IRDG Vision & Strategic Objectives

Ireland must become one of the top three Research, Development and Innovation performers in Europe by 2013, the R&D spend by industry must double over the same period as must the number of RD&I performers.

Vision Statement

  • IRDG will act as the representative body for member companies, in the manufacturing and service sectors  involved in Research, Development and Innovation (RD&I).
  • IRDG will provide extensive RD&I services to its members.
  • IRDG will be the recognised, accepted and approved authority on and provider of RD&I promotional services to companies in Ireland.
  • Implementation of this vision will complement the existing actions being undertaken by the relevant agencies.

Strategic Objectives

  • Ensure funding is available for industry RD&I.
  • Membership of 330.
  • Promotion of RD&I.
  • Promotion of funding schemes.
  • Preparation of project proposals.
  • Preparation of project claims.
  • Linkages with other organizations and networks.
  • Industry - College collaboration.
  • Patent Royalty Distribution Scheme.
  • R&D Tax Credit Scheme.

IRDG Resources & Achievements