The E-DATA Digital Transformation Journey

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E-DATA offers a clear, structured pathway for SMEs in Northern Ireland and the border regions of Ireland to achieve sustainable growth and competitiveness. Our services move beyond basic digital presence to focus on embedding advanced digital solutions, data analytics, and automation.

Online SME Academy

Access free, self-paced courses in Cybersecurity, Data Science, Project Management and more. This is ideal for “Getting Started” companies looking to address initial skill gaps. Visit our Academy to access free courses.

This service is provided free of charge as part of your E-DATA digital transformation journey.

Sustainability Workshops

Participate in targeted sessions focused on using digital tools to optimize energy consumption and reduce resource waste. Specialised Digital Platform Workshops also provide guidance on CRM, Digital Marketing, and Data Analytics. Visit our Events page to sign up for free.

This service is provided free of charge as part of your E-DATA digital transformation journey.

Clinics and Triage

Access our free Quick Triage Tool which uses use a Weighted Weakness Triage Algorithm to quantify your digital maturity and assign the most effective support track or book a free session at our SME Business Support Clinics for one-to-one tailored guidance.

This service is provided free of charge as part of your E-DATA digital transformation journey.

Digital Transformation Programme (DTP)

Sign up to our free structured program for SMEs to formalise digital strategy and build core capabilities. It includes the creation of a Customised Roadmap and training in Digital Lean Management

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This service is provided free of charge as part of your E-DATA digital transformation journey.

Digital Transformation Mentoring

Receive bespoke, ongoing guidance to integrate advanced solutions like AI, automation, and sustainability into your unique operations.

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This service is provided free of charge as part of your E-DATA digital transformation journey.

Short Engagements & Transition Projects

Rapid Short Engagements providing software solutions, proof-of-concept demonstrations, and digitalisation support for developing data pipelines or Digital Transition Projects for the most advanced SMEs with a focus on Data Integrations, AI, IoT, and Robotics.

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This service is provided free of charge as part of your E-DATA digital transformation journey.

The assistance provided by E-DATA is non-financial, in-kind support offered at no cost to your enterprise. The Grant Value represents the Gross Grant Equivalent (GGE), calculated using benchmarked market rates to ensure transparency and regulatory compliance.

Values are calculated from the base currency using the official InforEuro exchange rate effective for (Benchmark: 1 EUR = GBP | USD).

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Start with an E-DATA Roadshow or an SME Business Support Clinic for one-to-one advice, and complete your Digitalisation Capability Assessment to get a clear roadmap.

We provide LEAN management training and bespoke projects to embed automation and data-driven process improvements, which can reduce waste by up to 50%.

Yes. Our Digital Transition Projects are specifically designed to deliver proof-of-concept demonstrations and technical implementation of enabling technologies like AI, IoT, and Predictive Analytics.

E-DATA is not constrained to only one sector. We support SMEs across all border communities in sectors including Manufacturing, Tourism & Hospitality, Agri-food, Retail, Wholesale, and Professional Services. The only requirement is that your SME must be physically located within the eligible regions of Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland (Antrim, Armagh, Cavan, Derry~Londonderry, Donegal, Down, Fermanagh, Leitrim, Louth, Monaghan, Sligo and Tyrone).

We run dedicated Sustainability Insights Workshops and offer tailored mentoring focused on embedding decarbonisation strategies and achieving measurable results, such as a 30% improvement in carbon footprint metrics

We actively build the E-DATA collaborative network and host place-based workshops to connect SMEs across both sides of the border, fostering knowledge exchange and shared prosperity.

The E-DATA support model is structured to guide your SME through every stage of digitalisation. It begins with Workshops and Training for knowledge transfer. We also offer a Digital Transformation Programme and bespoke Mentoring and for tailored, ongoing support and enhancements. For implementation, we offer Short Engagements to scope work or Digital Transition Projects to build and embed prototype digital solutions.

You benefit from a diverse pool of expertise across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, which accelerates problem-solving and generates innovative ideas. We actively facilitate cross-border networking events to connect you with peers, suppliers, and new business opportunities.

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