Software grants aim to boost productivity and efficiency
The software grants are part of The Access Group’s mission to transform the productivity and efficiency of SMEs by providing them with integrated cloud-based solutions that can streamline their operations, improve their customer service, and enhance their decision-making. The grants can be used to access any of The Access Group’s products and services, such as Access Workspace, Access People, Access Financials, Access Procurement, and Access Analytics.
The Access Group’s CEO, Chris Bayne, said: “We understand the pressures that SMEs are facing in the current economic climate, especially with the rising costs of energy, fuel, and interest rates. That’s why we want to support them with our software grants, which can help them save time and money, increase their competitiveness, and grow their business.”
Eligibility criteria and application process
To be eligible for the software grants, SMEs must meet the following criteria:
- They must be based in the UK or Ireland
- They must have an annual turnover of less than £50 million
- They must have fewer than 250 employees
- They must not be an existing customer of The Access Group
- They must demonstrate how the software grant will benefit their business
The application process is simple and straightforward. SMEs can visit The Access Group’s website and fill out an online form with their details and business needs. The applications will be reviewed by a panel of experts from The Access Group, who will select the most suitable candidates and contact them to discuss the next steps. The deadline for applications is December 31, 2023.
Benefits of The Access Group’s software solutions
The Access Group’s software solutions are designed to help SMEs overcome the common challenges they face, such as:
- Managing multiple systems and processes that are not integrated or compatible
- Dealing with complex and time-consuming manual tasks that reduce productivity and efficiency
- Lacking visibility and insight into their business performance and customer behaviour
- Struggling to comply with changing regulations and standards
- Finding and retaining skilled and motivated staff
By using The Access Group’s software solutions, SMEs can benefit from:
- A single cloud-based platform that connects all their systems and processes
- Automated and streamlined workflows that save time and reduce errors
- Real-time data and analytics that provide actionable insights and recommendations
- Compliance and security features that ensure data protection and quality
- Access to training and support from The Access Group’s experts and partners
The Access Group’s growth and expansion
The software grants are the latest example of The Access Group’s growth and expansion, which has been driven by its organic and acquisitive strategy. The company has recently received a substantial investment from its existing shareholders, Hg and TA Associates, valuing it at £9.2 billion. The funding has also given The Access Group a £1 billion war chest to continue its aggressive acquisition strategy across the globe.
The company has also expanded its presence in the Asia-Pacific region, where it has acquired several software companies, such as Reckon Accountants Group, Attaché, Unleashed, and Volcanic. The company aims to become a leading provider of software solutions for SMEs in the APAC market, as well as in the UK and Ireland.
