NESSI-SOFT's objective is to support the work of the Technology Platform on Software and Services, to define future research agendas, by promoting and consolidating the Networked European Software and Services Initiative (NESSI). The project will provide organisational and operational support to further develop and subsequently implement the strategic vision of the NESSI, the Software and Services Technology Platform.

The project will allow large and small industry, research organisations, public authorities, financial institutions and other stakeholders across the EU to join forces and coordinate their actions for the elaboration and implementation of the Software and Services Strategic Research Agenda (SRA).

To ensure successful innovation, related structural, educational, and regulatory matters (standards, IPR, research infrastructure, training), and the creation and support of required research infrastructures will also be covered.