Insights
Evidence and insight on innovation in Irish industry.
Research, member stories and practical analysis from IRDG — the annual Ireland's Innovation Index with KPMG, experience from member companies, and updates from the team.
Ireland's Innovation Index
The annual evidence base for innovation in Irish industry.
By IRDG and KPMG. The 2026 edition drew 587 responses on RDI investment, incentives, priorities and the barriers shaping decisions.
In this section
Where to look.
Ireland's Innovation Index
Annual evidence on how companies in Ireland invest, innovate and grow — every edition, method and finding.
Explore the Index →Member stories
How member companies use the network — in their own words, from verified member quotations to full stories.
Read member stories →Resources and downloads
Eight documents: four Innovation Index editions, three policy submissions and the Department of Finance Compass. Nothing gated.
Browse resources →The monthly briefing
Funding deadlines, event dates and one useful idea to put to work — once a month.