This document summarizes a workshop on the Horizon 2020 program held in Brussels in 2014. The workshop included presentations from the European Commission and others on the structure and goals of Horizon 2020, focusing on supporting innovation and addressing societal challenges. Key points included that Horizon 2020 aims to link research investment to economic growth, take a challenge-based approach, and streamline the application and funding process. However, some participants raised concerns about the complexity of the administration and whether simplification truly benefits all.