EC audits – are they really as scary as they sound?
One word will make any businessperson break out in a cold sweat: audit. There are plenty of reasons why audits are considered one of the scariest things when running a business. If you decide to take on EU funding, prepare to
Subcontracting in the H2020 SME Instrument – Can subcontractors be changed?
Projects have a life of their own and things do not always go exactly as planned. Sometimes subcontractors may no longer be able to perform their tasks and have to drop out in the middle of the project. Life happens. The H2020 SME
Pay day! How and when H2020 SME Instrument projects are reimbursed.
It's time to get paid! In the H2020 framework, funding is based on reimbursing project costs. In order for the beneficiary to maintain a positive cash-flow, a certain amount is granted at the start and the rest during the course
Subcontracting in the H2020 SME Instrument – How does it work?
Unlike other research and innovation programs, the H2020 SME Instrument allows a significant part of the project work to be subcontracted under certain terms and conditions. Even when subcontracting, however, your own resources still need to be enough to cover the
What costs can be declared in Horizon 2020 projects?
Every project has its own particular needs and costs, but there are a few guidelines to determine if a cost is eligible. In general, eligible costs correspond to tasks agreed on in the Grant Agreement. All costs must be actually
How to solve currency issues in Horizon 2020?
"My EC grant is in euros. My costs are in a different currency. I have to report in euros. Help!" How many times we have heard that
Are you ready to manage H2020 project on your own?
You’re in the champions league of the most innovative companies in Europe - the Horizon 2020 winners. You should be very proud and excited. Once you recover from the emotion, remember that receiving a grant is just the beginning. In