From Ideas to Funding Calls service clarifies development ideas for a funding call

Laurea's new service supporting RDI activities helps organizations refine their development ideas to fit into funding calls.

News7.7.2025

Many businesses are looking for ways to develop their products, services, or operations. However, few are aware that external funding can be applied for from various funding sources to support development. We are now piloting a new service, From Ideas to Funding Calls, which is a guided service designed to support research, development, and innovation (RDI) activities and involve personnel. At its core is a workshop where feasible project ideas are developed for a selected funding call.

- From Ideas to Funding Calls is not just about brainstorming. It is a concrete pathway to kick-start strategic development with the support of experts, says Siiri Jalo, leader of the From Ideas to Funding Calls service pilot.

Why participate in the From Ideas to Funding Calls service?

The service offers organizations an easy and effective way to build development ideas eligible for external funding. Thanks to the guided process, resources are saved, and ideation stays on schedule despite daily pressures. With expert support, common pitfalls are avoided, and the right funding sources are identified, all while strengthening the organization's culture of experimentation.

- Our goal is to help organizations find funding and enhance their competitiveness, say Katja Silvasti & Antti Kytö, developers of the From Ideas to Funding Calls service pilot.

The service is especially suitable for businesses that want to:

Develop their operations strategically and systematically
Get expert support in organizing ideation and building a funding pathway
Strengthen their competitiveness by leveraging foresight work

The service can be carried out as part of your company's development day or as a standalone project. The entire process, including preparation, takes approximately 6 weeks.

We are currently offering the service at half price to a limited number of companies in exchange for feedback and sharing experiences.

Siiri Jalo, RDI Expert, Unit of Business Administration, Information Technology and Services, RDI Team, Leader for the RDI Business Sales Development Project
Katja Silvasti, Project Worker, Communications Specialist, Unit of Business Administration, Information Technology and Services, RDI Team
Antti Kytö, Service Designer, Unit of Business Administration, Information Technology and Services, RDI Team