Latest Updates on ASSIST Software’s R&D Activities and Horizon Europe Perspectives

Date published: July 20, 2022
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ASSIST Software has been heavily involved in European Union-funded research and innovation projects for the past 12 years, building up a portfolio of 23 projects under various programs: Horizon Europe, Horizon 2020, FP7, Eureka/Eurostars, Erasmus+ and POC 2014-2020. 

Our current focus is on submitting project proposals under the open and upcoming Horizon Europe calls. We have extensive experience in EU projects implementation, allowing us to participate in consortia both as technical partners and project coordinators. Contact us for Horizon Europe or other funding programs!  

Learn about our recent activities in 2022!

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Latest Updates on ASSIST Software’s R&D Activities and Horizon Europe Perspectives

EveryFish is an ambitious Horizon Europe project that proposes to develop a solution to monitor the capture of fish and prevent overfishing, with the use of modern AI and computer vision algorithms to detect the species and size of fish and keep track of the captures from each vessel. The collected data will be added to a publicly accessible blockchain-based distributed database to aid in the enforcement of regulations.  Furthermore, the project proposes to develop innovative governance strategies based on automatically reported catch data. The consortium of EveryFish is made up of a series of specialized companies, research institutes, and national fishing authorities from Norway, Denmark, Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Turkey, and Romania, under the coordination of Sintef Ocean.  

Latest Updates on ASSIST Software’s R&D Activities and Horizon Europe Perspectives

SkillHelp - Support for the Development of Social Workers' Skills – is an ERASMUS+ project with the main objective of enhancing social workers’ soft skills, while emphasizing the emotional and psychological aspects of the services they provide and strengthening relationships with people who benefit from social assistance. To this end, the SkillHelp consortium, made up of organizations from Poland, Spain, Greece, Cyprus, Bulgaria and Romania, will develop a psychometric approach-based standardized tool to assess soft skills, as well as a compelling online course designed to empower social workers.  This course will provide them with digital guides and materials to help them improve the critical soft skills needed to work with people at risk of social exclusion. ASSIST is in charge of developing the project website, the digital diagnostics tool, and the eLearning platform.

Latest Updates on ASSIST Software’s R&D Activities and Horizon Europe Perspectives

START – Strategic Partnership to Improve Internationalization skills of SMEs in Retail sector – is an Erasmus+ project that aims to equip retailers with the necessary skills and knowledge to venture abroad and develop a competitive strategy for entering a foreign market. To accomplish this, the project consortium will create an online interactive training course, which will be available on the eLearning platform ASSIST Software will design and develop.  

 Latest Updates on ASSIST’s R&D Activities and Horizon Europe Perspectives - ASSIST Software - Suceava
Latest Updates on ASSIST Software’s R&D Activities and Horizon Europe Perspectives

Late April 2022 marked the successful completion of the Smart EVC project, implemented by the resourceful teams of ASSIST Software and Stefan cel Mare University of Suceava. The consortium leveraged blockchain & machine learning to create a smart management platform for electric vehicle charging stations. The peer-to-peer charging system and transacting component are enabled using a blockchain microservice built on Ruby and Ethereum smart contracts, for decentralization. The product is cloud-based and ASSIST was responsible for developing the platform, the mobile applications and the intelligent reservation module using reinforcement learning algorithms and a wrapper over the latest OCPP version.

Latest Updates on ASSIST Software’s R&D Activities and Horizon Europe Perspectives

After three exciting years of collaboration with the PRIORITY consortium, the project came to an end in January 2022, having met all of its established objectives. PRIORITY: PRomotIng Open Resilient Inclusive socieTIes for Youth is an innovative project that aims to promote the inclusion of young migrants in society and prevent marginalization and radicalization. The project seeks to empower young people from disadvantaged groups to engage and actively participate in society and drive positive change in their local communities. To accomplish these objectives, the consortium created and made use of innovative methods and practices generated through the skilful combination of youth work, training, cultural mediation, and sports. 

