TNO, Holst Centre (NL)
The AMIRES team guided me with a clear process and templates throughout the whole proposal preparation, especially improving the excellence in the management sections necessary in large proposals. The experienced consultant suggested the important changes for clarity of the project idea.
Despite being in different European locations the communication was exemplary with numerous phone calls and fast response to my emails.
CEA (FR)
It has been a pleasure to work with AMIRES on the building of a H2020-LCE02 project proposal on CSP. Their administrative support, the relevance of their comments and advices have really guided and helped us in this preparation through the EC formalism.
Regarding their experience, having them as consortium partner to ensure the financial and administrative management of the project would for sure be an appreciated assistance.
HiLASE Centre (CZ)
The HiLASE team was strongly supported by the AMIRES during preparation of the project proposal within the call – H2020 Teaming for Excellence.
We appreciated, in particular, time flexibility within a stretched schedule for preparation of proposal, very professional approach, important hints and know-how in order to prepare a top-ranking project proposal which was finally accepted by the EC as the only project of the Academy of the Sciences of the CR.
IESL-FORTH (GR)
I got the opportunity to work with AMIRES preparing a FET proposal, and I was extremely impressed by their professionalism, helpfulness, punctuality, and efficiency.
I was most particularly impressed by their scientific knowledge and understanding of their project, and their ability to identify and improve weak points.
Charles University (CZ)
We were impressed by professional support by AMIRES during the preparation of H2020 Twinning project. They critically analyzed our drafts and identified and improved weak points of the proposal.
Their know-how in EC project preparation was essential and significantly increased our chances to be funded. We appreciated fast, time-flexible a friendly communication.
CSEM (CH)
I know AMIRES since its beginning and I was working with AMIRES on several occasions in the past. My most recent cooperation is very close, since AMIRES is responsible for the administrative management of a major EU project that I am coordinating.
During the last years I have had the pleasure of being in contact with various AMIRES employees. Every time I found them to show professionalism and high competence. This allowed me to leave the management of the project entirely to AMIRES and to focus myself exclusively on the technical aspects of project coordination.
In all my interactions with AMIRES, I was always able to count on very motivated partners and a constructive and pleasant cooperation. I could not imagine a better partner for future opportunities.
Fundación Tecnalia Research & Innovation (ES)
Following a highly satisfactory collaboration on two proposal preparations managed by AMIRES, I requested AMIRES’s services for the preparation of a European project, and I would not hesitate to do so again in the future. AMIRES’ proficiency in crafting proposals, organizing timelines, and managing information fosters a sense of trust across the consortium. Their exceptional support to the coordinator is particularly noteworthy.
AMIRES ensures that every aspect of the proposal is perfected, culminating in an unparalleled sense of accomplishment at the time of submission. Communication with them is always fluid and adapts smoothly to the needs of the project
Eindhoven University of Technology (NL)
AMIRES helped us with the InPulse proposal for a photonic pilot line. They supported us via the “expert package” and contributed to the success of the proposal – the maximum evaluation score of 15.
It was a pleasure to work with AMIRES consultants, committed professionals and pleasant colleagues. Their service provided excellent value for money.
TNO (NL)
I cannot be happier to have AMIRES on board with my project.
With their experience and broad range of services, they are crucial to manage such a large project and keep the work on track.
CSEM SA (CH)
As a project manager, I frequently enlisted AMIRES for the preparation of EU proposals. AMIRES consistently provided exceptional support, leveraging their extensive network to help establish strong consortia.
AMIRES assisted us in aligning our project scope with EU calls, ensuring that our proposals met the Excellence criteria. Their expertise was particularly evident in developing the impact section of our proposals, where they demonstrated a thorough understanding of the targeted markets. AMIRES continuously challenged core partners to formulate realistic exploitation strategies, enhancing the overall quality and feasibility of our projects.
