Practical SME guides

Plan the project before chasing the grant.

These guides help SME owners choose the right support route, define scope, avoid weak vendor proposals, and think clearly about AI and long-term ROI.

Comparison

PSG vs EDG

When to use a pre-scoped solution route and when a deeper transformation grant may fit better.

AI

AI readiness checklist

How to decide whether an AI project is ready for funding, vendors, or a smaller first step.

Vendor selection

Questions before hiring a vendor

Ownership, handover, maintenance, data access, and project success questions.

ROI

Digital transformation ROI

How to estimate whether a grant-supported technology project will still make sense after delivery.

CRM

CRM and automation projects

What SMEs should define before buying CRM, workflow automation, or follow-up tools.

Preparation

Before applying

Documents, business case, project scope, and internal readiness checks to prepare early.