SIRIS aims to contribute to the development of fairer, more responsible societies. For this reason, we strive to enhance the decision-making processes of public, philanthropic, and socially-oriented organisations. In particular we aim to foster a better usage of public resources, to push for a better and fairer scientific culture, and to promote more efficient systems for mobilizing knowledge in service to society.
Research and innovation (R&I) are intrinsic to our identity, activities, and mission to advance societal progress. They provide us with a clear compass that shapes our work ethos and helps us provide meaningful impact for our clients and the broader Higher Education, Research, and Innovation (HERI) ecosystem. [See R&I]
We emphasise the long-term development of the knowledge of the company by:
SIRIS Academic upholds honesty and transparency in all aspects of our work, within our organisation, in our interactions with clients, and with all parties affected by our work. When starting a new project, we are transparent with clients about what we can realistically deliver based on our expertise, values, and limitations, without exaggerating or making guarantees about final outcomes we cannot ensure.
We ensure full transparency in data collection and processing, as well as in methodological choices and analytical practices. This not only guarantees that findings are grounded in robust evidence, but allows clients to better understand the nuances and limitations of our work. Ultimately, this fosters deeper collaboration (and trust-based relationships) and leads to improved outcomes.
While we strive to fully satisfy our customers by meeting their needs and expectations, our methods are evidence-based and rely on critical thinking. This approach is central to who we are. Our client projects are not just commercial endeavours but part of a broader mission to improve higher education, research, and innovation in Europe and beyond. We do not compromise this mission for purely commercial purposes.
To protect our unique perspective, we ensure that prospective clients understand and align with our approach during the initial commercial phase. We do not engage with projects or clients that might compromise our integrity or have a negative impact on the higher education, research, and innovation ecosystem.
SIRIS promotes an open culture, striving to ensure every team member feels engaged and recognised as a valuable contributor to the company’s impact and growth. This culture enables trust and shared responsibilities and promotes cross-pollination of ideas, knowledge, and experiences.
With careful consideration of the requirements and constraints of each project, and of the organisation's overall sustainability, the SIRIS team is encouraged to embrace experimentation and measured risk-taking to ensure the services offered by the company are innovative and context-tailored.
To sustain an innovation-oriented environment, the organisation ensures that the collective knowledge and skills are not siloed. SIRIS encourages and actively facilitates knowledge exchange, such as moments of reflection and restitution within and outside project workflows.
At SIRIS, we strive for collective aims, while allowing for individual personal and professional development. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and provides equal opportunities for growth, empowering every team member to thrive and contribute their best. We value collaboration and solidarity across the team and promote a horizontal team hierarchy.
SIRIS strives to distribute projects and workloads fairly among team members, promoting co-responsibility in the planning, tracking, and achievement of outcomes, regardless of individual roles within a given project. To support this, SIRIS functions under an organisational and business model in which projects are allocated according to each team member's availability, interests and capabilities, keeping in mind the collective's wellbeing and company sustainability.
SIRIS actively explores synergies and collaborative opportunities within our ecosystem, particularly with organisations that share similar values and missions. The goal is to create equitable partnerships that amplify the reach and enhance the impact of the company’s activities. SIRIS approaches these partnerships with a spirit of generosity, prioritizing shared strategic objectives over the pursuit of profit or individual gain.
SIRIS Academic focuses on delivering high-quality services and building expertise, viewing financial profit as a means to achieve these goals, rather than an end in itself. When measuring outcomes, we measure and emphasize quality above profitability.
SIRIS Academic views financial profit as a means and not an end in itself, and ensures fair pricing. We charge industry rates, and invest what we earn in research and innovation, in order to provide the best possible responsible service to our clients. In the same vein, SIRIS Academic does not charge success fees when supporting projects such as calls for projects.These core values drive our daily work. They are the foundation upon which SIRIS operates, notably in terms of Governance, Working Environment and Research & Innovation.