Additionally, I had the opportunity to engage in activities where AMIRES managed the administrative aspects and project dissemination. Their tasks were always executed with the highest level of professionalism.
University of Catania (IT)
Our team had the opportunity to work together with AMIRES in the preparation of a H2020 proposal and I was really impressed by the highly professional support they were able to provide. Any step of the proposal preparation, starting from the consortium organization to the final proposal organization, greatly benefited from AMIRES highly professional assistance.
Among the other aspects, I was particularly impressed by the AMIRES consultant capability to deeply understand the scientific content of the proposal and to actively identify critical aspects of the proposal to be improved.
CSEM SA (CH)
My team was supported by AMIRES during FP7-ICT proposal preparation in solid-state lighting domain. Experience of AMIRES consultant, provided templates and timeline planning were real assets.
I strongly appreciated guidance through the most critical steps of proposal preparation. The cooperation resulted in positive synergy between the technical and the exploitation parts.
GlassX AG (CH)
In the challenging process of putting together a Horizon 2020 research proposal on a tight schedule the support from AMIRES made all the difference. They helped us as coordinator to manage the project consortium in an effective way and to focus our efforts on the key points required for a strong project idea.
Furthermore, their quick grasp of the technical concepts, challenging yet supportive questions and deep experience with the execution side of EU projects made a huge difference to the quality of the proposal. Working with AMIRES made the proposal process both vastly more efficient and more fun.
ProPHOS Chemicals srl (IT)
I‘ve contacted AMIRES to receive support in the submission of a proposal under the SME Instrument Phase 2. Since the beginning I was impressed by the company’s code of conduct. I felt immediately comfortable working with a consulting company that rapidly delivered analysis and a tailored solution to maximize time and resources.
Communication and responsiveness were excellent. This created a good and productive relationship. Really surprising for me was the technical background of the consultant, understanding of technical needs, and their highly valuable comments.
SUSS MicroOptics SA, (CH)
The SMEs have usually limited time and capacity for proposal preparation.
The need of professional support from experts like AMIRES is crucial for success in the difficult competition of EU R&D projects.
ISMN-CNR (IT)
We have “Long term collaboration” with AMIRES team as for FP7 as for H2020 calls. AMIRES team is a very integral part in our process of creating and managing project proposals. They listen to what we were looking for and could easily translate those ideas into the technical details.
Very easy to work with AMIRES team, extremely knowledgeable and also prompt with their responses, they helped keep the project on track and holds people accountable. They provide a straightforward summary with clear time-lines and accountability. They have a proven process for project management that significantly improved the chances that the project will be completed on time, on budget, and on target. We appreciate the very easy and user-friendly way of communication.
CSEM SA (CH)
The oxi-PAD consortium teamed up with AMIRES during the proposal development, writing and submission phase. Their critical thinking, analyzis, weak points addressing, and overall help was essential for continuous improvement of the draft.
Thanks to AMIRES’ experience, the oxi-PAD proposal draft was completed and submitted on due time. As a coordinator, I want to highlight their administrative support and professionalism. The oxi-PAD consortium is looking forward to working with AMIRES on the project execution.
Ozyegin University (TR)
AMIRES consultants have done a great job leading us to completion with frank and prompt comments. The provided templates added value to a proposal that was managed within the proper timelines.
Both involved consultants are very experienced and they provided excellent suggestions and examples. The level of professionalism is very high and it was highly appreciated by the whole consortium.
CSEM SA (CH)
The quality of AMIRES consulting process is very good and responsibility for all financial details, implementation and impact part was essential.
The support during negotiations among partners and completion of the proposal was very helpful as well.
FZU ASCR (CZ)
Uni Liechtenstein (LI)
I partnered with AMIRES during “Full Project Management” of FP7-ENERGY project proposal.
I was really impressed by experience of AMIRES consultant and appreciated the guidance and assistance through preparation process. He quickly pointed out the critical points of the project and his feedback was always very motivating.