invy Registers as an IT Tool Eligible for AI Subsidies under 2026 Scheme

invy Recognized as a Support Tool for Digitalization Subsidies

Creative Hope Co., Ltd., based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, has announced that its customer referral cloud service, invy, has been officially registered as an IT tool eligible for the 'Digitalization and AI Introduction Subsidy 2026', formerly known as the IT Introduction Subsidy. This registration means that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can receive financial support for implementing the new 'invy Lite' plan. The subsidy covers up to 50% of the implementation costs, making it an appealing option for businesses looking to streamline their operations through digital solutions.

How the Subsidy Works

The 'Digitalization and AI Introduction Subsidy 2026' aims to assist SMEs in addressing their unique challenges by subsidizing part of the costs involved in acquiring IT tools such as software and services. The initiative, overseen by the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency, is designed to enhance operational efficiency, facilitate digital transformation (DX), and improve labor productivity.

Eligible applicants can receive subsidies that vary by project scale:

- Subsidy Rate: Up to 50% (or 67% if certain wage criteria are met).
- Subsidy Amount: Ranges from 50,000 to 450,000 based on the number of processes involved in the project.

While the subsidy has potential to significantly reduce costs, it’s important to note that funding distribution requires a thorough review process, and approval is not guaranteed. Businesses interested in applying will be supported by Creative Hope as they navigate the application process.

invy Lite Plan Overview

The invy Lite plan, newly registered and now eligible for subsidies, is designed to facilitate an efficient referral marketing system. Key components include:

- invy Software: Priced at 600,000 per year.
- Implementation Setup Package: Costing 300,000.
- Total Eligible Cost: 900,000, allowing users to potentially pay only 450,000 with the subsidy.

This package includes not only access to the invy software itself but also comprehensive setup services to ensure that customers can start utilizing the referral program with minimal delay.

Strengthening Referral Marketing

In a climate where customer acquisition costs are rising, referral marketing is increasingly recognized as an effective strategy for engaging existing customers and leveraging their networks. Invys aims to make this process simpler and more effective by eliminating unnecessary complexity in customer management. Moving forward, it plans to introduce a new feature called 'CRM Scoring Analysis', allowing businesses to evaluate existing customers based on their referral activities. This innovation transforms invy from just a marketing tool into a foundational data platform for nurturing customer relationships.

The invy system is built to ease the introduction process for referrals, with features like:

- Seamless Referral Experience: Minimizes friction in the referral process by allowing effortless, one-click sharing without the need to log in.
- Emphasis on Trust: The UI is designed to prevent social risk for referees through altruistic messaging, thus encouraging more referrals.
- Valuable Data Insights: Tracks detailed referral actions, helping identify 'hidden VIP customers' who contribute significantly to sales beyond standard metrics.

Comprehensive Support for Businesses

Creative Hope is dedicated to assisting businesses with navigating the intricacies of subsidy applications, providing everything from project proposals and cost estimates to support during implementation and effectiveness reporting. As an IT introduction support provider, Creative Hope does not take charge of the application process but provides collaborative assistance to ensure that businesses can manage their unique applications successfully.

For more information on the invy Live Demo, or to schedule an online consultation, please visit: https://s.creativehope.co.jp/invy/it-shien.

Company Overview

- Company Name: Creative Hope Co., Ltd.
- CEO: Hiroo Fujii
- Established: March 1, 2002
- Business Scope: Business consulting, web consulting services, and development and management of web systems.
- Location: 7-22-45 KDX Nishishinjuku Building 4F, Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan.
- Official Site: https://www.creativehope.co.jp/

By registering with the subsidy program, invy is set to expand its reach and help more small businesses optimize their customer engagement strategies affordably, promoting an era of digital transformation and operational efficiency.