Write an Effective Project Plan – Step 3

Step 3: Write an Effective Project Plan

A compelling grant application is only as strong as the delivery plan that underpins it. To convince assessors that your innovation is both viable and fundable, you must write an effective project plan that clearly outlines how you will bring your idea to life, from concept to commercialisation.

This is the point where ambition must meet execution. Whether you are applying for funding from Innovate UK, Horizon Europe, or the EIC Accelerator, your project plan must demonstrate a well-structured, achievable roadmap. It should be realistic, technically sound, and aligned with your wider strategic goals.

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How to Write an Effective Project Plan

A well-structured project plan is one of the most critical components of a successful grant application. Funders want to see that your innovation is not only ambitious, but also deliverable. In this section, we guide you through how to write an effective project plan that balances technical detail, realistic timelines, strong team structure, and risk awareness and is all aligned to the expectations of Innovate UK, Horizon Europe, and other major funders.

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Not to be missed - 2025 Global Grants Guide

The FI Group’s International Grants Guide 2025 is a comprehensive reference for businesses and institutions looking to leverage public funding opportunities worldwide. Covering over a dozen countries, the guide breaks down national and regional schemes that support R&D, innovation, energy efficiency, sustainability, and industrial transformation.

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When You Write an Effective Project Plan

Even the strongest innovations can be let down by a weak delivery plan. Assessors expect detail, structure, and realism. Below are five of the most common mistakes applicants make when trying to write an effective project plan and how to avoid them.

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