EU Funding Consultancy
The European Union's funding programs encompass two significant funds, namely Horizon Europe and Eureka.
Horizon Europe stands as one of Europe's most extensive and prestigious research and innovation programs. Leveraging the opportunities provided by this program and executing successful projects necessitates specialized expertise and experience. This is where Horizon Europe Consultancy Services come into play.
Horizon Europe is an EU fund program established to support the research and innovation activities of the European Union. This program offers significant opportunities to various stakeholders such as academic institutions, businesses, public entities, and civil society organizations.
Another fund program, EUREKA, encourages collaboration at national and international levels and provides support for businesses to develop innovation projects. Under the name of EUREKA Cluster Programs, this program supports collaboration among the private sector, public sector, and academic institutions.
To fully benefit from these collaboration opportunities within the scope of the European Union's Funding programs, accurate guidance is essential.
Specific Services
Strategic Initiatives
Following an assessment of the current status of the business, an R&D project tailored to its objectives and resources is identified. Within this scope, suitable funding programs aligned with the identified needs are evaluated in collaboration with the company. The processes of finding a project and partners are executed together with the team defined by the company.
Key Benefits of the Service
- Engaging in an active role on the international stage and enhancing competitiveness
- Facilitating entry into new markets and establishing investment areas
- Gaining strength in the international arena through science and technology
- Experiencing diverse market dynamics and fostering collaborations
- Developing suitable partnerships for know-how transfer
Why is there a need for consultancy to benefit from European Union funding programs?
Within the framework of funding programs, each fund entails distinct dynamics and requirements. Initiation and completion of a project process that aligns comprehensively with these requirements necessitate specialized experience in this field.
Moreover, as the projects advance through partnerships, it's essential to involve the right partners in the project and navigate this process with experts in intellectual property rights.
What does the Horizon Europe project writing phase entail?
In the initial stage, a comprehensive situational analysis regarding the project's problem is conducted. This involves elements requiring information like statistical data, current government policies, social structures, cultural factors, and economic indicators. Stakeholder analysis is also performed, emphasizing the accurate identification of the target audience. Often, the ultimate beneficiaries who will derive long-term benefits from the project output are the community itself. Hence, it's crucial for projects to have the capacity to positively impact society.
During the problem analysis phase, the origins of the identified problems are delved into, and the consequences of the problem are explained. The strategy analysis considers factors such as the institution's capacity, resource adequacy, the suitability of the planned region for the project, and the mission of the project leader.
In the second stage, when designing EU projects, funding holds significant importance. Specific financial support is required for the project to achieve its main objectives. Fund-providing institutions like the European Union have certain legal expectations. Realistic calculation and presentation of cost items are highly crucial for project approvals. The funding process needs to be approached in a solution-focused and cost-efficient manner.
Another crucial aspect to consider in EU projects is time and activity planning. Clearly defining the start and end dates of projects as well as planning how the relevant activities will progress during this period is essential. Tools like Gantt Charts are used for parallel running plans to ensure a healthier and more organized project progression.
Thoroughly examining each step is important, and project cycle management is critical in acquiring this skill. Some associations and companies offer training in project writing to impart these management skills.
Where can applications for EU funding programs be made?
For Horizon Europe, applications are made through the ECAS system. For EUREKA, each cluster has its own application channel.
