certification
Innobiz
Selection of technologically innovative small and medium-sized enterprises
1. What is INNOBIZ?
Innobiz (Innovation + Business) is a company that secures competitiveness based on technological superiority. Technology-innovative small and medium-sized enterprisesIt means.
Selected by the Minister of SMEs and Startups in accordance with the “Act on Promotion of Technology Innovation in Small and Medium Enterprises”,
It is a system that certifies whether a company possesses 'future growth potential' and a 'technological innovation system' rather than simply current sales.
2. Selection Criteria
1. Application Qualifications
• Target companies: Small and medium-sized enterprises according to Article 2 of the Small and Medium Enterprise Basic Act
• Karma restrictions: At least 3 years of work experience as of the application date (When converting from a sole proprietorship to a corporation, personal business experience can be combined in the case of a comprehensive transfer of the same industry)
• Excluded industries: Delinquent, bankrupt, speculative, or closed businesses, etc.
• Required data: Financial statements for the past three years (settlement reports including R&D investment status are required)
2. Areas of application
Innobiz mainly acquires technology-intensive industries, such as the following, depending on the company's core technology and industry.
• Manufacturing: Traditional and advanced manufacturing, including machinery, metals, electronic components, and chemicals
• IT/Software: Platform development, AI, big data, information security, etc.
• Bio/Medical: Pharmaceuticals, medical devices, healthcare technology, etc.
• Environment/Energy: Renewable energy, carbon emission reduction technology, etc.
• Construction/Services: Technology-integrated construction methods, knowledge services, etc.
Innobiz procedures
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1Online Self-Diagnosis (Pre-Evaluation)
Passing Criteria: 650 points or higher out of 1,000
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2Entering the Technology Business Plan (Documentation)
Key contents: Overview of core technologies, technological differentiation, market status, future sales plans, R&D promotion system, etc.
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3Korea Technology Finance Corporation (KIBO) On-site Evaluation (Main Audit)
Passing Criteria: 700 points or higher in the Technology Innovation Evaluation and B or higher in the Technology Business Evaluation
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4Final selection
Issuance of a certificate from the Ministry of SMEs and Startups
Key Benefits
Innobiz certification is an “R&D-centered company.”
Being a strong label provides you with practical benefits such as:.
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Finance/Guarantee
Technology Guarantee Fund guarantee fee rate reduced by 0.2%p, guarantee limit expanded, and interest rate preferential treatment
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Tax support
Exemption from capital area acquisition tax overtaxation, deferral of regular tax audits (3 years in local areas, 2 years in the capital area)
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R&D/Human Resources
Additional points awarded to the Ministry of SMEs and Startups' R&D projects, priority patent review, and selection as a military service designated company
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Sales channels/exports
Additional points for entering the public procurement market, additional points for the global small and medium-sized enterprise development project, and support for entering public shopping malls.
Why You Need a Professional Administrative Scrivener
Innobiz is not a simple 'administrative procedure', but a 'technology value assessment'.
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1. Indicator Management
Even if you've been in business for three years, you may be disqualified if your R&D investment ratio or patent performance is insufficient. The administrative scrivener will conduct a pre-application assessment and suggest strategies to address any shortcomings.
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2. Completeness of evidence
During on-site evaluations, supporting materials (organizational charts, research notes, manuals, etc.) requested by the evaluation committee must be set up perfectly in accordance with legal and administrative standards.
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3. Role of agent
As a nationally certified professional, administrative scriveners handle complex document preparation and procedures on behalf of businesses, drastically reducing the time and cost of CEOs and staff.
For companies in the growth phase with more than three years of business experience, Innobiz is not an option, but a necessity.
However, due to errors in self-diagnosis or lack of logic in the technology business plan,
There are quite a few companies that suffer defeat in on-site evaluations.
It doesn't stop at simply obtaining certification,
To enable our companies to gain a strong advantage in government-supported projects and procurement markets.
A reliable partner who draws a roadmap for growth togetherI will be.
December 28, 2025
Seum Administrative Attorney Firm
Written by: Sangyoon Kim, Administrative Scrivener
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the difference between Innobiz and venture business certification?
A: While venture certification focuses on the technological prowess and growth potential of start-up companies in their early stages,
Innobiz is A growing company with more than 3 years of business experienceThis system of ‘technological innovation‘ and ‘sustainability’ are given special attention.
