particularly relevant for businesses planning to implement CRM systems, business automations or AI agents. Partial participation can significantly reduce initial investment costs, but only if documented correctly from the start and applied for on time.
What to do this week
If you are considering a digitization investment in the coming months, start with an eligibility check before anything else. Read the full directive and attached appendices on the Ministry of Economy website. Verify whether your business falls under the definition of traditional industry, commerce or services.
Prepare organised documentation of what you plan to implement, why, and the estimated cost. If working with an external vendor, ensure they are familiar with the programme and know how to document work in a manner consistent with Ministry requirements. We can guide you through the entire process, both on the application side and in building the system itself, so documentation is correct from the start. Read more about managed automation solutions suited to small and medium businesses.
Frequently asked
According to the directive, applications must be submitted before work begins. If you have already signed a contract or started implementation, you are likely ineligible for participation. Check eligibility and submit an application before any commitment.
The directive does not specify an exact timeline for processing applications. Processing time depends on the workload at the Agency for Small and Medium Businesses and the completeness of your documentation. Submit applications as early as possible, well before the deadline of 25.08.2026.
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