What Qualifies?
AI Integration & Deployment Innovation
Resolving technical uncertainty when embedding AI models into real-time systems or production environments.
Algorithm Development
New or improved algorithms overcoming technical performance limits.
Prototype & Platform Development
Iterative software builds to validate new technical approaches.
Cybersecurity Enhancement
Custom security solutions addressing evolving technical threats.
Cloud & Infrastructure Optimization
Scalable environments designed to solve architectural uncertainty.
Common Examples
Data Pipeline Innovation
Building new systems to reliably process massive, messy, or real-time data when standard tools can’t keep up.
AI Model Refinement
Improving AI performance when models break down under real-world data conditions.
Automation Framework Development
Creating custom automation platforms when off-the-shelf solutions can’t handle your workflow complexity.
Legacy System Integration
Making outdated systems work seamlessly with modern platforms when compatibility isn’t straightforward.
Security Architecture Development
Developing advanced security solutions when existing tools leave gaps or performance trade-offs.
Cloud Infrastructure Advancement
Designing scalable cloud environments that stay stable under unpredictable growth or traffic spikes.
Top Misconceptions
Open-source tools disqualify a project
Only brand-new software products qualify
Debugging can never be SR&ED
We’re too small to apply.
Failed projects don’t count
Industry-Specific Opportunities
IT Products & Services
IT Products & Services
- Cloud migration architecture
- Cybersecurity framework enhancement
- Infrastructure scalability solutions
Mobile & Social Media Platforms
Mobile & Social Media Platforms
- Real-time feed scalability
- Recommendation algorithm refinement
- Cross-device performance optimization
Communications Technology
Communications Technology
- Low-latency data transmission systems
- Secure messaging architecture
- Network reliability under load
Software Development & Solutions
Software Development & Solutions
- Custom enterprise automation
- Complex system integration
- Backend performance redesign
Digital Animation & Gaming
Digital Animation & Gaming
- Advanced AI character systems
- Multiplayer latency reduction
- Motion capture engine integration
- Frame stability under heavy loads