EMDESK® Proposal Writing and Project Management Platform for research projects in the EU Seventh Framework Programme (FP7)

The EMDESK project management tool is a secure, state-in-the-art, web-based collaboration and project management application providing a comprehensive set of tools to make proposal writing, project administration and reporting easier for the entire consortium. EMDESK is the only tool providing an integrated solution for collaborative proposal writing and effective project management throughout the entire life cycle of European Union Framework Programme research projects.

EMDESK is FP7-specific and designed to support project coordinators and researchers in the creation of project proposals, adaptation of the Technical Annex during the negotiation phase, administration of project execution, provision of updated descriptions of work (DoW) to complement amendments during project changes and creation of the many reports that have to be submitted throughout a project.

Take advantage of an extensive Proposal Writing and Project Management Tool for efficiency and work-flow enhancements of your research activities in FP7.

The EMDESK products

The EMDESK Proposal Preparation and Project Management Platform offers integrated support for each research project phase:

The EMDESK Proposal Preparation & Management Module The EMDESK Proposal Preparation Module makes planning, structuring and writing of FP7 proposals efficient, fast and reliable. The application offers a set of features that support the consortium at the project idea and proposal phase. Without any further data input, proposal information can be exported to the Technical Annex or modified according to further requirements. The EMDESK® Proposal Preparation Module is free of charge for the whole consortium.

The EMDESK Project Implementation and Management Module Based on the approved Description of Work, the EMDESK Project Implementation & Management Module offers an unprecedented array of support for controlling, reporting and collaboration. The application keeps your project on track - meet the many deadlines, control costs and resources, and supply reports and deliverables accurately and on time to the European Commission.

From Proposal Writing to Project Management

EMDESK offers an extensive range of features that project co-ordinators and partners have long been seeking. From proposal preparation, project management and control, to reporting, collaborative editing, communications and groupware features, EMDESK® provides everything you need for clear and efficient collaboration in FP7 projects.

Integrated and consistent solution

EMDESK® uniquely keeps all information from the start, in the Proposal Preparation Module, until the end of a project life cycle, in the Project Implementation & Management Module, without media break or the necessity to re-enter data in a later phase of the project.

Correct and reliable

Employ Best Practice methodology and an efficient work flow - EMDESK® is developed in close cooperation with experienced FP7 coordinators. The application is in full accordance with the FP7 guidelines providing correct calculations and complete information for meeting the EC requirements.

Secure and confidential

EMDESK® is committed to provide the highest standard of security, confidentiality and reliability. The application is built on a secure architecture with strict physical and legal data-protection rules.

Communicate and collaborate

Designed to provide a one-tool solution throughout all phases, EMDESK® facilitates collaboration, feedback and approval among project partners. EMDESK® comes up with an extensive document management system, messaging function, group and mail distribution management, internal project calendar and forum.