Research • Development • Innovation
Find the right RDI pathway before you chase the wrong funding.
Independent advisory for companies exploring R&D funding, research partnerships, innovation projects and proposal readiness.
Built for SMEs, start-ups and industry teams that need clarity before committing significant time, budget or internal resource.
Introductory offer
RDI Pathways Diagnostic
€300 fixed fee
A focused advisory sprint to clarify your most realistic R&D, innovation funding or research collaboration route.
- 45-minute structured discovery call
- One-page opportunity and pathway summary
- Funding, partner and proposal-readiness guidance
- Three practical next steps to move forward
For companies that know innovation matters but need a clearer route.
RDI Pathways Advisory helps you understand which funding, collaboration or proposal route is worth pursuing before investing significant time or budget.
SMEs and start-ups
Clarify whether your challenge is suitable for innovation funding, research collaboration or a smaller first-step technical review.
Manufacturing and medtech teams
Frame technical problems into credible R&D opportunities that can be discussed with agencies, researchers or potential partners.
Consultants and advisors
Get an external view on RDI pathway options, partner readiness and proposal positioning for clients exploring innovation support.
A focused process designed for clarity, not complexity.
The diagnostic is intentionally compact. It gives you a practical route map without turning into a large consultancy project.
Step 1
Submit your challenge
Share the problem, sector, timeline and any funding or partnership ideas already considered.
Step 2
Discovery call
Clarify the technical, commercial and partnership context and identify the strongest route options.
Step 3
Pathway summary
Receive a concise one-page summary outlining options, next steps and key watch-outs.
Step 4
Optional support
Add proposal narrative review, partner-readiness support or light-touch monthly guidance.
Advisory options
RDI Pathways Diagnostic
€300
Best first step for most companies.
- 45-minute discovery call
- One-page pathway summary
- Funding and collaboration options
- Three immediate next steps
Funding & Partnership Readiness Review
From €350
For companies preparing a proposal, pitch or research partner conversation.
- Review of short proposal or concept note
- Positioning and clarity feedback
- Risks, gaps and partner-readiness notes
Innovation Pipeline Support
From €500/month
Light-touch monthly advisory for companies building an RDI roadmap.
- Monthly advisory call
- Document or opportunity review
- Priority guidance on next steps
Tell me what you are trying to develop, fund or clarify.
Use the enquiry form to outline your challenge. If there is a fit, the first step is a focused RDI Pathways Diagnostic.
Response expectation: within two business days.
This is independent advisory support and does not represent, imply or guarantee access to any employer, university, funder or public agency.