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Strategic Analysis
Proposals must deliver robust, open-source, and interoperable digital solutions that automate regulatory compliance and reporting, significantly reducing administrative burden for enterprises. A winning proposal will showcase practical, scalable pilots in identified high-burden sectors, integrating advanced privacy-preserving AI and secure data sharing, while ensuring direct communication with regulatory authorities and leveraging European data standards and identity solutions.
TRL 6 → 8
Based on programme defaults
Utilize advanced technologies such as privacy-preserving technologies, data capturing technologies, automatic transmission and analysis, cloud storage and encryption for data security and compliance with regulations.
Implement comprehensive APIs to enable real-time compliance and self-compliance checks.
Employ machine learning algorithms for automated monitoring and reporting.
Where possible , use precisely defined concepts available in the data catalogue entries of Common European Data Spaces enabling deterministic data collection.
Establish direct communication channels with regulatory authorities for automated updates and reporting, keeping the system updated with changing regulations (e.g. by expressing the reporting requirements in machine readable and executable way).
Ensure robust access control and maintain audit trails for transparency and accountability.
Minimize the risk of non-compliance and potential penalties through these technological and procedural safeguards.
Integrate the European Digital Identity Wallet for secure identification of individuals and legal entities, when available.
Collaborate with providers of data space services and technology, with a particular emphasis on open-source solutions, such as the European Commission's Simpl programme.
All systems must incorporate robust data privacy and security measures.
Proposers must ensure that the systems developed are open source, interoperable with existing government data systems and adhere to European data standards and specifications.
The system must be scalable to handle large volumes of data and high transaction rates.
The system must be designed with end-users in mind, ensuring ease of use and accessibility.
A comprehensive data governance framework must be established. This should include policies for data quality management, data stewardship, and data lifecycle management.
Proposals should target legislations that have clear, quantifiable compliance metrics that can be automatically assessed using data analytics and they should ensure no overlaps with ongoing initiatives (e.g. Digital Product Passport, Customs reform).
This call aims to explore sectors with significant administrative burden such as agriculture, environment, manufacturing, healthcare and energy.
Deliver three to four projects that demonstrate the streamlining of regulatory reporting through automated and trusted sharing of compliance data. Each project will address the governance, technical, legal, and processing aspects of the solution.
Reduce the administrative burden of enterprises by applying advanced digital technologies to automatise the reporting process.
Support projects testing digital solutions for transmitting information relevant for compliance with EU legislation (e.g. regulations on environmental issues) and automate the compliance process for a number of pilot use cases.
Leverage advanced technologies, including data capturing technologies, automatic transmission, analysis, cloud storage, and encryption, to ensure data security, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.
Give strong focus to privacy-preserving technologies to ensure trust between the reporting entity and regulatory authorities, safeguarding data confidentiality while enabling secure and efficient compliance processes.
Identify burdensome administrative challenges in the selected sectors that could be addressed by automated data-driven solutions, while close collaboration with reporting entities will be essential to enable direct communication with regulatory agencies for automated updates and ensure compliance with evolving regulations.
Prioritize access controls and audit trails to enhance transparency and reduce the risk of non-compliance and penalties.
Incorporate the European Digital Identity Wallet, when available, to securely identify individuals and legal entities in data spaces, alongside trust services like electronic seals and ledgers.
Reinforce the EU’s core Artificial Intelligence (AI) capacities as a crucial driver for the digital transformation of the public and private sectors.
Make Europe an AI continent, thriving on the development, integration and adoption of AI.
Support the development of world class AI models in the EU.
Foster the integration of AI technologies into EU’s most strategic sectors, including healthcare, energy and research.
Stimulate new industrial uses of AI.
Improve the delivery of various public services.
Digital Europe Programme
highThe Digital Europe Programme (DEP) is a funding programme focused on bringing digital technology to businesses, citizens, and public administrations across the EU. It aims to boost Europe's digital transformation, investing in areas such as supercomputing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, advanced digital skills, and the wide use of digital technologies across the economy and society. Its goal is to strengthen Europe's strategic digital capacities and facilitate their widespread deployment.
