Local MP Maria Miller has welcomed the expansion of the government’s Help to Grow: Digital scheme which will now reach 1.2 million eligible businesses.
The scheme is targeted at small businesses with between 1 and 249 employees and allows them to purchase software at a discount of up to £5,000. Adopting the latest technology is proven to help businesses make the most of their potential and this scheme will help small businesses to take advantage of technology in the same way as large, well-resourced organisations.
Maria said, ‘This scheme is extremely useful and will allow Basingstoke’s businesses to make purchases that they might not have otherwise been able to afford. I encourage all eligible businesses in Basingstoke to consider applying and take advantage of everything on offer.’
The Government estimates that an increase in productivity could add up to £100 billion to the British economy, which for individual businesses could make a huge impact.
