22 Jul 2025|
Andrea Fernández Figueroa|
5 min read
Did you know you can finance your strategic consulting investment with government support? In Mexico, there are multiple programs designed specifically for this type of investment that can fundamentally transform how your company plans, implements, and evaluates its growth strategies.
The reality is that many medium-sized companies face the dilemma of needing strategic consulting but feel they lack the proper cash flow to secure it. However, you don’t have to do it alone. We’ll explain the most relevant options and how to leverage them strategically.
Before discussing financing, let’s talk about results. The data is clear: we’re not talking about an expense, but an investment that literally pays for itself. Companies that invest in strategic consulting achieve measurable and consistent results:
These numbers reflect a reality: comprehensive strategic consulting isn’t a luxury—it’s a competitive necessity in an increasingly complex business environment.
When evaluating financing options, the key question isn’t “can I afford it?” but “can this fundamentally transform my business?” For example, a Datalyk strategic analysis of $115,000 MXN with an average ROI of 12x in approximately 18 months generates $1.38 million in incremental value. If you finance this investment with a 36-month loan at 13% annual interest, you’d pay approximately $4,200 monthly—but the benefits identified and implemented during the first year typically exceed $460,000 annually in operational and margin improvements.
The difference is clear: you’re not paying for a temporary patch, but investing in analytical capabilities that contribute month after month, generating continuous value long after you’ve finished paying for the financing. Even without external support, the opportunity cost of not acting—continuing to lose hidden margins, making decisions without data, operating with inefficiencies—far exceeds the initial investment. In competitive markets, strategic consulting isn’t a luxury; it’s the difference between leading your sector or falling behind.
Subsidies are resources you don’t need to return, designed to achieve specific business development objectives. They’re ideal for early development stages, research and innovation projects, and initiatives with high social or technological impact.
Financing that does require repayment, but with significantly better conditions than traditional banking. Perfect for companies with proven models, predictable cash flows, and projects requiring medium-term financing.
Benefit: Additional 25% deduction on training expenses when working with educational and research institutions.
Ideal for: BI system implementation and team training. It’s like getting a government discount for investing in your human capital development.
Practical application: If you invest $100,000 MXN in eligible training, you can deduct $125,000 MXN, significantly reducing the net cost of professionalizing your team.
Benefit: Direct subsidies (non-repayable) for MSMEs seeking to improve their competitiveness.
Specifically covers:
Benefit: Financing up to $300,000 MXN for consulting services
Attractive conditions:
Strategic advantage: Preferential conditions allow you to access high-level consulting without compromising your initial cash flow.
If your company is outside Mexico and seeks access to specialized strategic consulting, financing opportunities exist in various countries that can facilitate investment in services like those offered by Datalyk. Here are some examples of international business support:
EIC Accelerator: Subsidies up to €2.5 million for high-risk, high-impact innovations that can create new markets. If you develop projects with advanced analytics or optimization algorithms, you might qualify.
Eurostars/Horizon Europe: R&D programs for SMEs that stimulate research and development, offering contact networks, financing, and knowledge sharing.
France, Crédit d’Impôt Recherche (CIR): 30% tax credit for R&D expenses up to €100 million, perfect for companies with research and development activities.
Denmark, Impact Fund Denmark: Development financing institution that invests in sustainable growth and high-impact solutions, particularly in financial services and sustainable food systems.
Focuses on promoting business competitiveness and strategic capability development in key sectors, including specialized consulting.
Facilitates access to financing for micro and small businesses seeking to implement improvements in their strategic management processes.
Supports business internationalization through financing that can include consulting for expansion and international commercial strategy.
Allows temporary tax-free imports for manufacturing and export service companies.
A solid strategic plan should include:
By sector:
By business profile:
By business stage:
The difference between a successful proposal and a rejected one lies in the details:
The process can be competitive, but proper preparation maximizes your chances. Prepare for interviews, learn from any feedback, and continuously improve your project and proposal.
By leveraging these programs, you can transform your strategic consulting investment into a competitive advantage:
Strategic consulting isn’t an expense—it’s an investment in your company’s future. In an environment where well-executed strategy marks the difference between success and stagnation, the support programs available in Mexico and international opportunities offer you a unique opportunity to make this investment intelligently and with reduced risk.
The support ecosystem exists and is designed for companies like yours. The question is: is your company prepared to leverage it? With proper preparation, a well-defined strategy, and necessary persistence, you can transform your business management into your greatest competitive advantage.
Ready to transform your business management? Contact Datalyk to discuss how our strategic consulting services, combined with available financial support, can propel your business to the next level of competitiveness and profitability.
Important note: We recommend verifying the current validity of all these programs and their specific conditions, as calls may vary and some programs may have limited application periods.
