A strategic decision. A measurable return.
Artificial intelligence only creates value when it is aligned with your business objectives.
The COLAB™ Method was designed to identify, prioritize, and quantify the initiatives that generate the greatest gains in productivity, profitability, and growth. Each mandate aims for a simple objective: to build a clear and documented roadmap based on measurable business results.
Our ambition is to help you identify opportunities whose value creation potential far exceeds your investment.
An investment tailored to your business
Every organization is different.
The scope of a mandate depends in particular on:
the size of the company;
the complexity of the operations;
the number of processes to be analyzed;
technological systems in place;
strategic objectives pursued.
That's why each proposal is based on a fixed price, tailored to your organization's specific needs. You know your investment from the outset, with no overruns or surprises.
What you get
In six weeks, you will gain a clear and prioritized vision of your transformation.
A strategic assessment of your AI maturity
Identifying the best business opportunities
A financial analysis of the potential benefits
A prioritized roadmap
Technology recommendations
Risks to manage
Implementation priorities
An executive presentation intended for management
You leave with a concrete plan, ready to be executed.
Why invest now?
Artificial intelligence is already transforming the manufacturing, industrial, distribution and service sectors.
Organizations that take the time to plan their transformation today will be the ones that benefit from the productivity gains, cost savings, and new competitive advantages of tomorrow.
The goal is not to adopt AI faster than others.
The goal is to adopt it in the right places, with the right projects, and in the right order.
Let's start with an exploratory meeting
Each mandate begins with a confidential discussion of approximately 30 minutes.
This meeting allows us to:
understand your business context;
to answer your questions;
evaluate the most promising opportunities;
validate your eligibility for grant programs;
determine the level of support best suited to your business.
Following this meeting, you will receive a personalized, fixed-price proposal tailored to your specific situation.
50%
expenses reimbursed by the ESSOR 1B program
50%
expenses reimbursed by the ESSOR 1B program
$20,000
Maximum support for a strategic diagnosis
Before the start of the term
The application must be submitted before the start of the work
Funding programs to accelerate your transformation
The Government of Quebec and the Government of Canada actively support businesses investing in their digital transformation and the adoption of artificial intelligence. Depending on your project and eligibility, a significant portion of your investment may be funded.
ESSOR Program – Component 1B: Digital Diagnosis and Strategic Planning
The ESSOR – Component 1B program, administered by Investissement Québec, supports SMEs that wish to carry out a digital diagnosis, define an artificial intelligence strategy or prepare a transformation roadmap.
This program can fund:
digital diagnostics;
technological audits;
strategic plans in AI;
preliminary studies prior to implementation.
Financial assistance
Up to 50% of eligible fees
Maximum of $20,000
General terms and conditions apply
Company based in Quebec
Approximately 250 employees or fewer
Annual revenues of at least $2.5 million
The application must be submitted before the start of the term of office
Available subsidies
ESSOR Program – Component 1C: Project Implementation
Once your strategic plan is completed, the ESSOR program – Component 1C can support the implementation of the recommended projects.
This program can contribute to the funding of:
the implementation of the chosen solutions;
the integration of new technologies;
certain support activities related to deployment.
Financial assistance
Up to 50% of eligible expenses
Maximum of up to $50,000, depending on the project.
MFOR Program – Services Quebec
Training and change management
The success of an artificial intelligence project also depends on the skills of the teams.
The Workforce Training Measure (MFOR) program can contribute to funding:
training activities;
skills development;
change management;
employee support.
Financial assistance
Generally 50% of eligible expenses, which may be higher in some cases.
Assistance of up to $100,000 is available depending on the project.
Other programs
Depending on your sector of activity and the nature of your project, other programs may also be considered, including:
Economic Development Canada (CED) for certain innovation projects;
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) for financing investments related to the implementation of artificial intelligence solutions.