We are proud to help over 700 customers each year with their R&D credits. We work with a variety of industries but please find below a sample. If you want to discuss your eligibility for an R&D claim then please contact us.

“We first came across Innov8 back in 2019 and they have successfully helped us with R&D claims thus far. Whilst we had heard of the R&D benefit to companies, this was the first time we delved into it and were worried about the process and how much time it would take up. Innov8 were fantastic and guided us through what was required and ensured it was as painless as possible. The amount of time put in vs the benefit is really a no brainer and we would thoroughly recommend James and his team at Innov8 to anyone considering delving into this for the first time.”

Mark, Director

“Innov8 R&D made what we thought would be a complicated and time consuming process very easy. We took it step by step, were asked all the right questions in a way we could understand and they did all the hard work meaning we didn’t have to invest any significant time on this. 28 days later we got presented with a rather large cheque back from HMRC! What’s not to love! Wonderful people and company to work with, would highly recommend them to anyone who asks”

Siobhan Freegard OBE, Founder, ChannelMum

“We were very impressed by Innov8 R&D and in particular their knowledge of our industry.  Whilst we’d looked at claiming R&D before, we hadn’t thought it particularly worthwhile.  However, with Innov8’s specialist knowledge and previous experience in our industry they were able to show us how to maximise our claim and make the process work for us; it was clear they had successfully helped several other distilleries. The process was very simple and didn’t take more than a few hours of our time to get a very good return back into our business. The true value though is understanding what areas qualify and how we can incorporate them into our strategic thinking going forward. 

I have no hesitation in recommending Innov8 to other businesses to look into their potential for R+D reimbursement, even if you’ve previously looked at it but not thought it worthwhile!”

Giles, Director

“A business partner had recommended R&D credits to us a while ago but we felt it was going to be a lot of paperwork for something that would probably not be approved.  However, the whole process with Innov8 R&D only took a few hours of our time and a couple of months later, we received the credit from the HMRC. Would highly recommend”

Adrian, Founder, Parisa Technologies Limited

“ Through their experience of working with the scheme, Innov8 R&D gave us confidence that our time was being targeted correctly.  They greatly simplified the R&D application and handled the entire process while keeping us updated throughout.  We will be happy to continue working with them in the future and will also recommend to our customers who weren’t aware they may qualify

Andy, Director, Purple Crane

“Having been approached by several companies for R&D, they all wasted my time, before telling me we were not big enough, or not trading long enough. Innov8 R&D were the only company who took the time to learn about what we do, understand how we operate and even I cannot put it into words as well as they did! 

My Accountant recommended Innov8rnd and liaised directly with them, saving me time, and leaving me to concentrate on my business and ongoing innovation. 

Knowing I can make an R&D claim every year helps me to strategise, to concentrate on growing our company, but most importantly keep innovating as that is what we love doing.  I was very negative at the beginning, due to the previous bad experiences and time is precious for a small business, yet Innov8 R&D could not have made the process any easier. I would not hesitate to recommend them and already have!”

Gary Nel, Director

“We had been approached by R&D companies before, but Innov8 were recommended to us, so we agreed to discuss our potential claim. We found their process very straight forward and it did not demand too much of our time, with us allocating all of the dealings to just one member of the team. Innov8 were very easy to work with, and in an industry with a poor reputation, they could not have done anything better. Everything was completed efficiently and Innov8 were easy to work with, so we would not hesitate to recommend them”

Chris Thomas, Director

“Having been approached by alternative R&D companies before, I was aware of the service before using Innov8rnd. Although I had hoped to look into it, being work busy and time short, I had never found the time. 

James contacted me with confidence and knowledge and as we both got along so well, this time, I decided to go ahead. 

The Innov8rnd process was unintrusive and a quick process, which when you have so many daily tasks to complete within your own business, for the work to be completed without intrusion is paramount. 

As you are impacting and sharing financial information, you need to work with someone you are comfortable with, and whom inspires confidence and we found this with Innov8.  

Because of our business, we are constantly completing R&D works and it was nice to get the cash injection back into the company. Innov8 could not have done anything better. The process was quick, easy and they took the time to get to know us and our business. I would definitely recommend them and we’re looking forward to working with them again on our next years claim.”

Chris Booker, Director

“Having been approached by many Research and Developments companies, it soon became apparent that this was something we should investigate and with the suggestion of my accountant, we spoke to James at Innov8. 

