If you’re diving into the world of innovation funding, you’ve probably heard about the EIC Accelerator. It’s a game-changer for anyone looking to scale up groundbreaking ideas. But let’s be honest - navigating the application process and managing the project can feel like trying to solve a Rubik’s cube blindfolded. That’s where EIC Accelerator guidance comes in, and trust me, it’s a lifesaver. In this post, I’ll walk you through how the right support can empower your growth,

Take a break from EU bureaucracy with EC Pong, the only retro arcade game built just for RMAs! Dodge audits, smash work packages, and survive the Horizon Europe lifecycle.

Is AI taking over grant writing, or is it just hype? At EARMA Odense 2024, we hosted a discussion table to separate fact from fiction. RMAs shared that while AI is a great sparring partner for overcoming the "blank page" and drafting emails, humans still beat AI at finding funding. Discover the real challenges of AI in grant management, including IP risks, security fears, and the threat of cookie-cutter proposals. Read our full summary and recommendations!

Did Horizon Europe actually simplify project reporting? At EARMA Odense 2024, we delivered a rapid-fire session breaking down the truth. While core narratives and time reporting math (1 day = 8 hours) remain similar, Continuous Reporting has exploded with new mandatory tabs for Impacts, Researchers, and Datasets. Plus, learn about the new €430k CFS threshold and ODC financial splits. Read our full breakdown to master HEU reporting and keep your consortia compliant!

Managing an EU Horizon project is like taming chaos. After a two-year pandemic delay, we finally took the stage at EARMA Oslo 2022 to talk about Tools for Project Management. Discover our brief history of PM software and why we unapologetically recommend Basecamp to keep your consortium aligned. Learn how to overcome researcher resistance, map your Work Packages, and eliminate email noise. Read our practical guide to EU project tools today!

Why do well-managed EU projects still fail to deliver real impact? Because we manage the budgets, but forget the people. Fresh from our EARMA 2019 session in Bologna, discover why Change Management is the missing link in EU grant management. Learn how adding CM methodologies to your RMA toolkit can keep consortia on track, overcome partner resistance, and make your projects 6x more likely to succeed. Read our full conference breakdown!

Ever read an EU proposal where researchers state, "We will exploit our results by publishing open-access papers"? Evaluators read that, sigh, and dock points. Fresh from our EARMA 2019 session in Bologna, we break down the crucial difference between Dissemination (sharing) and Exploitation (using). Learn how to identify Key Exploitable Results (KERs) and write a winning strategy.

Managing Projects with Change Management In Mind

Since this post is all about making the "invisible, visible," the header image should beautifully blur the lines between a laboratory and an art gallery. A great choice would be a vibrant, glowing bio-art installation (like illuminated Petri dishes or textiles) being viewed by a curious crowd, perfectly illustrating the "1 Million People" engagement metric.