Global Development Collaboration
The Intel® Software Partner Program and the Office of the Chief Scientist have signed a joint agreement to help Israeli corporations benefit from Intel's technology leadership, online resources and worldwide presence. Learn more about the benefits of joining the Intel® Software Partner Program.
The Framework
The Office of the Chief Scientist (OCS) in the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Labor is charged with execution of government policy for support of industrial R&D. The goal of the OCS is to assist in the development of technology in Israel as a means of fostering economic growth, encouraging technological innovation and entrepreneurship, leveraging Israel's scientific potential, enhancing the knowledge base of industry in Israel, stimulating high value-added R&D and encouraging R&D collaboration both nationally and internationally.
How Does the Software Development Grant Program Work?
The Software Development Grant Program in Israel offers both grant funding support from the OCS and service based offerings support from the Intel® Software Partner Program to help facilitate development efforts that are directly related to enabling work on Intel® Architecture.
- The software company provides the Office of the Chief Scientist with paid receipts, post dated checks or accounts payable receipts dedicated toward the Intel® enabling project - with items such as R&D costs, engineer salaries, equipment & tools all being counted as part of their investment.
- The Israel Office of the Chief Scientist commits grant resources not to exceed USD $25K in cash - paying the software company 50% of their investments as they go - to be re-paid upon the ISV's success in the marketing of their project.
- The Intel® Software Partner Program commits resources in-kind, equal to the Israel's Office of the Chief Scientist grant amount of USD $25K, primarily in service based offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does it cost to enroll in the Intel® Software Partner Program?
A: There is no cost to join the Intel® Software Partner Program or to participate in the Software Development Grant Program in Israel, other than the dedicated investment toward the development of your Intel enabled application.
Q: Who can participate in this program and what are the minimum requirements?
A: Participation is limited to members of the Intel® Software Partner Program who are registered in and have their main headquarters located in Israel. The software company must have a software profile and be developing their application on a Technology Focus Area supported by the Intel® Software Partner Program.
Q: What criteria would the Office of the Chief Scientist use to approve a grant application?
- The extent and degree of technological innovation - strong R&D focus required.
- The merits of the corporation - both developmental and administrative - annual revenues not to exceed USD $70M.
- The business model and the potential attractiveness of the target markets.
- The software company cannot have prior ownership or partner affiliation with Intel.
Q: What are the types of expenses that the Israel's Office of the Chief Scientist would recognize and support through this grant program?
- Salaries
- Materials
- Domestic and international subcontractors
- Depreciation of equipment
- Patent registration, operational leasing and other miscellaneous costs
Q: What are the terms and frequency for reimbursement by the Office of the Chief Scientist?
A: This is a "Pay As You Go" opportunity, which means that the software company can submit paid invoices, post dated checks or accounts payable invoices for things like salaries, R&D etc. and get reimbursed by the Office of the Chief Scientist "as they go". In other words, to get the full USD $25K grant monies, the ISV doesn't have to invest the USD $50K up front, but rather, they can get reimbursed on a "pay as you go" basis, as they make payroll etc. every few weeks.
Q: What is involved with the application process?
A: There is a 3-step process to be considered for the Software Development Grant Program in Israel. First, the software company must become a member of the Intel® Software Partner Program by completing the enrollment form at software.intel.com/partner. Second, the software company must submit an executive summary by completing the online application form. The third step takes place after the Intel® Software Partner Program approves the initial submission, wherein the OCS will require the software company to complete a short Grant Application form, according to traditional OCS procedures.
Q: How long should the application process take with Israel's Office of the Chief Scientist?
A: The entire application / approval process should take less than 60 days.
Q: What other unique opportunities does this pilot program offer to the Intel® Software Partner Program member?
A: The software company will be given a warm introduction to the Intel® Capital Group. This team represents a global commitment aimed at investing in, and supporting profitable enterprises.
Q: Where can I learn more about the Intel® Software Partner Program?
A: Visit our online website at software.intel.com/partner.
Q: Where can I learn more about the Office of the Chief Scientist?
A: Visit our online website at www.moital.gov.il/madan.