Retail and Wholesale projects that may qualify for R&D tax relief include:
- Implementation of new stock or enterprise software;
- Use of analytics to improve ecommerce online;
- Installing automated systems for materials handling;
- Improving existing processes through new technology;
- Introducing more durable or durable eco-friendly packaging;
- New materials in products e.g. smart fabrics for the fashion/textile industry;
- Optimising materials in products that are lighter, thinner, stronger, brighter or cheaper, or;
- Use of devices, mobile or tablet technology to improve its operational efficiency.