Shopify Ecommerce Programme
Develop Your Ecommerce Website
Dumfries and Galloway Council and Business Gateway would like to encourage the development of Ecommerce websites to make businesses more resilient and sustainable.
This Ecommerce Support Programme (ESP) will provide each successful applicant a 12 month free subscription to Shopify, which has 4 million Ecommerce websites around the world and 2 days of bespoke 1-2-1 set-up and training support. The applicant will also have access to online Ecommerce training via Business Gateway webinars.
What does this involve?
All applications require a completed application form.
The award of the programme will be decided by a panel of advisers on a case-by-case basis.
The Initiative will operate on a first-come-first-served basis until the funding to operate it is exhausted.
Am I eligible?
You are eligible if you
- are an existing business operating in the Dumfries & Galloway Council area.
- are the owner or majority shareholder of the business and can sign on its behalf.
What does this cost?
There is no cost for the programme.
How long does this take?
After you submit your completed form and any supporting documents, you must meet (by phone or video) with a business adviser from Dumfries & Galloway’s Business Gateway to discuss your application. You should receive a decision on your application within 5 working days of meeting with the adviser.
Important Information
To secure your Ecommerce Support Programme, you must complete an application form, and registration with Business Gateway and submit all supporting documentation.
All business sectors and commercial types can be considered, including sole traders, partnerships, limited companies.
You will need to provide:
- UTR code or Company Registration number for the business.
- Identification – a valid driving licence or passport.