All about the DIJITAL VSE scheme – Martinique grant
The health crisis has had a significant, even critical, impact on business activity in Martinique as in the rest of the world. Some are still facing difficulties due to lack of cash flow or a shortage of customers in the stores. And even companies that have restarted their activities are struggling to cope as they are still subject to the constraints of sanitary measures. Following the2nd wave of COVID-19, the Territorial Collectivity of Martinique launched and extended the DIJITAL TPE scheme. This aid aims to support Martinique’s VSEs in their digital transformation in order to respond urgently to this unprecedented situation.
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In order to better support the continuity of activities of small Martinique businesses through digital technology, DIJITAL TPE is a subsidy offered by the CTM to Martinique’s VSEs with fewer than 10 employees. It can reach 80% of the eligible expenses before tax and is limited to 8 000 € before tax. This budget must be used to optimize a company’s digitalization project. So, even during the health crisis, the company’s activities can still continue online via delivery or click & collect devices, for example.
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Who is this grant for?
The DIJITAL TPE program is reserved exclusively for VSEs outside the digital sector. In addition, the company’s head office must be located in Martinique. Since March 8, 2021, VSEs can submit their application for assistance online until December 31, 2021. Associations subject to commercial taxes also have the opportunity to apply for this digital transformation assistance. The same applies to those with at least one employee. However, DIJITAL TPE is not accessible to self-employed entrepreneurs, real estate companies or advertising agencies.
The objectives of this device for digital transformation
The DIJITAL TPE project aims to promote the remote maintenance of company activities. It also aims to reduce the company’s vulnerability should the health crisis persist. Similarly, resuming activities after containment will also be easier. Most importantly, it ensures that everyone who works in MSEs keeps their job, no matter what. Digital solutions are also effective in minimizing financial losses caused by the pandemic and the health emergency.
Benefits for companies
Even after the lockdown, incentives to telework were maintained. This device is indeed a way to limit the spread of the coronavirus. However, for very small businesses that are not yet digitalized, it comes down to a business stoppage. The DIJITAL TPE system was created to help these companies by allowing them to continue their work virtually, thanks to online sales. Customers can continue to consume the company’s products by ordering remotely. Restaurants can make take-away meals, stores can make click & collect, training centers can make remote sessions… The company’s turnover will thus be maintained or even increased, by reaching more customers. This aid to digitalization contributes to the maintenance and sustainability of jobs in Martinique.
DIJITAL TPE: eligible expenses
The BALAN DIJITAL TPE grant can cover many business expenses. These may include costs related to the creation or redesign of the company’s website. They can also cover the expenses related to the implementation of online sales solutions. The company can perfectly start campaigns of referencing of its Internet site. You can also ask for this emergency help to cover the costs of community management or advertising campaigns on social networks. It is also possible to call upon a professional photographer to take pictures to improve the quality of the company’s website. Finally, the DIJITAL TPE program can help finance the purchase of computer equipment, the implementation of management tools and office software as well as data security. And let’s not forget the training to use digital tools wisely and to successfully telecommute.
On the other hand, consulting expenses for the preparation of the application file are not reimbursed because they are not digital. This is also the case for radio, television and press advertising expenditures.
How do I get this grant?
To benefit from the DIJITAL TPE grant in Martinique, it is necessary to submit an online application for assistance. You must follow the instructions on the site and proceed to the payment of your file. Please note that it is essential to provide certain supporting documents to substantiate your request, in particular one or more estimates justifying the various eligible services. You will also have to indicate the RIB of your company. Proof of registration in the legal registers valid for less than three months and a nominative social declaration are also required. A certificate of non-registration with the CGSS is also essential as well as an official document justifying the number of employees of your company.
How can Altosor Communication help you?
As a global communication agency, our digital communication experts are at your disposal to help you in your efforts and advise you. Indeed, it is essential that the solutions you implement with this assistance are perfectly adapted to your situation, your targets and your objectives. Professionals in online communication, SEO, website creation and redesign and community management, we are here to guide you. This ensures that your budget will be used in the most appropriate way.
