Digital Growth, Innovation & Productivity Supports for Business
Artificial Intelligence presents significant opportunities for businesses of all sizes, but knowing where to start can be difficult. The Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Laois offers a range of practical supports to help businesses improve productivity, embrace digitalisation and adopt new technologies with confidence.
Start Here: Digital for Business
If you are exploring AI, automation, digital systems or process improvements, the best first step is usually a Digital for Business Assessment.
This independent assessment will help you:
✅ Understand your digital maturity
✅ Identify opportunities for AI and automation
✅ Improve productivity and efficiency
✅ Identify skills and technology gaps
✅ Develop a practical action plan
Find out more and apply:localenterprise.ie/laois/DigitalForBusiness
Mentoring & Training Supports
LEO Laois provides one-to-one mentoring and training programmes covering:
- AI for Business
- Digital Marketing
- Innovation
- Leadership & Management
- Sales & Business Development
- Financial Planning
- Productivity Improvement
Training and Events:localenterprise.ie/Laois/Training-Events/
Business Mentoring:localenterprise.ie/Laois/Mentoring/
Productivity & Innovation Supports
Lean for Business
Improve efficiency, reduce waste and increase productivity. Apply here: localenterprise.ie/laois/Lean
Green for Business
Reduce costs while improving sustainability. Apply here: localenterprise.ie/laois/Green
Innovation Supports
Access expert advice to explore new products, services and technologies.
Learn more:localenterprise.ie/Research/Innovation
Funding Supports
Grow Digital Voucher (following completion of Digital for Business)
Up to €5,000 towards digital software and systems that enhance productivity and competitiveness.
Priming Grant
For eligible start-up businesses.
Business Expansion Grant
For existing businesses investing in growth and job creation.
Feasibility Study Grant
To test the viability of a new product, service or business opportunity.
Funding Supports:localenterprise.ie/Laois/Financial-Supports/
How Do I Contact LEO Laois?
Our team will discuss your business and recommend the most appropriate support pathway.
📞 057 866 4000
📧 localenterprise@laoiscoco.ie
🌐 www.localenterprise.ie/laois
