Growing Your Business

ScotlandIS Escrow Service

ScotlandIS maintains a Software Escrow service. Software Escrow agreements provide protection for users of software applications so that if an “enabling” event occurs, the user can gain access to the source code, alllowing the applications to be maintained and further developed; this ensures business continuity.

Escrow agreements can also act as protection for your source code where it is being used as an element or component of a larger application. Under the agreement the source code will be deposited at regular intervals so that if an “enabling” event occurs either the client can gain access to the current source code, enabling the development to be continued or the completed product to be maintained, or you as the developer can demonstrate that the source code under dispute is that which your business developed. Our Escrow agreements are flexible and can cover source code only, or source code, development tools and access codes as appropriate.

Digital Development Loan

Does your company need funding to improve its digital capability?

If you want to improve your digital capabilities and processes in areas such as cyber security, data analytics, software engineering and digital skills development, the Scottish Government provides interest free loans to help small to medium enterprises:

• Loans from £5,000 and £100,000 
• Interest free payments
• 3 month to 5 year terms

Scottish Enterprise

Business development and advice

Growing a business isn’t always easy and you may be wondering who to turn to for the right support. Our team of specialist advisers can help you to take the next step with confidence.

Scottish Development International

Exports and international markets

International trade is essential for any size of business to grow. Get the know-how and confidence to export your product or service into overseas markets with our support.

Skills Development Scotland

Skills Development Scotland works directly with employers across Scotland, providing trusted advice that helps employers invest in existing skills, develop new talent and get the right products to grow their business.

Scottish Equity Partners

SEP is a top-performing venture capital and growth equity firm, supporting ambitious entrepreneurs in high growth technology companies.

Par Equity

Par Equity is a venture capital firm created to facilitate investment into smaller companies with high growth potential.