Time is running out to take advantage of the special offer for Global Expert - a subsidised Government service to help businesses overcome R&D challenges.

Global Expert is a subsidised Government service provided by TechNZ to help businesses overcome challenges associated with research and development. It connects businesses to the best people with the right skills at all stages of the innovation cycle - from conception to commercialisation.

Companies that engage Global Expert by 30 April 2010 can receive funded expert fees (up to $2,000 plus GST) and can apply for more expert funding on a matched 50/50 basis.

When a company engages an expert found through Global Expert, TechNZ will fund the first $2000 of the expert's fees. This offer is available to businesses who meet TechNZ criteria. So crack those challenges and get back to the office with the world’s best on your team, ready to turn those ideas into profitable opportunities!