Grants and Contributions:

Title:
AI Assist: AI Pilot Project to develop an AI-enhanced inventory management system
Agreement Number:
1029927
Agreement Value:
$65,000.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2025 - Jan 31, 2026
Description:
An AI software development project to implement an machine learning based Optimized Inventory Management (OIM) system for cannabis retailers. The project will support pilot testing of AI strategies, determine target architecture, and quantitative technical objectives for implementation of an AI solution to improve real-time inventory monitoring, demand forecasting, and automated replenishment.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:

The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization

Location:
Vancouver, British Columbia, CA V6C 3E2
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q1-1029927
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
720481092
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
TechPOS
Recipient's Legal Name:
Techpos International Corp.
Federal Riding Name:
Vancouver Centre
Federal Riding Number:
59034
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
Program Purpose:

The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization

Coverage:
IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
511211