How Upgraded Helped Wilcompute Secure $196,324 from OCI CIT and $18,000 in Tech Savings
When Andrew Wilson, Founder and CEO of Wilcompute, sought a clear path to accelerate his company’s computational innovation, he turned to Upgraded. By identifying the Ontario Centre of Innovation’s Collaborative Innovation and Technology (OCI CIT) funding program and optimizing Wilcompute’s tech stack, Upgraded helped secure $196,324 in grant funding and uncovered an additional $18,000 in cost savings.
1. Understanding Wilcompute’s Goals and Challenges
Wilcompute specializes in advanced computational solutions, offering services such as high-performance computing and scalable cloud environments. Andrew Wilson was eager to expand R&D initiatives and strengthen his company’s offering in emerging markets. However, finding the right provincial funding and minimizing operational expenses required a targeted approach.
Key Objectives
• Secure capital to support groundbreaking R&D projects.
• Streamline infrastructure costs related to software, hardware, and cloud usage.
• Develop a sustainable funding roadmap without hampering daily operations.
2. Finding the Perfect Match: OCI CIT
Upgraded began by analyzing Wilcompute’s technology roadmap and growth strategy. Seeing a strong fit between Wilcompute’s innovative work and the OCI CIT program, the team focused on:
1. Eligibility Verification
• Reviewing Wilcompute’s research projects to confirm alignment with OCI CIT criteria.
• Outlining the project milestones that demonstrated significant innovation.
2. Application & Compliance
• Collaborating with Andrew Wilson and his technical leads to document R&D initiatives.
• Drafting compelling technical justifications and clear cost projections.
• Ensuring all financial reports met the program’s detailed requirements.
3. Full-Service Support
• Managing timelines, revisions, and communication with funding bodies.
• Guiding Andrew’s team through every step so they could remain focused on growth.
3. $196,324 in Funding Awarded
Thanks to Upgraded’s process-driven approach, Wilcompute was approved for $196,324 under OCI CIT—enabling Andrew and his team to:
• Scale R&D for next-gen computational solutions.
• Strengthen Talent Acquisition by hiring specialized engineers and data scientists.
• Accelerate Market Entry for Wilcompute’s cloud-powered platforms.
These funds positioned Wilcompute to develop and refine its offerings without depleting critical cash reserves.
4. An Additional $18,000 in Tech Savings
Beyond grant funding, Upgraded uncovered areas of redundancy and inefficiency in Wilcompute’s operations:
• Software & Licensing: Negotiating group discounts and rightsizing licenses.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Reducing overhead by optimizing server loads and storage solutions.
• Hardware Upgrades: Identifying cost-effective hardware improvements while maintaining performance.
In total, these insights generated $18,000 in annual savings—further stabilizing Wilcompute’s bottom line.
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(A snapshot of the Wilcompute team collaborating with Upgraded to finalize OCI CIT applications and evaluate tech solutions.)
5. Accelerating Innovation and Future Growth
Armed with fresh capital and leaner infrastructure, Wilcompute is now poised for greater impact in data-intensive sectors such as AI research, bioinformatics, and advanced simulations.
• Enhanced Capacity: The new funding fuels more robust development of Wilcompute’s computational platforms.
• Agile Operations: Internal teams can pivot quickly to meet evolving industry demands.
• Sustained Momentum: Andrew Wilson and his leadership group are equipped with a long-term plan for ongoing innovation.
“Upgraded guided us seamlessly through the OCI CIT process and found unexpected savings along the way. It was a game-changer for our growth plans.”
– Andrew Wilson, Founder and CEO of Wilcompute
6. Ready to Unlock Your Next Funding Opportunity?
If your organization needs help navigating complex funding programs, discovering hidden savings, or bolstering R&D initiatives, Upgraded is the trusted partner you can rely on.
By teaming up with Upgraded, Wilcompute obtained a total of $196,324 from OCI CIT and realized $18,000 in tech savings—empowering them to drive forward computational breakthroughs with confidence. Is your company next in line for similar success? Reach out to Upgraded today.
