The OCI Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan (DMAP) is an Ontario grant for small and medium-sized businesses planning digital transformation. It helps companies assess operations, identify technology needs, and prepare modernization strategies.
The OCI Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan (DMAP) program provides up to 50% reimbursement of eligible project costs, to a maximum contribution of $15,000 per business.
Funding is intended to help Ontario small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) assess their current digital capabilities and develop a customized roadmap for digital transformation. Through the program, businesses work with an approved Digital Adoption Consultant (DAC) to identify technology gaps, evaluate opportunities for improvement, and create a strategic implementation plan.
The funding can be used to offset consulting costs associated with developing a Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan that supports long-term growth and productivity improvements.
Funding levels are based on:
Total eligible consulting costs
Scope and complexity of the digital assessment
Business size and operational requirements
Proposed digital transformation objectives
Applicants are responsible for covering any project costs not reimbursed through the program.
The OCI Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan program supports Ontario SMEs that are looking to improve their competitiveness through digital transformation and technology adoption.
To be eligible, applicants must generally:
Be incorporated federally or provincially
Possess a valid Canadian Business Number (BN)
Operate as a for-profit, privately owned business
Have between 1 and 499 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees
Maintain a permanent establishment in Ontario
Eligible businesses may operate in a variety of sectors, including:
Manufacturing
Professional services
Technology
Distribution and logistics
Retail and e-commerce
Construction
Agri-food
Healthcare and life sciences
Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to improving business operations through the adoption of digital technologies and data-driven decision-making.
The OCI Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan program supports projects that help businesses assess, plan, and prepare for digital transformation initiatives.
Eligible activities include working with an approved Digital Adoption Consultant (DAC) from the designated roster to develop a customized Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan.
The resulting plan may include recommendations related to:
Enterprise software adoption
Business process automation
Data analytics and business intelligence
Cybersecurity improvements
Customer relationship management (CRM) systems
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
Cloud technology implementation
Digital workflow optimization
Artificial intelligence and emerging technology adoption
The Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan should help businesses:
Improve productivity and operational efficiency
Enhance competitiveness
Support future growth and scalability
Identify technology investment priorities
Create a roadmap for digital transformation
Projects must focus on planning and strategy development rather than the direct purchase or implementation of technology solutions.
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