Latest Updates on ASSIST Software’s R&D Activities and Horizon Europe Perspectives
 ASSIST Siftware Our Digital Future project logo

We will soon release the ODF platform and mobile app developed within Our Digital Future project, promoting eight emerging technologies among VET career advisors: Alternative Energy Consultancy, 3D Printing, Food Technology, Robotics, Cybersecurity, Virtual Reality design, Blockchain Technologies and Artificial Intelligence development. 

An important milestone that will soon be reached by the CounteR project consortium is the launch of the first version of the CounteR platform, which will detect potential radical content online and thus enable law enforcement agencies to prevent radicalization and terrorist attacks.  

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ASSIST is on the verge of finalizing two challenging research projects: HR ASSISTant - Intelligent Platform for Human Resources Management and STP – Smart Tracking Platform, implemented under the umbrella of CENTRIC -  Center for knowledge transfer to enterprises in the ICT field.  

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The HR ASSISTant project consists of conducting extensive research on human resources management systems and the subsequent development of several HR software modules with additional features, such as artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques. Some of the envisaged modules are related to employee profile, performance management, lifelong learning and development and recruitment, so as to meet the needs of a software engineering company.

ASSIST Software Smart Tracking Platform project

Planned to be implemented in close collaboration with researchers from the Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava, the STP project is in line with the CENTRIC field of interest: researching, designing and developing software modules for an asset tracking software application, based on cloud, artificial intelligence and blockchain / distributed ledger technology, adopted as Software as a Service.

Latest Updates on ASSIST Software’s R&D Activities and Horizon Europe Perspectives

We are currently awaiting the evaluation results for multiple proposals under various calls of the Horizon Europe program, many of which address circular economy issues. Furthermore, ASSIST Software has been invited to join several consortia to submit project proposals under the open and upcoming Horizon Europe calls, such as: 

  • HORIZON-CL5-2022-D4-01-03 – Smarter buildings for better energy performance; 

  • HORIZON-CL3-2022-SSRI-01-04 – Social innovations as enablers of security solutions and increased security perception; 

  • HORIZON-CL3-2022-CS-01-02 - Trustworthy methodologies, tools and data security “by design” for dynamic testing of potentially vulnerable, insecure hardware and software components 

  • HORIZON-CL3-2022-CS-01-04 - Development and validation of processes and tools used for agile certification of ICT products, ICT services and ICT processes 

Contact us for Horizon Europe or other national and EU Calls, so we can foster new ideas and translate them into socio-economic value together! 

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6. My software product is complex. Are you familiar with the Scaled Agile methodology?

We have been in the software engineering industry for 30 years. During this time, we have worked on bespoke software that needed creative thinking, innovation, and customized solutions. 

Scaled Agile refers to frameworks and practices that help large organizations adopt Agile methodologies. Traditional Agile is designed for small, self-organizing teams. Scaled Agile addresses the challenges of implementing Agile across multiple teams working on complex projects.  

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7. How do I choose the best collaboration model with ASSIST Software?  

We offer flexible models. Think about your project and see which model would be right for you.   

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1. Is ASSIST Software a reliable company for custom engineering?

Absolutely. Our partners have given us great recommendations and reviews, leading us to win The Manifest Award for Most Reviewed Software Developers. Further proof comes from our 97% employee retention rate and ongoing client partnerships for over 8 years.  

2. Are the ASSIST Software Romanian software engineers certified?

Yes. 85% of our software programmers are certified.  

At a company level, ASSIST Software is certified and recognized by industry players such as Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud, Adobe, Drupal, Fujitsu, ISTQB, and others.  

Our employee certifications are tremendously important as they reflect the shared commitment to long-term growth.

3. Why should I choose Romania for custom software development? 

Romania has become a significant player in custom software development, attracting businesses worldwide. Romania boasts the highest number of certified IT specialists in Europe and ranks sixth globally, surpassing even the US in tech specialists per capita.  

At ASSIST Software, what sets us apart is our team and our location: our engineers are certified, experienced, and flexible, while being in the +2 GMT time zone allows us to easily facilitate meetings with clients all over the world.

4. What team will work on my project, and where will it be located?

ASSIST Software's headquarters is in Romania, a prime country for software development outsourcing. Our 350+ software engineers speak English and have a deep passion for innovation.  

