SMEs Go Digital
The SMEs Go Digital programme is IMDA's flagship initiative to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) adopt digital technologies to improve operations and generate new revenue. SMEs are at the heart of Singapore's economy, employing two-thirds of the workforce and contributing nearly half of Singapore's GDP. The programme aims to make going digital simple and accessible for all SMEs, regardless of their current digital maturity level. Building on the foundation of the Enhanced iSPRINT programme, SMEs Go Digital takes a more structured and inclusive approach towards digital solution adoption. It provides SMEs with sector-specific Industry Digital Plans (IDPs) as step-by-step guides, access to pre-approved digital solutions with grant support through the Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG), and digital consultancy services through the CTO-as-a-Service platform. The programme encompasses several key components: Industry Digital Plans covering 22 sectors, pre-approved solutions with PSG grant support, the CTO-as-a-Service platform (serving 400,000+ users in 2024), Advanced Digital Solutions (ADS), the GenAI Navigator tool, and InvoiceNow for e-invoicing.
Eligibility Criteria
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Business entity registered and operating in Singapore
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Minimum 30% local equity held by Singaporeans and/or Singapore PRs
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Group annual sales turnover ≤ S$100 million OR group employment ≤ 200 employees
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IT solutions or equipment must be purchased for use in Singapore
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Must NOT have made payment/deposits to vendor prior to application submission
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Not eligible: Charities, IPCs, Religious Entities, VWOs, Government agencies/subsidiaries, societies
How to Apply
1. Visit GoBusiness Gov Assist to browse pre-approved solutions 2. Obtain direct quotation from pre-approved vendor (must match Annex 3 specifications) 3. Prepare required documents (financial statements, company details, vendor proposal) 4. Sign in to Corppass account and submit via Business Grants Portal (BGP) 5. Receive and accept Letter of Offer within specified timeline 6. Deploy solution for at least 30 days and pay vendor in full 7. Submit claim via BGP with invoice, payment proof, usage report, and photos 8. Receive disbursement via Corporate PayNow (14 working days) or GIRO (up to 8 weeks)
Claims and Disbursement
The PSG operates on a reimbursement basis. After deploying the solution for at least 30 days and paying the vendor in full, submit claims via BGP by the claim due date. Required documents include invoice from approved vendor, payment documents showing full payment, usage report for IT solutions (minimum 1 month), and photos of software license number or equipment serial number. Claim approval notifications are sent via email, followed by disbursement via Corporate PayNow (~14 working days) or GIRO (~8 weeks).
Frequently Asked Questions
Up to S$30,000 per company per financial year (April–March), with up to 50% co-funding for SMEs. Non-SMEs can receive up to 30%.
Yes, there's no limit on the number of solutions, subject to the annual cap. However, IT solutions (including digital marketing) are limited to one application per UEN. Equipment solutions are applicable for multiple locations.
No. You must not make any payment or deposit to the vendor prior to application submission. Starting the project or making payments before receiving and accepting the Letter of Offer will disqualify you.
Typically 4–6 weeks, but can vary depending on complexity and volume.
PSG operates on a reimbursement basis. You pay the vendor in full first, then submit a claim for the approved grant portion.
A 24/7 one-stop self-help platform where SMEs can assess digital readiness, browse 300+ pre-approved solutions, compare options, and access digital consultancy services.
22 sectors including Logistics, Retail, Food Services, Hotel, Security, Built Environment, Tourism (Attractions), Legal, and more. Full list available at the CTO-as-a-Service platform.
A new recommendation tool that provides SME-specific business recommendations and guides them to pre-approved GenAI solutions with up to 50% grant support.
Related Grants
Generative AI (GenAI) Programme
IMDA
Funding support for GenAI solution adoption and project implementation. Specific co-funding quantum is not publicly disclosed and is assessed per project under the Digital Leaders Programme.
IMDA's Generative AI (GenAI) Programme helps digitally mature enterprises understand GenAI and implement solutions with tech partners to access new markets, boost productivity, and create new products. The programme is delivered through two tracks: 1. **GenAI x Digital Leaders (GenAI x DL)** — a project-based track with a Tech Discovery phase (understand GenAI, identify use cases, receive tech advisory) followed by a Project Implementation phase (partner with vendors, deploy solutions, receive governance and best-practice guidance). 2. **CTO-as-a-Service** — off-the-shelf GenAI-powered solutions available without customisation via the CTO-as-a-Service portal. Common use cases supported include Knowledge Mining, Customer Engagement, Conversational Analytics, Operations Automation, and Content Generation.
