No dimension stands alone. Each reinforces the others, creating a comprehensive readiness profile that answers the fundamental question:
Is this company ready to scale with EUR 2.5M in grant funding and become a European deep-tech leader?
Click any segment to explore that dimension in detail below.
Scoring & Benchmarking
Scores are calculated as weighted averages across all 9 dimensions. EU Strategic Value carries the highest weight (20%) as it is a key differentiator for EU funding programs.
The 9 Dimensions Explained
Each dimension addresses a critical evaluation criterion that EU assessors need answered. Click any dimension to expand full details.
13 Winner Patterns
Identified through analysis of successful deep-tech companies and EU-funded innovators. These patterns consistently distinguish successful applicants from those who fall short.
Improvement Multiplier
10-100x performance improvement vs incumbent solutions
Zparq: 10x smaller than conventional motors
Years of R&D
5-10+ years of pre-company research and development
Basquevolt: 10+ years at CIC energiGUNE
Demonstrator Projects
Named operational deployments validating technology
Rheenergise: 250kW demonstrator at Cornish Lithium
Third-Party Validation
Certifications from recognized bodies
EASA certification, DNV classification
Patent Portfolio
8+ patents average for successful applicants
Multiple patent families in EP/US/CN
PhD Founders
PhD founders common among successful applicants
Technical founders from top research institutions
Non-Dilutive Funding Ratio
50-80% of funding from grants and non-dilutive sources
Patient capital model vs hypergrowth VC
Multiple Grant Sources
3+ government funding programs
Horizon Europe + national programs (Innovate UK, Vinnova)
Patient Capital Pattern
EUR 15M-EUR 40M raised over 5-8 years
Milestone-based raises tied to TRL progression
EU Alliance Membership
Active in European strategic initiatives and alliances
Battery Alliance, Clean Hydrogen Alliance
Platform Technology
3+ application domains
Zparq: leisure boats, commercial vessels, rescue
R&D Partnership Network
2+ academic/research partnerships
Chalmers, CIC energiGUNE, DTU
Industrial Partnership
Named OEM/Tier 1 partners
Stena Line, Iberdrola, Stellantis
What You Get
Every assessment includes comprehensive deliverables aligned with your funding strategy across grants and equity.
- 9-dimension scores with confidence levels
- Overall funding readiness profile
- Benchmarking vs. successful applicants in your sector
- Identification of relevant grant programs and investors
- Program-specific evaluation criteria
- Alignment analysis for your company profile
- Gap analysis across all 9 dimensions
- Prioritized recommendations for strengthening your profile
- Timeline to funding readiness
- Tailored application development for matched programs
- Strategic pitch deck aligned to evaluator expectations
- Financial models and supporting documentation
Our Verification Standards
Every assessment undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Every dimension is assessed using multiple independent sources -- patent databases (Espacenet, USPTO), regulatory filings, financial records, and third-party publications.
- HIGH: 85%+ verification rate
- MEDIUM: 60-84% verification rate
- LOW: <60% verification rate
All assessments undergo peer review by senior consultants before delivery to ensure accuracy and catch blind spots.
Transparency & Limitations
What We Can Do
- *Assess your readiness across the 9 dimensions that matter most to EU's funding application evaluators
- *Identify specific strengths and opportunities based on verifiable evidence
- *Provide actionable recommendations to strengthen your profile
- *Benchmark you against successful applicants in your sector
Limitations
- *We cannot guarantee EU funding. The success rate is 10-15%, and final decisions rest with evaluators.
- *Assessments are based on available information. Confidence levels reflect data quality.
- *Scores are point-in-time snapshots. Your readiness evolves as you strengthen dimensions.
Our commitment: We provide honest, evidence-based assessments. If you are not ready, we will tell you -- and help you get there. If you are ready, we will help you maximize your chances of success with EU funding programs.