Contract research

You have an innovative idea – we have the expertise

Methodological strength for complex technology projects

Do you already have a technological challenge, want to further develop your processes, products, or services—or do you see a need for research and development within your company? We’re here to support you—from the initial idea to a concrete solution. In a no-obligation initial consultation, we’ll work with you to analyze your current situation and define your goals, the scope of the project, and the next steps.

Depending on the scope and objectives of your project, we support you from the development of initial concepts through pre-competitive software solutions up to Technology Readiness Level 6 (TRL 6), which are evaluated in industrial environments. Unlike publicly funded research projects, our focus is on your company’s specific challenges and the development of practical solutions.

Whether it’s targeted support for a specific issue or a long-term collaboration, through research partnerships we work with you to develop tailored solutions for your technological challenges.

Your technology partner for practice-oriented research

Expertise & support
  • Identification of suitable collaborations
  • Many years of experience in industry-oriented research, combining scientific excellence with practical relevance
  • Access to a Bavaria-wide partner network of universities, companies, and start-ups
Research & development
  • Development of new software-intensive technologies, products, or services
  • Use of cutting-edge methods: AI, systems engineering, data analytics, model-based software development, and more
  • Confidentiality & IP arrangements: contractually guaranteed
Project implementation & support
  • Customized proposal and tailored timeline
  • State-of-the-art research in software and AI
  • Transparent collaboration and fair terms—particularly well-suited for SMEs
  • Project duration: 3–12 months, depending on scope
  • Presentation of results and optional follow-up support

Contract research at fortiss – your project process

We work with you to develop innovative solutions and guide you every step of the way, from the initial idea to successful implementation:

  • Initial consultation & needs assessment
    Together, we analyze your project idea, goals, and research questions—typically within a few weeks.
  • Proposal & timeline
    We create a tailored proposal and an agreed timeline.
  • Project implementation & regular exchange
    During implementation, we maintain continuous communication to ensure the results are optimally aligned with your needs. Project duration varies depending on scope, typically between 3 and 12 months.
  • Delivery & optional support for follow-up projects
    At the end, we present the results and, if desired, provide follow-up support to ensure implementation within your organization—including technical expertise and state-of-the-art research in software and AI.

Book your free initial consultation

In dialogue with you, we define the goals and workflow of your tailored research project.

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