We found the communication and presentation from Innov8 to be clear and concise and they were not trying to blind us with numbers like many of the other companies and it was this approach that led us to use them. 

So many other companies were confusing and did not take the time or trouble to learn about us as a company, but Innov8 were different and they even came to visit us, which I do not believe any of the others would have. 

I was pleasantly surprised at how easy and efficient the process was. I had anticipated it to be very long winded and slow, however no time was wasted. 

Going through this process made me spend time reviewing our processes and business efficiencies differently, which without it, I would not have done, and this insight has been invaluable. 

Because of this process, I now have a greater level of analysis on my business, and I would definitely recommend Innov8 R&D”

Pete Dolby, Director

“We are cabinet makers who prototype and produce bespoke solutions for product designers and architects. We use innovative techniques to develop small batch and one off production runs for the luxury market.  

We aim to circumvent the high origination costs and tooling that apply to mass production. This enables clients to specify unit orders within viable costs.

Innov8 have helped us to access assistance that allows us to devote the maximum time to R&D for our clients. 

It surprised us how straightforward the process was, Innov8 are a pleasure to work with and very efficient.”

Dom Parish, Director

Innov8 is delighted to partner up with and be the trusted resource for over 50 accountancy firms here in the UK. R&D is often an area most of our partners don’t have the time for or even prefer to avoid if at all possible due to the complexities of what does and what doesn’t qualify. They want to work with a specialist in the field but also ensure their clients are being looked after the same way they do.

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“Innov8rnd have been supporting CBS clients with their R&D claims for the last 2 years. They go out of the way to understand the client’s business and have ensured the claims have been successful. 

The team are not aggressive in their approach and will happily take on small as well as larger claims on behalf of clients. This is reassuring as many rogue agents have entered the market. Rest assured with Innov8 you are in safe hands.”

Numan Majeed FCA Director

“Having a Partnership with Innov8 works really well for our accountancy firm, as it is paramount that we can work with company we can trust. We have liaised with a number of R&D companies on our client’s behalf, yet Innov8 are the only one we refer to. 

Having had a good initial conversation with James, it was clear we could build a good relationship and it is one we are confident in.  We are delighted with the service we receive, and the partnership is an easy one. Their good communication with the R&D claims allows us to follow their progress at every stage. 

We would not hesitate to recommend Innov8.” 

Gary Elson, Partner

“Innov8 R&D offer a very professional and quick service. We have learnt things we were not aware of in relation to R&D. We would always recommend if and when our clients require help with R&D.”

Surinder Mangat, Partner

“Innov8 R&D offer detailed and speedy client interaction. The team are efficient and get the job done seamlessly. 

I have nothing but good things to say about Innov8 and would highly recommend them to all of my clients.“

Rob Smith, Partner

“We had been considering an R&D provider for a while, as our clients were being approached, yet the pairing was vital, so we were taking our time. 

It was paramount that the partner could keep the process streamlined, that we could all get along and that they were not aggressive in their approach. 

We needed someone we could trust and whom could explain the process to our clients in a straight forward manner. So much ownership is pushed onto the accountant, it was important that our partner shared the responsibility. Fortunately, we have found a few companies to fulfill our needs and Innov8 is one. James looks after our clients, he doesn’t blind them with science or pressure them at any stage.

Innov8 upholds our reputation and enables us to offer a wider service with confidence. We’ve been impressed by the teams level of investment in our clients. 

Many of our clients sing the praises of Innov8 and we happily recommend them.”

Andrew Smith, Partner

“We came across Innov8 as they had already successfully helped one of our clients with their R&D claim and after brief discussions realised the value in partnering up with a specialist. Whilst aware of Research and Development Credits we didn’t realise actually how many of our clients would qualify and benefit from this legislation. It has been a particularly tough year for the majority of our clients so offering them another service to potentially gain either a cash and/or corporation tax benefit is absolutely the right thing to do. Innov8 gave us guidance as to which industries qualified which were a lot more than we first thought and also some marketing material to help us communicate with our client. The most important element for us is that whoever we work with looks after our clients and in innov8 they tick all the boxes in their approach and professionalism. We have already seen several of our clients benefit from their services with incredible results. I would thoroughly recommend Innov8 R&D to any firm of accountants looking to offer another value add service to their clients.”

M Phillips, Partner