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The Tax Cloud portal was launched in Ireland in June last year to make it easier and quicker for Irish businesses to claim their R&D tax credit entitlement. In this blog, we discuss the differences between Tax Cloud and full service R&D tax credit consultancy

We all know that technology moves fast. Invention and innovation are certainly intertwined but there are some key differences between the two. Here we look at this a little more closely.

At the beginning of April, the State’s tax collector announced that they are expediting payment of R&D Tax Credit claims to free up thousands of euros in cash for Irish businesses during the COVID-19 crisis.

Here we've put together some quick and interesting facts about research and development and the R&D Tax Credits scheme in the Irish Republic.

Here we look at what business owners and managers can do to encourage innovative thinking within in their own organisations.

Having an angel investor is just one of a large number of ways to secure funding for your new business or project But what exactly is an angel investor and how can they help?

In times of adversity we see the steepest rise in innovation, and undoubtedly this period of COVID-19 uncertainty will be no different. Here we look at the most recent supply chain innovations across Ireland and beyond.

At this time of worry and concern about COVID-19, the team at Myriad & Tax Cloud fully appreciates the disruption to all our usual lives, both at work and at home.

Simply put, without entrepreneurs we wouldn’t have businesses. Their creativity and forward thinking are essential to our everyday lives, and contribute far more than just money. So why else are entrepreneurs so important?

With the world’s economy taking a nosedive amidst coronavirus uncertainty, a global recession is looking highly likely. But what actually is a recession, and how can it affect businesses? Here we take a look.

When many people think of R&D they tend to imagine laboratory technicians in white coats or large pharmaceutical brands carrying out testing. Of course this type of work would be included, but it’s actually far, far wider than that.

Here we look at the two different approaches companies may take to innovation - ‘open innovation’ and ‘closed innovation’ - and discover what they’re all about.

Diversity in the workplace brings fresh perspectives, a broader range of skills and gives the company a more outward-looking appeal. But how can having a diverse mix of people in a team drive company innovation? Here we take a look:

Putting together a claim for R&D Tax Credits is not particularly easy and there are many opportunities to make mistakes. This is why we highly recommend using the services of R&D experts such as ourselves at Tax Cloud. It’s simple to use and can give you a clearer idea of your eligible costs

Although growth is a fantastic (and necessary) goal to have, there are many barriers that could well be standing in the way. Here we look at some common barriers to growth and how to tackle them.

It’s all about defining your social media presence, actively maintaining and updating postings for your customers. Those business who opt out now face a real struggle to compete.

Ever since the Tax Cloud portal for Ireland was launched, its sole purpose has been to deliver a high quality, fully supported R&D tax credits claims service at a fantastic price. We’ve now taken steps to update our pricing structure

Launched in 2015 and set to run until the end of this year, Innovation 2020 has for five years represented the Irish government’s drive for innovation.

With a new year in full swing, it’s a good time to look back at the one just gone and review the country’s economic successes. Here we look at the top growth industries across Ireland from 2019.

Here we take a look at the five innovative agricultural technologies and practices that are changing agriculture across the world

Over the years, research and development (R&D) Tax Credits have been of huge benefit to companies large and small across Ireland. Many companies reinvest the money into the business and continue on with their strategies for growth.

Businesses will often spend a large amount of time and money on developing new products, services or processes, or enhancing existing ones. This work is generally considered to be Research and Development (R&D) the process flows something like this

Major research and development (R&D) work is happening all over world right now. Here we take a look at just a few of them

Here we take a look at the innovative steps in sustainability that have taken place in Ireland, and what R&D opportunities may be yet to come.

Last month (October 2019), Bibby Financial Services, published its latest Global Business Monitor report. Worryingly, the survey revealed that Irish SMEs are more likely to have difficulties with cashflow, more so than their international competitors

In this article we take a look at how Irish manufacturing companies can improve and adapt through innovation and lay the foundation for successful growth going forward.

As part of the Budget 2020 offerings, micro and small companies employing a maximum of 250 workers will soon be able to write off up to 30% of their R&D costs, whilst receiving their money far quicker.

Hiring for top research and development positions is an important step in a company’s process for embarking on R&D work

Has your company undergone R&D work lately? Then time is of the essence. While R&D Tax Credit applications can be made within 12 months from the end of a tax year, we recommend completing the claim over the course of the year in real time.

We specially developed the Tax Cloud portal to save you time, money and hassle. It’s constantly refreshed and evolving - just like your business.

It’s not exactly surprising that some of the coolest, strangest and altogether most brilliant inventions we take for granted today were courtesy of Irish pioneers. Here we take a look at just a few of them.

Research, development and innovation are vital for any business but particularly in the Republic of Ireland. It plays a crucial role in helping the company to thrive in the years to come

One of the key ambitions for the Government’s Innovation 2020 strategy is to boost the amount spent on R&D in Ireland to reach 2.5% of GNP.

How will certain sectors overcome their individual challenges as a result of Brexit? We anticipate Research & development will play a massive role.

Agri-Tech is one sector where technology is being used to provide solutions to problems in food production, farming, agriculture and distribution.

In this blog, we discuss why accountants and R&D advisors can work together to deliver expert R&D claims

Here we take a look at the challenges faced by Irish SMEs in a modern day, global business world

In this blog, we take a look at what tax deductions & allowances can be made regarding corporation tax for Irish business

Has your company recently engaged in research, development or innovation? Then this one’s for you.

Part of applying for your R&D Tax Credits claim is to complete what’s referred to as a “technical narrative”. This piece of work can mean the difference between success and failure. Learn how to get it right first time

Corporation Tax can be a major pain in the wallet for any business but the good news is there are a number of things that companies in Ireland can do to reduce the burden. Take a look through our handy list of tips and see if any apply to you.

Here we take a look at why exactly Ireland is such a great place to start a business, whatever industry it’s in.

Find out how Irish businesses can boost cash flow to better weather the storm of Brexit uncertainty.

Businesses and start-ups across the country are missing out on a secret weapon that can broaden the base of resources to fuel growth.

The pharmaceutical industry is one of the biggest areas of research and development activity in the world. Despite this, many companies in the sector are still yet to claim the 25% tax credit on qualifying R&D expenditure.

Traditionally, businesses turn to tax advisors for help with their R&D tax credit claims. However, there could be real benefits to gain by choosing an R&D tax claim portal like Tax Cloud instead.

Tax Cloud has fielded many questions from Irish customers with regards to the R&D tax credit scheme. In our this blog, we highlight some of the top questions we get asked when customers enquire with us

We are on the cusp of a technological avalanche, where artificial intelligence and augmented reality are starting to become a part of our daily lives. For this reason, software development is one of the biggest areas for which you can claim R&D Tax Credits.