Evaluators will expect proposals to clearly demonstrate how they contribute to the overarching objectives of the Digital Europe Programme, particularly in deploying advanced digital solutions for public services or industry. This includes showing how the project will foster digital transformation, enhance digital skills, or strengthen Europe's digital sovereignty and competitiveness.
EU legislation
highEU legislation encompasses the body of laws, regulations, directives, and decisions enacted by the European Union institutions. It forms the legal framework that governs various aspects of economic, social, and environmental life across member states. For digital solutions, relevant legislation often includes data protection (e.g., GDPR), cybersecurity, digital services, and sector-specific regulations.
Evaluators will expect proposals to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the relevant EU legislation pertinent to their digital solutions and the domain of regulatory compliance. This includes clearly identifying which specific legislative acts the solution aims to help comply with, how it ensures adherence to principles like data protection and privacy, and how it addresses legal interoperability and trustworthiness.
Simpl programme
highAssuming "Simpl programme" refers to initiatives focused on administrative simplification and reducing regulatory burden, such programmes aim to streamline processes, cut red tape, and make public services more efficient and user-friendly. They often involve digital transformation to automate procedures, improve data exchange, and enhance transparency, ultimately making it easier for citizens and businesses to comply with regulations.
Evaluators will expect proposals to clearly demonstrate how their digital solutions contribute to the simplification of regulatory compliance processes, aligning with the objectives of reducing administrative burden and improving efficiency. This includes showing how the solution automates complex tasks, facilitates easier data submission, or provides clearer guidance, thereby simplifying compliance for end-users.
Apply AI Strategy
mediumThe Apply AI Strategy is central to this call, focusing on the deployment of AI in healthcare to improve screening, diagnosis, and patient outcomes. It emphasizes the creation of a European network of AI-powered screening centres.
Evaluators will prioritize proposals that align closely with the Apply AI Strategy, demonstrating how the project will contribute to the European network of AI-powered screening centres, share best practices, and ensure scalability and sustainability of AI solutions in healthcare.
European Digital Identity Wallet
mediumThe European Digital Identity Wallet is a key initiative under the eIDAS 2.0 Regulation, aiming to provide all EU citizens and residents with a secure and convenient way to prove their identity and share electronic documents from their mobile phones. It enables users to access online services, store official documents, and share data securely, giving them full control over their personal information.
Evaluators will look for proposals that demonstrate how their digital solutions can integrate with or leverage the European Digital Identity Wallet for secure and verifiable identity management in regulatory compliance processes. This includes showing how the wallet can facilitate secure data exchange, streamline identity verification, and enhance trust in digital interactions related to compliance, while respecting user privacy and data sovereignty.
DEP Regulation 2021/964
mediumThe Digital Europe Programme (DEP) Regulation underpins the call, emphasizing the deployment of AI in public sector services, including healthcare. It supports the development of secure, interoperable, and trustworthy digital solutions.
Evaluators will expect proposals to demonstrate alignment with DEP objectives, particularly in deploying AI solutions that are secure, scalable, and interoperable with existing digital infrastructures in healthcare.
EU Financial Regulation 2024/2509
lowThis regulation governs the financial management of EU funds, ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficient use of resources. It is relevant for proposals involving large-scale piloting and validation of AI systems in healthcare.
Evaluators will look for clear financial planning, cost-efficiency analysis, and compliance with EU financial rules, particularly in demonstrating the economic viability and sustainability of the proposed AI solutions.
1. Admissibility conditions — Proposal page limit and layout described in section 5 of the call document . Proposal page limits and layout: described in Part B of the Application Form available in the Submission System.
2. Eligible Countries — described in section 6 of the call document .
3. Other Eligibility Conditions — described in section 6 of the call document .
4. Financial and operational capacity and exclusion — described in section 7 of the call document . 5a. Evaluation and award: Submission and evaluation processes described section 8 of the call document and the Online Manual . 5b. Evaluation and award: Award criteria, scoring and thresholds described in section 9 of the call document .
