JOST Improves High-tech Certification with BASSETTI Support

Company Profile

JOST is a global market leader in the commercial vehicle industry. As a pioneer in efficient, safe, and innovative systems for trucks and trailers, JOST develops and manufactures key components including fifth-wheel couplings, landing gear, kingpins, and turntables.

Project Background – Improving HTE Certification Success

JOST had already completed several cycles of High-tech Enterprise (HTE) certification applications. However, with changing policies and the company’s continuous development, JOST sought a partner with stronger professional expertise to further improve application quality and reduce potential risks.

When selecting a service provider, JOST focused on several key requirements:

• Professional knowledge of HTE certification and R&D super-deduction policies

• Ability to identify and reduce application risks

• Capability to support project implementation, not only document preparation

• Strong understanding of technical and financial requirements

• After comprehensive evaluation, JOST chose BASSETTI to support its HTE certification and R&D management improvement.

BASSETTI’s Approach – Professional Audit and Process Optimization

BASSETTI worked closely with JOST to review certification materials, optimize technical documentation, and improve the connection between R&D activities, technical achievements, and supporting evidence.

The project covered:

• Professional review of HTE application documents

• Optimization of R&D project descriptions

• Improvement of technical documentation quality

• Support for R&D expense management processes

• Identification and reduction of certification risks

Unlike traditional consulting support focused only on material preparation, BASSETTI actively participated in project coordination, document organization, and application logic optimization.

“Many service providers just ‘help prepare materials,’ but BASSETTI truly drives the project forward.”

Project Challenges and Solutions

Ensuring Professional Compliance

HTE certification requires a strong understanding of both technical innovation activities and related policies. BASSETTI’s consultants provided professional guidance throughout the process, helping JOST align its documentation with certification requirements.

“The BASSETTI team has a deep understanding of HTE certification and R&D super-deduction policies. During discussions, they quickly provide professional advice on most issues.”

Improving Documentation Quality

Technical documents often require multiple rounds of verification to ensure accuracy and consistency. BASSETTI supported JOST by reviewing details, following up on missing information, and improving document completeness.

“The biggest impression is their ‘attention to detail.’ Much of the technical documentation requires repeated verification, and sometimes even a small detail needs multiple rounds of communication.”

Driving Efficient Project Execution

BASSETTI provided more than consulting recommendations by actively supporting project progress, coordinating information collection, and helping optimize the overall application structure.

“They proactively get involved in aspects such as project pacing, document coordination, technical data organization, and application logic optimization.”

BASSETTI Advantages

Professional Expertise

BASSETTI’s experience with HTE certification and R&D management enables companies to better understand policy requirements and strengthen their innovation documentation.

Attention to Detail

Through detailed review and continuous communication, BASSETTI helps ensure that every important technical point is properly documented and supported.

Strong Responsibility and Service Mindset

BASSETTI consultants work closely with internal teams to reduce workload and ensure smooth project execution.

“Our technical team usually works at a fast pace, so collecting and organizing technical documentation is often not easy. But BASSETTI's consultants patiently follow up, supplement, and verify information repeatedly.”

Benefits from This Project

Through collaboration with BASSETTI, JOST achieved several improvements:

• Improved certification readiness: Enhanced the quality and consistency of HTE application materials.

• Reduced application risks: Strengthened compliance through professional auditing and review.

• More standardized R&D management: Improved processes for managing R&D expenses and technical documentation.

• Higher internal efficiency: Reduced communication costs through structured project coordination.

Future Plan

Following this successful collaboration, JOST will continue optimizing its R&D management processes and strengthening its preparation for future science and technology projects.

BASSETTI will continue supporting JOST in maximizing the value of its R&D investments through professional certification consulting, compliance optimization, and structured innovation management.

Conclusion

The collaboration between JOST and BASSETTI demonstrates how professional auditing and structured R&D management can help companies improve their HTE certification success rate.

By combining policy expertise, technical understanding, and project execution capabilities, BASSETTI provides reliable support for enterprises seeking to transform innovation efforts into measurable business value.