Digitalization Counter North Netherlands
For forward-looking entrepreneurs and enterprises in Drenthe, Friesland and Groningen
As an entrepreneur in the Northern Netherlands, you probably run into a variety of digital issues. The landscape of technologies, tools and solutions can be overwhelming. You may not know where to start or what digital steps to take to future-proof your business.
Digitalization is no longer a luxury it is a precondition for future-proof business. Yet many SMEs in the Northern Netherlands experience a threshold: where do you start? Which digital solutions are really relevant for your processes? And how do you ensure a return on your investment?
Recognizable questions?
- How do I start digitizing without losing control of the operation?
- Which tools help optimize my production or logistics processes?
- How do I leverage data more effectively for workplace decisions?
- Which technologies fit my sector, scale and ambition?
- Where can I find practical support, without commercial ulterior motives?
Our solution: independent, practical and personal
Our Theme Specialists are ready to support you at every stage of your digitization journey. Whether you are just starting out or are more advanced, we offer the right guidance.
Strongly anchored in the Northern Netherlands
With regional partners such as GroBusiness (Groningen), Ynbusiness (Friesland) and Ik Ben Drents Ondernemer (Drenthe), we offer proximity as well as domain knowledge. Our specialists know the challenges of local entrepreneurs and the opportunities within regional sectors and ecosystems.
- Accessibility in your region
With contact points in Groningen, Friesland and Drenthe, there is always an expert nearby. - A well-informed network
We work with local partners such as Ynbusiness, GroBusiness and Ik Ben Drents Ondernemer, so we know exactly which solutions fit your region. - Free service
Our advice and referrals are completely free, thanks to regional and European funding. The risk-free advice has a value of €1600. - Hands-on guidance
Our specialists offer practical solutions and help you get over barriers so that digitization becomes feasible and concrete.
How Does It Work?
- Step 1: Sign up through our website or contact one of the regional contact points.
- Step 2: Within 5 business days, we will contact you to schedule an appointment.
- Step 3: During the conversation, we'll identify your challenges and provide immediate advice or direct you to the right expert.
Duration of call: On average 1-2 hours, depending on the question.
Cost: This service is completely free of charge, thanks to regional, national and European funding.
Locations:
- Groningen: GroBusiness
- Friesland: Ynbusiness
- Drenthe: IBDO
Make a non-binding appointment for the DMA and consultation
Make an appointment now for a free, no-obligation consultation! Request your free consultation now
- Paterswoldseweg 810
- 9728 BM Groningen
- M: info@edih-nn.nl
Frequently Asked Questions
This service is specially designed for SME entrepreneurs in the Northern Netherlands who need help with digitization. Whether you are just starting to digitize or have already taken steps and want to scale up, our Theme Specialists offer valuable support, regardless of the sector in which you operate.
The DMA is a strategic tool that measures your digital maturity. Using a structured questionnaire (duration: approx. 1-1.5 hours) we analyze:
- How digital your business is
- Where quick wins and structural opportunities lie
- Where you stand in relation to industry peers
- Which follow-up steps are logical and feasible
Upon completion you will receive a clear report, no thick paperwork, but immediately applicable insights.
Yes, our support is completely free of charge for SME entrepreneurs in the Northern Netherlands. Thanks to regional and European funding, we can offer this valuable service (worth €1600) free of charge. This applies both to the consultation, the Digital Maturity Assessment and the referral to experts.
After the initial conversation, you will receive clear advice on your issue. Depending on your needs, we can refer you to specialized partners or tools that fit your situation. Think of technological solutions, financing possibilities or training courses. Our guidance does not stop with the conversation; we remain available to support you further.
No worries! Our Theme Specialists are trained to guide you even if you don't know exactly where to start. During the conversation, we analyze your situation and ask targeted questions to get your digital challenges clear. In this way, together we ensure a concrete approach that suits your business.