Welcome to the SMERF Diagnosis Tool
Empowering SMEs for Future Readiness in Innovation, Digitalization, and Sustainability
Empowering SMEs for Future Readiness in Innovation, Digitalization, and Sustainability
The SMERF Diagnosis Tool is designed for European small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Whether you're just beginning your transformation journey or looking to enhance an existing strategy, this tool adapts to your specific needs.
This self-assessment tool enables SMEs to evaluate their current level of transformation readiness and receive a customized development roadmap based on their strengths and areas for improvement.
The SMERF tool supports the transition of SMEs – particularly those in low- and medium-tech sectors – towards future readiness. It assesses innovation capacity across four strategic transformation pillars:
Innovation Culture
Digital Manufacturing
Open Innovation 2.0 & Sharing Economy
Green & Circular Economy & Sustainability
About the Project
The SMERF Diagnosis Tool was developed as part of the SMERF – SME Ready for the Future project, a transnational initiative co-funded by the Interreg Central Europe Programme. It serves as a key component of SMERF’s integrated support services for SMEs.
By completing the SMERF self-assessment, your organization gains access to:
Your input triggers an intelligent, step-by-step analysis powered by a structured expert system. The tool maps your answers to practical, personalized recommendations grouped into three actionable categories:
Through the radar charts displayed at the end of Steps 1 and 2, the tool provides intuitive diagnostics on your company's status across each pillar and its underlying features. You'll easily see where your business is excelling—and where targeted support could drive the greatest impact.
Explore curated resources, including best practices, case studies, webinars, and success stories aligned with each transformation pillar.
Participants may become eligible for further support free of charge, including transnational study visits, specialized training, and mentoring from expert partners across Europe.
Join the SMERF community today. Complete your self-assessment to unlock your transformation potential and access targeted strategies that drive innovation, competitiveness, and sustainability.