We provide regular project updates through reports, meetings, and online dashboards. Generally, you'll have access to a dedicated project manager who will be your point of contact for any questions or concerns.  

5. How much will my project cost me?

Our prices are competitive, and as per our working model, we guarantee you will be satisfied with the result. Frequent meetings, check-ins, and a great communication structure will ensure this outcome.   

Project costs depend on various factors, including complexity, scope, required technologies, and team size. We'll gather detailed information about your project during the initial consultation to provide a customized quote and we guarantee that you will be able to see the benefits of bespoke software.  

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ASSIST Software tackles your projects with a robust tech stack. We build native and cross-platform mobile apps, craft user-friendly web experiences, and create stunning visuals. 

Our wide-ranging expertise starts from Java, Python, and JavaScript frameworks to cutting-edge solutions like AR/VR, blockchain, and AI/ML. We also manage databases, leverage cloud platforms, and ensure flawless project execution. We're your one-stop shop for exceptional software development from concept to deployment. You can view our expertise for more details.   

2. Are you experienced in AI/ML development?

Yes. We have extensive experience in data engineering and machine learning operations (MLOps). We can employ neural networks, computer vision, and AI models to benefit your ideas.   

You can trust our long-term experience with big data, NLP, and sentiment analysis, as over the past three years, we led a European security project with 15 partners focused on detecting radicalization on social media and the dark web.

3. Do you have a research and development department and work on European Projects?

We know R&D is crucial for businesses to stay competitive and thrive in dynamic markets. Successful R&D efforts lead to developing exceptional products or services, improved efficiency and effectiveness in operations, and enhanced market positioning.   

We have established solid partnerships with 160+ European research companies, universities, and research centers (e.g., Fraunhofer, TWI, University of Heidelberg, REWE Group, SINTEF, etc.) and have participated as technical partners in over 25 EU-funded projects.  

4. Besides custom software solutions, what other services do you offer?

  • Design Thinking for Breakthrough Products:  

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5. As a company, does ASSIST have its own software products?

Yes, ASSIST Software teams have been involved in designing and developing innovative products that address community needs. One such example is the web and mobile platform Autisma. This therapy assistant enables continued learning for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.   

Our extensive knowledge of the Unity and Unreal engines has allowed us to develop two mobile games, Elly and the Ruby Atlas and Hooman Invaders, as well as various Unity Assets, such as the Real-Time Weather PRO and Easy Sky. These two Unity assets allow Unity developers to control the weather and sky in their projects.   

1. Is ASSIST Software hiring right now?

We are always looking for great people to join our team, whether you're a senior software engineer or a new talent seeking an IT career. Please check our careers page and contact us. Our HR department will contact you as soon as possible.   

2. Is ASSIST Software organizing internships?

Yes. Each year, we organize individual and group internships for students. Our long-term partnership with the Stefan cel Mare University of Suceava allows us to put together great events for students and help them get started in the industry. 

3. What type of learning culture does ASSIST Software encourage?

Our focus on innovation comes from a 'can do' attitude and the continuous learning we encourage our colleagues to pursue. We frequently organize workshops, learning sessions, presentations, and masterclasses. All these events are free and open to our colleagues and aim to support their professional and personal development. 

4. How does ASSIST Software focus on teamwork?

The key to stellar teamwork is the quality time we spend together. ASSIST employees and their families are frequently invited to participate in all activities. We encourage a healthy lifestyle by promoting and organizing hikes, bike riding sessions, marathons, volleyball, football and tennis matches, ping-pong championships, and many more.   

We show our care for the environment through reforestation campaigns and forest cleaning activities.   

We also have an English-speaking club, e-sports gaming nights, tech discussions, networking parties, and board game sessions.   

5. How does ASSIST Software give back to the community?

Volunteering and charity are essential to us, which is why we founded the ASSIST Humanitarian Foundation. We genuinely care about our community and want to improve the future. We invest in IT equipment for schools and award excellent teachers. We also help hospitals and fire departments enter the 21st century.   

We sponsor cultural events and deliver humanitarian aid to those in need. If you agree with our views, you can also donate.   

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