Innovation and technology assistance program (ITAP) for SMEs

Who we are and how can we help?

The main mission of innovation and technology assistance program (ITAP) is to support SMEs in adopting appropriate applications of science, technology, and innovation to enhance business competitiveness. ITAP services are as follows:

• Linking technology service providers with technology users
• Performing preliminary analysis to identify technology and innovation needs of SMEs and match experts and professionals who can assist SMEs in technical problem-solving, research and development

Process improvement, cost reduction, energy efficiency, innovation, etc.

• Providing project management, as well as partial financial support

Who can utilize ITAP services?

• Legal entities with Thai shareholders owning at least 51%, including registered commercial businesses, and community enterprises, registered with government agencies
• SMEs according to the definition of the Office of Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion (OSMEP)
       – manufacturing sector: annual revenue not exceeding 500 million Baht
       – service and trade sectors: annual revenue not exceeding 300 million Baht
• Management executives of business are determined to develop their business capability through technology and innovation.

Why should you use ITAP services?

• Access to a network of over 1,500 experts and professionals with diverse expertise and experience working with the private sector, capable of support various technological requirements from SMEs
• Partial support for project expenses based on ITAP criteria