Scale AI — AI Supply Chain Supercluster
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Eligibility context
Hard Gates — Must Have
AI/ML core technology
Project must use artificial intelligence or machine learning as the primary technology
Supply chain application
Must address a supply chain optimization challenge
Consortium required
Minimum 2 organizations collaborating
Canadian operations
Lead applicant must be Canadian
Soft Gates — Nice to Have
Deployable solution
Projects with clear deployment plans and industry partners score higher
Quebec operations
Scale AI is headquartered in Montreal — Quebec projects have a natural advantage
How Much
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Timing
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Funding
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Editorial process context
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Expression of Interest
Submit EOI through Scale AI portal with project concept and consortium partners.
Full proposal
If invited, submit detailed technical plan, budget, and partnership agreements.
Technical review
Scale AI expert panel evaluates AI methodology, feasibility, and impact.
Negotiation
Finalize contribution agreement and milestone schedule.
Execution
Project runs with quarterly reporting and milestone-based disbursements.
Common Mistakes
Applying without a consortium partner
Scale AI requires collaboration. Solo applications are rejected. Find at least one partner before applying.
Generic AI application
The project must specifically address supply chain. A general-purpose AI tool that could be used in supply chain isn't enough.
Underestimating the timeline
From EOI to funding can take 6+ months. Start the process well before you need the money.
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