7 aides à la transformation numérique

Aides à la transformation numérique - Terros

Digital transformation offers SME and TPE in France significant benefits, ranging from optimizing operational processes to expanding business opportunities.

By adopting innovative technologies, these companies can improve their competitiveness and strengthen their resilience facing economic challenges.

The adoption of this change was made clear more accessible by the state, which now offers a wide list of aids intended for VSEs and SMEs wishing to transform their daily lives:

France Digital Check

This check helps you finance your digital transformation expenses (diagnosis, support, purchase of equipment, use of a service provider, etc.).

How to benefit from it?

You must submit an application to the relevant bodies, such as the General Directorate of Enterprises (DGE) or the Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CCI). You will be asked to provide a quote from the service provider or equipment supplier, attesting to your digital transformation project.

This aid can go up to €1,500, depending on the region.

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Innovation Tax Credit (ITC)

This is a tax measure that allows companies engaged in innovation projects, including digital transformation, to benefit from a tax credit.

How to benefit from it?

By declaring eligible expenses during the annual tax return. It is essential to follow the criteria defined by the tax administration to ensure the eligibility of investments.

The rate of the innovation tax credit is fixed and equal to 20 % of the expenses incurred by the company, themselves capped at €400,000.

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Research tax credit (CIR)

The research tax credit (CIR) aims to encourage companies to invest in research and development (R&D) activities. The CIR rate is likely to fluctuate depending on the geographical location of the company.

How to benefit from it?

Companies, regardless of their size and legal form, can generally claim the CIR, provided that they carry out eligible research activities (in our case: the development of new products, processes, or materials).

The amount is set at 30% of total expenses.

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Tax Credit for Competitiveness and Employment (CICE)

This credit is intended to support companies in their competitiveness efforts, particularly for expenses linked to digitalization.

How to benefit from it?

SMEs and VSEs can benefit from the CICE by declaring expenses related to the digitalization of their activities. Obtaining this tax credit is done during the annual tax return, taking into account expenses eligible under the CICE.

This aid corresponds to 6% for remuneration paid from January 1, 2018.

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Bpifrance assistance

Bpifrance offers different types of aid, including loans, guarantees, and subsidies, to support companies in their digital transformation.

How to benefit from it?

Requests are made directly on the Bpifrance websiteThe evaluation process takes into consideration the specific needs of each digital transformation project.

The maximum loan amount is set at €50,000.

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Regional aid

Some regions offer specific aids to support the digital transformation of businesses, such as grants or low-interest loans.

How to benefit from it?

All you need to do is submit a file detailing the digital transformation project and financial needs to the regional economic development agencies or Regional Councils.

In Île-de-France, for example, the TP'up Relance aid offers a subsidy of up to €150,000.

PM'up Relance offers a grant of up to €800,000.

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Cybersecurity Aids

Specific grants may be available to strengthen the cybersecurity of companies during their digital transition.

How to benefit from it?

These grants can be applied for from organizations such as the National Agency for Information Systems Security (ANSSI). Companies must submit applications detailing their cybersecurity needs and the measures they intend to put in place.

The Cybersecurity diagnosis, which costs €8,800 excluding tax, is subsidized to the tune of 50% by Bpifrance, or €4,400.

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