Innovation Vouchers

Objectives: The "Innovation Vouchers" Program is designed to support Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in engaging with research and innovation activities. It aims to enable SMEs to collaborate effectively with knowledge-intensive organizations for developing innovative products, services, and solutions to address various challenges or problems. This initiative seeks to enhance SMEs' research capabilities and innovation potential by facilitating access to technical expertise and laboratory infrastructure. By channeling academic research into practical applications, the program encourages SMEs to undertake innovation-related expenditures and fosters collaboration across enterprises and research organizations. Ultimately, the Innovation Vouchers Program aims to address one of the crucial barriers—limited SME engagement in innovative practices—by simplifying funding accessibility, promoting cooperative innovation, and boosting business competitiveness.