5c. Evaluation and award: Indicative timeline for evaluation and grant agreement — described in section 4 of the call document .
6. Legal and financial set-up of the grants — described in section 10 of the call document . Call document and annexes: Call document Application form templates Standard application form (DEP) — the application form specific to this call is available in the Submission System Detailed budget table (DEP LSII) Model Grant Agreements (MGA) Lump Sum MGA
DEP Work Programmes DEP Regulation 2021/964 EU Financial Regulation 2024/2509 Rules for Legal Entity Validation, LEAR Appointment and Financial Capacity Assessment EU Grants AGA — Annotated Model Grant Agreement Funding & Tenders Portal Online Manual Funding & Tenders Portal Terms and Conditions Funding & Tenders Portal Privacy Statement
Evaluators will prioritize the practical demonstration of automated compliance solutions in real-world settings, focusing on the reduction of administrative burden and the trustworthiness of the systems (privacy, security, auditability). Strong emphasis will be placed on open-source solutions, interoperability with existing government systems, adherence to European data standards, and the integration of the European Digital Identity Wallet. The choice of target legislation with quantifiable compliance metrics and avoidance of overlaps with existing initiatives is crucial.
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| Requirement | Covered by | Carried | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope activities | |||
| SC1Utilize advanced technologies such as privacy-preserving technologies, data capturing technologies, automatic transmission and analysis, cloud storage and encryption for data security and compliance with regulations. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC2Implement comprehensive APIs to enable real-time compliance and self-compliance checks. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC3Employ machine learning algorithms for automated monitoring and reporting. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC4Where possible , use precisely defined concepts available in the data catalogue entries of Common European Data Spaces enabling deterministic data collection. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC5Establish direct communication channels with regulatory authorities for automated updates and reporting, keeping the system updated with changing regulations (e.g. by expressing the reporting requirements in machine readable and executable way). | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC6Ensure robust access control and maintain audit trails for transparency and accountability. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC7Minimize the risk of non-compliance and potential penalties through these technological and procedural safeguards. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC8Integrate the European Digital Identity Wallet for secure identification of individuals and legal entities, when available. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC9Collaborate with providers of data space services and technology, with a particular emphasis on open-source solutions, such as the European Commission's Simpl programme. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC10All systems must incorporate robust data privacy and security measures. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC11Proposers must ensure that the systems developed are open source, interoperable with existing government data systems and adhere to European data standards and specifications. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC12The system must be scalable to handle large volumes of data and high transaction rates. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC13The system must be designed with end-users in mind, ensuring ease of use and accessibility. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC14A comprehensive data governance framework must be established. This should include policies for data quality management, data stewardship, and data lifecycle management. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC15Proposals should target legislations that have clear, quantifiable compliance metrics that can be automatically assessed using data analytics and they should ensure no overlaps with ongoing initiatives (e.g. Digital Product Passport, Customs reform). | · | · | Sign up to track |
| SC16This call aims to explore sectors with significant administrative burden such as agriculture, environment, manufacturing, healthcare and energy. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| Expected outcomes | |||
| EO1Deliver three to four projects that demonstrate the streamlining of regulatory reporting through automated and trusted sharing of compliance data. Each project will address the governance, technical, legal, and processing aspects of the solution. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| EO2Reduce the administrative burden of enterprises by applying advanced digital technologies to automatise the reporting process. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| EO3Support projects testing digital solutions for transmitting information relevant for compliance with EU legislation (e.g. regulations on environmental issues) and automate the compliance process for a number of pilot use cases. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| EO4Leverage advanced technologies, including data capturing technologies, automatic transmission, analysis, cloud storage, and encryption, to ensure data security, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| EO5Give strong focus to privacy-preserving technologies to ensure trust between the reporting entity and regulatory authorities, safeguarding data confidentiality while enabling secure and efficient compliance processes. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| EO6Identify burdensome administrative challenges in the selected sectors that could be addressed by automated data-driven solutions, while close collaboration with reporting entities will be essential to enable direct communication with regulatory agencies for automated updates and ensure compliance with evolving regulations. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| EO7Prioritize access controls and audit trails to enhance transparency and reduce the risk of non-compliance and penalties. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| EO8Incorporate the European Digital Identity Wallet, when available, to securely identify individuals and legal entities in data spaces, alongside trust services like electronic seals and ledgers. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| Other requirements | |||
