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Supply chain technology - R&D Tax Benchmark

What proportion of total business expenses do Australian supply chain technology typically claim as R&D under the RDTI?

Typical range
15–50%
Direct (core) R&D as % of expenses
Elevated but plausible
up to 70%
Still defensible with strong evidence
Unusual - review carefully
> 85%
May still be valid; expect AusIndustry scrutiny
Supporting R&D
3–12%
Indirect / supporting activities

What drives R&D intensity in this sector

Planning, forecasting and visibility platform R&D behave like SaaS.

Sector disclaimer

Consulting and integration revenue should be carved out from core R&D.

ATO & AusIndustry context

Off-the-shelf forecasting package configuration is not R&D.

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Educational benchmark only - not an eligibility test or tax advice. Final eligibility depends on whether your activities meet the s.355-25 / s.355-30 core and supporting R&D definitions and is determined by AusIndustry on registration.