GenAI Navigator
IMDA
Comprehensive support programme (not direct cash grant) including visa facilitation, capital connections, and strategic advisory
The Global Founder Programme (GFP) is a programme launched by EDB to attract experienced, seasoned business founders and innovators to launch and scale their next venture from Singapore as their global headquarters. It strengthens Singapore's startup ecosystem by supporting innovative ventures with the potential to become global industry leaders. The GFP follows a three-stage model: Start (soft landing/networking) → Build (establishment/team formation) → Accelerate (market expansion/capital connection). It is not a direct cash grant but rather a comprehensive support programme providing visa facilitation, capital connections, and strategic advisory services.
Logistics Industry Digital Plan (IDP)
Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) / Enterprise Singapore
Up to 50% co-funding through PSG, capped at S$30,000 per company per financial year, plus free digital consultancy via CTO-as-a-Service
The Logistics Industry Digital Plan (IDP) is part of the SMEs Go Digital programme, aligned to the Logistics Industry Transformation Map (ITM). It provides a step-by-step guide on the digital solutions SMEs in the Logistics industry can adopt at each stage of their growth. The first Logistics IDP was launched in 2017 and has been jointly refreshed by IMDA, Enterprise Singapore (ESG), and the industry to introduce new digital solutions that meet current and anticipated future needs. The refreshed Logistics IDP includes new digital solutions across different growth stages, a new Digital Training Roadmap to help SMEs identify relevant training programmes for workforce upskilling, integrated and advanced digital solutions for deeper digital capabilities, a roadmap on Cybersecurity and Data Protection measures, and Change Management guidance. A 2021 IMDA survey showed that IDP-recommended digital solutions improved overall work process efficiency, with ~85% of respondents observing time savings and 75% noting manpower-efficient digital solutions reduced dependency on manual labour.
Sea Transport Industry Digital Plan (IDP)
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) / IMDA / Enterprise Singapore
Digital transformation support with co-funding options available
The Sea Transport Industry Digital Plan is a collaborative initiative between MPA and IMDA to support digital transformation in Singapore's sea transport sector. This programme provides guidance, resources, and support for maritime companies to adopt digital technologies, improve operational efficiency, and enhance competitiveness. The plan includes digital readiness assessment, technology adoption roadmaps, and funding support for qualifying digitalization projects. It forms part of the broader industry transformation efforts to position Singapore as a smart maritime hub.
SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)
SkillsFuture Singapore
One-off S$10,000 credit per entity, covering up to 90% of out-of-pocket expenses
The SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) aims to encourage employers to undertake enterprise and workforce transformation initiatives. It provides additional support, over and above existing schemes, to eligible employers for their enterprise and workforce transformation efforts. Eligible employers receive a one-off credit of S$10,000 per entity to cover up to 90% of out-of-pocket expenses on qualifying costs. The SFEC was originally announced in Budget 2020 and expanded in Budget 2022. As announced in Budget 2025, the current SFEC has been further extended and a redesigned SFEC is being introduced under the Enterprise Workforce Transformation Package (EWTP), which launched from March 2026. Under the redesigned scheme, qualifying companies receive a fresh $10,000 credit.
Hawkers' Productivity Grant (HPG)
National Environment Agency
Up to 80% of equipment unit cost (excluding GST), capped at $7,000 per stallholder
The Hawkers' Productivity Grant (HPG) is a targeted funding programme designed to help cooked food stallholders at NEA-managed or NEA-appointed-operator-managed hawker centres improve their operational efficiency. The grant subsidises the purchase of automation equipment and digital services solutions that help hawkers achieve higher productivity in food preparation and service delivery. The HPG recognises that many hawker stallholders are small operators who may not have the capital to invest in productivity-enhancing equipment. By covering up to 80% of equipment costs, the grant lowers the barrier to adoption of automation and digital tools. ⚠️ URGENT: 31 March 2026 is the last day to apply.