• Company : Savoir-faire Linux
• Activity :GNU/Linux Integration Solutions
• Address : 7275 Saint-Urbain, Bureau 306 – Montreal (Quebec) H2R 2Y5
• Workforce : 28 employees
• Annual revenue : $1.8 million CAD
• Service provided : SR&ED tax credit
• Testimonial by Mr. Cyrille Béraud, President

Our company and the challenges it faces

“Savoir-faire Linux, a company founded in 1999, offers GNU/Linux integration solutions as well as training services for these software products. Owing to its expertise and know-how, it is a prime ally in implementing new free software technologies. Savoir-faire Linux has developed an advanced innovation research policy in order to continually improve the performance of the technological solutions it provides.”

It was Becoming Essential that we Call on an Expert in the Financing of R&D Projects

“My associate communicated with Leyton. At first, we performed applied research, notably in mathematics for projects based on knot theory. We did not really believe we were eligible, but Leyton’s consultant provided assistance for producing our claim.”

Solutions

Recognized Professionalism

“Leyton’s consultant was very patient and was able to adapt to our organization. Together, we assessed the projects eligible for the SR&ED tax credit. We had complete confidence in him for the selection of specific projects.
The expert then took care of elaborating the technical documentation. He then prepared us for the possibility of an administrative verification with training and coaching sessions including simulations.”

“To dispel uncertainty regarding the eligibility of the selected projects, a Federal inspector verified the scientific and technical nature of certain projects and we obtained a sizeable tax credit.”

Benefits

An Assignment with High Added Value Generating Cash Flow

“In the first year, we obtained a large tax credit which made it possible for us to invest, notably during the critical period of the Internet bubble. We were a small company and Leyton provided assistance during this period of growth.”

Rewarding Solutions for our Company

“Leyton’s consultant was extremely rigorous and helped us redefine the terms of our projects. In addition, the technical report he elaborated enabled us to give some thought to the processes used during our research activities in order to meet the requirements of the ISO 9001 standard. Leyton gave us tools to improve the organization of our company, making it possible for us to obtain this international certification.”