The final report of the fi-compass 2024 survey presents the feedback received from practitioners on the impact and relevance of the fi-compass platform. The survey results provide valuable insights into how fi-compass continues to support the implementation of financial instruments under shared management funds during the 2021–2027 programming period. With a high satisfaction rating (Net Promoter Score of 57), the findings confirm that fi-compass remains a key source of technical knowledge, practical guidance, and peer learning for practitioners.

This factsheet presents a model financial instrument that combines equity with grants to strengthen competitiveness and innovation across EU Member States. It outlines how managing authorities can use ERDF resources to bridge financing gaps for innovative enterprises, particularly start-ups and early-stage companies, while leveraging private investment and creating a supportive environment for scaling innovation.