{"id":29675,"date":"2026-06-04T09:33:12","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T13:33:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/?p=29675"},"modified":"2026-06-04T09:33:12","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T13:33:12","slug":"declic-ai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/en\/declic-ai\/","title":{"rendered":"D\u00c9CLIC AI: Helping SMEs Move from Idea to Action"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"MnhiEO7wr5vtJfm6p9lgU840ySVoPaNjAkKdsLFQW1bDIqzxBC3\"><iframe title=\"D\u00c9CLIC IA\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EOe5_tu6HGs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<h1>D\u00c9CLIC AI: Support to Select and Deploy an AI Project<\/h1>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Luqia\u00a0is launching <a href=\"https:\/\/declic-ia.ca\/\"><strong>D\u00c9CLIC AI<\/strong><\/a>, a new structured program designed for Qu\u00e9bec SMEs that want to move from an identified artificial intelligence project to <strong>concrete deployment<\/strong>\u2014with the <strong>right partner<\/strong>, at the <strong>right price<\/strong>, and within a rigorous framework that reduces risk.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In recent years, many companies have begun their digital transformation. Today, artificial intelligence has\u00a0emerged\u00a0as a major driver of productivity, competitiveness, and process optimization. However, unlike more traditional digital projects, AI projects present specific challenges: a wide range of technological approaches, highly variable offerings, difficult-to-compare promises, complex integration\u2026 The risk is no longer only technical; it is also strategic, organizational, and financial.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>D\u00c9CLIC AI<\/strong> was created in response to this reality. The program aims to answer a central question many SMEs face: how to choose the right partner for an AI project from the outset, to maximize impact and avoid costly detours.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cWith D\u00c9CLIC AI, we\u00a0are able to\u00a0create high-impact projects. We\u00a0eliminate\u00a0frustrations on both sides and ensure that a project that should take six to eight months\u00a0doesn\u2019t\u00a0end up being completed three years late,\u201d explains\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/jonathanbrodeurphd\/?locale=en\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Jonathan Brodeur<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0Program\u00a0Lead, AI Adoption at\u00a0Luqia.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A Structured and Impartial Framework<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The program is based on a <strong>call for projects<\/strong> aimed at companies with AI challenges, and a <strong>call for suppliers<\/strong> bringing together private providers, research centers, CCTTs, or qualified consortia. The objective: to create strong matches between real needs and\u00a0appropriate solutions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The process stands out for its <strong>rigorous framework<\/strong> and impartial approach. Companies first submit their challenge as-is:\u00a0business\u00a0objectives, impact indicators, available data, constraints, and proposed budget. Projects are then evaluated based on clear criteria\u2014relevance, maturity, feasibility, and potential impact.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How does it work?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Selected companies are supported in formalizing a detailed and actionable specification document using a structured template. A call for suppliers is then launched. Responses are anonymized to limit bias, and evaluated in parallel by both the company and an independent technical committee. The final selection of the AI solution provider is made by the company, which\u00a0benefits\u00a0from an informed and comparative analysis of the options.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reducing Risk, Accelerating Impact<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Beyond selecting the right partner, <strong>D\u00c9CLIC AI<\/strong> aims to secure the entire process:\u00a0methodology, governance, risk management, timelines, expected outcomes, and long-term technological foundations. Once a proposal is selected, companies may also be eligible, under certain conditions, for <strong>financial support covering up to 45% of deployment costs<\/strong> incurred with the chosen provider.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The program targets at least <strong>40 AI challenges<\/strong>, including <strong>10 projects<\/strong> that will receive in-depth support, with priority given to sectors that are strategic for Qu\u00e9bec.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Participate in D\u00c9CLIC AI<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Interested companies are invited to\u00a0submit\u00a0their applications now. AI solution and service providers may also express their interest as part of the calls for proposals.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Application deadline: June 19, 2026<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With <strong>D\u00c9CLIC AI<\/strong>,\u00a0Luqia\u00a0acts as a trusted third party, enabling SMEs to <strong>move from idea to action<\/strong> and bring their <strong>artificial intelligence projects to life<\/strong>.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/declic-ia.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>I want to participate in D\u00c9CLIC IA<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Project financially supported by the Government of Qu\u00e9bec as part of the Digital Transformation Offensive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-29673\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/logo-quebec-300x65.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"198\" height=\"43\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/logo-quebec-300x65.png 300w, https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/logo-quebec-1024x221.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/logo-quebec-768x166.png 768w, https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/logo-quebec-1536x332.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/logo-quebec.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 198px) 100vw, 198px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>D\u00c9CLIC AI: Support to Select and Deploy an AI Project Luqia\u00a0is launching D\u00c9CLIC AI, a new structured program designed for Qu\u00e9bec SMEs that want to move from an identified artificial intelligence project to concrete deployment\u2014with the right partner, at the right price, and within a rigorous framework that reduces risk.\u00a0 In recent years, many companies [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":409,"featured_media":29670,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[81],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-29675","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29675","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/409"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=29675"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29675\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":29676,"href":"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29675\/revisions\/29676"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/29670"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=29675"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=29675"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crim.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=29675"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}