APPLICATION PREPARATION

application preparation

WE TURN AMBITION INTO FUNDING, AND FUNDING INTO FUTURE GROWTH

When it comes to innovation, one thing is clear, no project can grow in isolation. In order for ideas to become products, technologies to advance and organisations to reinvent themselves, access to funding must be solid, structured and strategic. At H1ID, we help organisations turn ambition into action and action into results.

We develop robust, competitive and comprehensive funding applications that meet technical, financial and regulatory requirements, precisely meeting the expectations of funding bodies.Our approach combines strategic insight, technical expertise and multidisciplinary experience, grounded in the belief that funding is a key driver of technological, digital and sustainable transformation.

programmes and incentives

WE WORK WITH

At H1ID, we work with the main national funding instruments, including tax incentives and support programmes such as Portugal 2030 and PRR, with a strong focus on those that drive business transformation, innovation, decarbonisation and competitiveness.

tax incentives

SIFIDE

What is SIFIDE?

The System of Tax Incentives for Business R&D (SIFIDE) enables companies to recover up to 82.5% of their R&D investment through tax deductions for research and development costs incurred in the reference year.
It is one of the most attractive tax incentives in Europe for a simple reason: it supports companies’ research, development and technological advancement activities.

Why is it so advantageous?

Accessible

Available to all companies.

Cumulative

Can be combined with financial incentives.

Flexible

Unused tax credits can be deducted up to the 12th subsequent tax year.

Competitive

Strengthens investment in R&D and long-term strategic positioning.

SIFIDE is not just an incentive, it is a structural opportunity to build stronger, more innovative and future-ready companies.

support programmes

PORTUGAL 2030

Portugal 2030 programmes aim to strengthen the competitiveness, internationalisation, modernisation and sustainability of the Portuguese economy. At H1ID, we support clients throughout the preparation, structuring and submission of applications for multiple incentive schemes.

PRODUCTIVE INNOVATION

Supports:
• Business investment in innovative activities.
• Strengthening the capacity of SMEs to develop tradable goods and services.
• Technological, digital and sustainable transitions.

SME INTERNATIONALISATION

Promotes:
• Export growth.
• New business models.
• Strategic use of e-commerce.

BUSINESS R&D

Funds:
• Research and development (R&D) projects.
• Pilot projects.
• Demonstrations of technological pilot projects.
• Dissemination of results with entities in the scientific system.

SME QUALIFICATION

Promotes:
• Internal training.
• Process modernisation.
• Global competitiveness.

DECARBONISATION AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Supports:
• Reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
• Optimisation of resources.
• Transition to a carbon-neutral economy.
• Alignment with EU principles and climate goals.

H1ID approach

RIGOUR, CLARITY AND STRATEGY

Preparing an application means building a technical, financial and strategic narrative capable of demonstrating impact, relevance and long-term sustainability. At H1ID, we follow our own model, combining:

Strategic diagnosis

Understanding the organisation’s context, vision, objectives and execution capacity.

Application structuring

Developing a clear, robust and evidence-based application aligned with evaluation criteria.

Economic and financial analysis

Assessing costs, identifying returns and risks, and ensuring compliance with key indicators for each incentive.

Alignment with public policies

Ensuring consistency with national and European priorities in innovation, sustainability, digitalisation and competitiveness.

Ongoing liaison with funding bodies

Managing the full communication cycle with each funding programme entity.

sustainability

INTEGRATED INTO EVERY APPLICATION

All applications prepared by H1ID are grounded in sustainability principles, environmental responsibility and a long-term vision. We believe that the strongest projects are those that create economic value while having a positive impact on the planet.

READY TO TURN FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES INTO REAL GROWTH?

Get in touch to find out how to prepare high-quality applications that will accelerate your organisation’s innovation, competitiveness and sustainability.