The SME Instrument (part of Horizon 2020) supports the most innovative European SMEs. Zafiro Solutions helps companies to get funding for innovative tech projects from the SME Instrument. We work with the most innovative companies in Europe in a wide range of sectors including transportation, space, medical innovation and fintech.
Before we start writing the proposal we need to get to know you better. We conduct deep and complex project analysis to assure that the SME Instrument (Horizon 2020) is the right programme for you.
While writing Phase 2 proposals we focus on factors that will increase your chances of winning a grant. We also support preparation of all the paperwork that goes with the proposal. We will keep you updated with all the news and changes in the SME Instrument and Horizon 2020.
All the paperwork, general preparation, contact with the EC reporting can take a lot of time and cause bottlenecks in the project. We will ensure that you are on track and well prepared for the deadlines and reporting.
We will guide you through the Grant Agreement signature to speed up the process. We will make sure you fulfil all the legal and administrative requirements from the EC within the deadlines. You will get our support in the communication process which is crucial in the SME Instrument Phase 2 execution.
All the SMEI Phase 2 Financial Rules are included in the Annotated Grant Agreement (700 pages). At first, it might seem quite intimidating, so we will organise initial training on financial project management and support you with consultation whenever you want to make sure you claim the costs according to the rules.
As your project can be audited up to 5 years after the final payment, we will make sure you have all relevant documents prepared. You will also get access to our templates to make the financial project management easier.
It is important to get right all the legal documents and policies to comply with the rules and laws of the EU. We will help you to adjust your company policies to the UE requirements. We will share with you all the relevant documents you should sign with all the parties involved in the project and explain whatever you need.
We make things simple. From the EC rules to our processes, proposal writing and management, our priority is that you easily understand everything.
We know what a competitive project looks like. That’s why our clients keep winning grants in Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the SME Instrument (H2020).
You focus on your innovation, we take care of everything else, keeping you updated with all requirements and deadlines.
Zafiro are great to work with. They show upmost professionalism and dedication. They are incredibly knowledgeable on the SME instrument and have a fantastic network to tap into for expert advice. I highly recommend for others to work with them. The entire Zafiro team are very supportive – during the entire process.
Lise Pepe
Walk With Path
Our experience with working with Zafiro has been exclusively positive. They always delivered on schedule, were very approachable and a pleasure to work with. After a successful phase 1 grant, the preparations for phase 2 ran very smoothly. Their coaching in preparation for the interviews in Brussels was challenging and prepared us exceptionally well for the panel. We got grant and equity funding at first submission.
Florence Gschwend
Chrysalix Technologies
Choosing Zafiro for our partner was a great decision resulting in winning Phase 1 of SME Instrument grant. Their team is always ready to help to understand all the procedures & rules of the program. We appreciate their professionalism at every stage of the process. They simply know how to win.
Ewa Rutczyńska-Jamróz
Neuro Device Group S.A.
Our experience with Zafiro has been very satisfactory. Their team helped us to win the SME Instrument grant (Phase 1). In theory, you can do everything on your own, but in practice, you need a professional support and it is important to choose well. We really appreciate Zafiro’s commitment and professionalism. Choose them. We have already decided to go with them to Phase 2.
Piotr Muranty
Invis sp. z o.o.
Working with Zafiro was both successful and a pleasure. The highly professional Zafiro team supported Cyberus Labs in all phases of our preparation in successfully raising 2M EUR co-financing through the Horizon 2020 SME Instrument Phase 2 program. In particular, Zafiro’s guidance and support in preparing the team for the in-person pitch to the European Commission was invaluable. I highly recommend Zafiro to any company who wants success in raising H2020 funding!
George Slawek
Cyberus Labs Sp. z o.o.
Cooperating with Zafiro Solutions helped us to get funding from the Phase 2 of the SME Instrument (“Health Cell” topic), what apparently became the highest ever Horizon 2020 grant in Poland and one of the highest in the entire EU (€4m). We really appreciate Zafiro’s support and a very professional know-how. They are also very helpful with our project management, keeping deadlines and deliverables.
Mateusz Sagan
SDS Optic
We strongly recommend the cooperation with Zafiro team as they accomplished very efficiently all the tasks. They strengthened our proposal by changing it 180-degree and turned it into a real success! We appreciate the effective communication and the good care of all the formalities related to the grant agreement signature.
Magdalena Kozłowska
NapiFeryn BioTech
Our cooperation with Zafiro has been on the highest level, in a pleasant and inspirational atmosphere. Winning grant in the Phase 2 of the SME Instrument was our common success.We recommend Zafiro as a trustworthy and truly committed partner with whom we have achieved the results we are proud of.
Maciej Lipiński
BCAST
Zafiro’s support was fundamental for our success. Thanks to them, we won a Phase 1 of SMEI Instrument. They’re professionals at SMEI, especially at project & financial management. That was important for us while making a choice for a consultancy partner. All their work was delivered on time and reports were accepted with no comments from the European Commission.
Aleksandra Sękowska
ProxiGroup
Zafiro team helped us to succeed in both Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the SME Instrument. It wouldn’t be possible without their expert guidance through all formalities and requirements of the SMEI. All materials and coaching were very professional, tasks executed at the high level and on time. Whether you need support in writing proposal or help in project management – they are the right people.
Beata Sobolewska
Torqway
We enjoyed a great experience with the team of Zafiro who lead us to an SME Instrument award of H2020. Out of over 100 applicants in our call, 3 were awarded the grant and we got the highest award. Zafiro is an expert in navigating through the administrative, legal and financial labyrinth of Horizon 2020 and therefore we recommend them wholeheartedly.
Eytan Oppenheim
Synektik S.A.
As RemoteMyApp’s CEO, I worked closely with Zafiro for about a year, and they helped us submit our company’s proposal to the EU H2020 program. If you are still looking for a company to accompany you through EU and project submissions, then I suggest you give them a call – you won’t regret it.
Avi Kaye
RemoteMyApp
Zafiro is a highly professional company. They delivered on their promise and even more. I couldn’t recommend them more.
Paweł Jarmołkowicz
Harimata
We have been cooperating with Zafiro for two years now. They supported us in winning Phase 1 and Phase 2 grants in the Horizon 2020 SME Instrument. Their greatest advantage is the effort they put in understanding the business and the needs of their clients, which results in excellent achievements. Not to underestimate Zafiro’s knowledge on EU projects and their financing as well as their ability to hand-hold their clients through the complexity of EU projects.
Mateusz Derejski
Metrosoft
They are experts in the program and great people with very friendly approach.
Mateusz Sagan
SDS Optic
Passion, professionalism and customer orientation are the qualities that define the team
Maciej Lipiński
Dabcast
The team was friendly and patient, always ready to answer our questions.
Aleksandra Sękowska
ProxiGroup
The team is always there for us; we know we can trust them. We simply like working with them.
Beata Sobolewska
Torqway
We found the team attentive, persistent, focused and smart in the sense of choosing what works based on their experience.
Eytan Oppenheim
Synektik S.A
I also appreciate the great communication and social skills of Zafiro’s team. They are great people to work with!
Mateusz Derejski
Metrosoft
Not only are they incredibly professional and hard working, it has also been a personal pleasure working with a bunch of super friendly people.
Avi Kaye
RemoteMyApp
