01 · Technology upgrading for MSMEs
DOST SETUP
Agency: Department of Science and Technology
Best for: MSMEs that need technology upgrading, productivity improvement, equipment support or process improvement.
Axon angle: Useful when a business wants to modernise operations, improve productivity or introduce systems before scaling.
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02 · Startup / innovation support
DOST Startup Grant Fund
Agency: Department of Science and Technology
Best for: Technology startups and innovation-driven founders.
Axon angle: Relevant for AI products, web platforms, SaaS, MVPs, proof-of-concept systems and investor-ready digital presence.
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03 · R&D / innovation / technology commercialisation
DOST PCIEERD Programmes
Agency: DOST PCIEERD
Best for: Technology, research, engineering, ICT and innovation projects.
Axon angle: Relevant for business owners or founders developing platforms, AI tools, automation systems or digital products.
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04 · Science and technology programme support
DOST Grants-in-Aid
Agency: Department of Science and Technology
Best for: Science, technology, innovation and development-related projects.
Axon angle: Relevant when a project needs technical documentation, online visibility, data systems or implementation support.
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05 · MSME productivity and shared facilities
DTI Shared Service Facilities (SSF)
Agency: Department of Trade and Industry
Best for: MSME groups, cooperatives and communities needing shared equipment or production facilities.
Axon angle: Relevant when digital records, product catalogues, e-commerce presence, booking, inventory or lead capture are needed.
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06 · MSME advisory and support
DTI Negosyo Center
Agency: Department of Trade and Industry
Best for: Entrepreneurs seeking business guidance, registration help and MSME support information.
Axon angle: Useful starting point before deciding on website, business email, e-commerce, automation or digital marketing.
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07 · Startup ecosystem support
Startup Philippines / Innovative Startup Act Portal
Agency: Philippine Startup Development Program
Best for: Startup founders checking government startup support, opportunities and ecosystem information.
Axon angle: Relevant for founders who need a credible website, pitch-ready content, AI demo, SaaS MVP or technical roadmap.
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08 · Digital transformation / ICT support
DICT Digital Programmes
Agency: Department of Information and Communications Technology
Best for: Digital adoption, ICT capability and public digital transformation initiatives.
Axon angle: Relevant when a business wants to understand AI, cybersecurity, websites, cloud tools or digital workflow readiness.
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09 · Cybersecurity information
DICT Cybersecurity Awareness and Support
Agency: Department of Information and Communications Technology
Best for: Businesses checking cybersecurity, online safety and digital risk guidance.
Axon angle: Relevant for website security, hacked site recovery, email protection, DNS, SPF, DKIM, DMARC and staff awareness.
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10 · Data privacy / compliance guidance
National Privacy Commission Guidance
Agency: National Privacy Commission
Best for: Businesses handling customer data, staff data, websites, forms, CRM or AI tools.
Axon angle: Relevant when using website forms, AI tools, customer databases, WhatsApp CRM, cloud files or staff AI policies.
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11 · Skills and workforce training
TESDA Enterprise and Skills Programmes
Agency: TESDA
Best for: Businesses and workers checking training, skills and workforce development support.
Axon angle: Relevant when teams need digital literacy, productivity tools, AI usage policy or operational training.
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12 · Payments and financial technology guidance
BSP Digital Payments and Financial Inclusion Information
Agency: Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas
Best for: Businesses adopting digital payments, e-commerce or online transaction workflows.
Axon angle: Relevant when setting up payment links, e-commerce, invoice automation, CRM follow-up or online checkout.
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