Can You Use a Subsidy to Outsource System Development? — A Map of the Programmes by Purpose, and the Pitfalls to Know Before You Place an Order (FY2026 Edition) (archived 2026-08-30)

Abstract

Can you use a subsidy to outsource system development? This article explains why "bespoke development on the IT Introduction Subsidy" does not work, maps out the programmes by purpose — including the Monozukuri (Manufacturing) Subsidy — and covers pitfalls such as the ban on placing orders before the grant decision, all from the client's point of view. Archived version of https://comcomponent.com/en/blog/system-development-subsidy-guide/, as published on 2026-08-30. The live article is maintained and may change after this date. First published 2026-07-17.