Submit your digitalization project & receive funding
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Digitally connect employees & secure grants for your social intranet
Digitalization is no longer just a trend, it’s a necessity to stay competitive. Innovative technologies, automated processes, and digital tools – such as a modern social intranet or an employee app – enable companies to work more efficiently, reduce costs, enhance internal communication, and strengthen employee engagement.
A well-thought-out digitalization strategy not only boosts productivity but also fosters a strong company culture and employer brand that attracts and retains top talent.
However, for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), implementing digitalization projects can require significant investment. This is where government funding programs come in: they provide financial support to facilitate digital transformation and help SMEs prepare for the future.
Act early & secure your funding
When applying for funding, it’s crucial to carefully review the eligibility criteria – applications often need to be submitted before the project starts. Additionally, each program may have specific deadlines, budget limits, and requirements.
Since many funding programs have a limited budget, funds can run out quickly. That’s why it pays off to take action early in the year to secure grants in time and benefit from the best funding opportunities.
Early planning and expert guidance can help maximize available funding while avoiding bureaucratic hurdles.
The most important Digitalization Grants for 2025 & how companies can benefit:
DIGITAL.PLUS 2025 (Upper Austria)
With the DIGITAL.PLUS program, the WKO Upper Austria and the state of Upper Austria support SMEs in implementing digitalization projects. This program follows the previous Digital Starter funding initiative
Important: Companies that already received funding from Digital Starter 2022/2023 are not eligible.
Funding? Not yet determined (minimum investment: €10,000)
Who can apply? SMEs based in Upper Austria (WKOÖ members)
What is funded? Concept development and implementation of digitalization projects
Förderung Digitalisierung (Vienna)
The Vienna Business Agency provides funding for SMEs across all industries in Vienna that have been operating for at least one year. Free consultation is included.
Important: Submission deadlines: March 31 and June 30, 2025
Funding? 0% of project costs, up to €50,000 per project (minimum project size: €10,000)
Who can apply? SMEs based in Vienna (operating for at least one year)
What is funded? Investments in the development and implementation of new digital solutions, devices, software, and licenses
KMU.DIGITAL and KMU.DIGITAL & GREEN 2025 (Austria)
The Federal Ministry of Labor and Economy together with WKO Austria supports SMEs in digital transformation and sustainable digitalization.
Important: EMultiple advisory tools can be combined (maximum funding €3,000).
Who can apply? SMEs based in Austria
What is funded?
- Consulting:
Status & potential analysis: 80% subsidy, max. €400 per tool
Strategy consulting: 50% subsidy, max. €1,000 per tool - Implementation:
30% subsidy, max. €6,000 per company (focus on digital transformation, automation, and sustainable digitalization)
Disclaimer: All information is provided without guarantee. Funding conditions may change—please check directly with the responsible funding agencies.