| No other requirements in this call. | |||
| Expected impacts | |||
| EI1Reinforce the EU’s core Artificial Intelligence (AI) capacities as a crucial driver for the digital transformation of the public and private sectors. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| EI2Make Europe an AI continent, thriving on the development, integration and adoption of AI. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| EI3Support the development of world class AI models in the EU. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| EI4Foster the integration of AI technologies into EU’s most strategic sectors, including healthcare, energy and research. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| EI5Stimulate new industrial uses of AI. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| EI6Improve the delivery of various public services. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| Underlying policies | |||
| POL1digital europe programmeThe Digital Europe Programme (DEP) is a funding programme focused on bringing digital technology to businesses, citizens, and public administrations across the EU. It aims to boost Europe's digital transformation, investing in areas such as supercomputing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, advanced digital skills, and the wide use of digital technologies across the economy and society. Its goal is to strengthen Europe's strategic digital capacities and facilitate their widespread deployment. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| POL2eu legislationEU legislation encompasses the body of laws, regulations, directives, and decisions enacted by the European Union institutions. It forms the legal framework that governs various aspects of economic, social, and environmental life across member states. For digital solutions, relevant legislation often includes data protection (e.g., GDPR), cybersecurity, digital services, and sector-specific regulations. | · | · | Sign up to track |
| POL3simpl programmeAssuming "Simpl programme" refers to initiatives focused on administrative simplification and reducing regulatory burden, such programmes aim to streamline processes, cut red tape, and make public services more efficient and user-friendly. They often involve digital transformation to automate procedures, improve data exchange, and enhance transparency, ultimately making it easier for citizens and businesses to comply with regulations. | · | · | Sign up to track |
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The problems this call frames, and who they affect. Your concept and plan address them.
Enterprises, particularly SMEs, face significant time, resource, and financial costs in manually navigating and complying with a multitude of EU regulations, diverting resources from innovation and growth.
Regulatory authorities struggle with the volume and inconsistency of compliance data, hindering their ability to conduct real-time monitoring, provide timely updates, and ensure effective enforcement.
There is a critical gap in widely adopted, secure, and privacy-preserving digital tools that can automate compliance processes while ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and seamless interoperability across different systems and sectors.
The dynamic nature of EU legislation makes it challenging for both businesses and regulators to keep systems updated and ensure continuous, real-time compliance without significant manual effort and potential delays.
These are the primary beneficiaries experiencing significant administrative burden from regulatory compliance, who will directly use the developed digital solutions.
These entities are responsible for setting and enforcing regulations and will benefit from automated updates, reporting, and more efficient oversight processes.
These actors will be involved in the development and integration of the solutions, contributing to and benefiting from open-source advancements and interoperability.
As ultimate beneficiaries of improved public services, reduced administrative costs for businesses (potentially leading to lower prices or more innovation), and enhanced data security and privacy.
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The long-term impacts your project should drive — this shapes the objectives next.
The project will contribute to the widespread integration and use of AI and data solutions for regulatory compliance, fostering digital transformation and innovation across key European industries.
By automating compliance processes and enabling direct communication channels, public authorities will experience improved efficiency, transparency, and responsiveness in delivering regulatory services.
The digital solutions will substantially reduce the time, effort, and resources enterprises spend on fulfilling regulatory reporting and compliance obligations, freeing up capacity for core business activities.
Through automated checks, real-time updates, and robust audit trails, the project will help enterprises proactively meet regulatory requirements, thereby minimizing the incidence of non-compliance and potential financial penalties.