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06-06-2012 side 3. Three principles for the next stage of cluster programmes . Cluster programmes need to be leveraged with vigorous efforts to strengthen framework conditionsPublic support for cluster programmes needs to be based on clusters' ability and willingness to upgrade in the face of glo
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2. The ECPG’s final report Structured in two parts:
Three core principles for the next stage of cluster programmes
Eight action proposals directed at both the EU and Member State levels
Final report and consolidated PR available at: http://www.proinno-europe.eu/ecpg 06-06-2012 side 2
3. 06-06-2012 side 3
Three principles for the next stage of cluster programmes Cluster programmes need to be leveraged with vigorous efforts to strengthen framework conditions
Public support for cluster programmes needs to be based on clusters’ ability and willingness to upgrade in the face of global competition
Cluster programmes need to be delivered in an integrated policy framework with clearly assigned roles and responsibilities for the Commission and EU Member States
4. 06-06-2012 side 4
Eight proposals for action Align funding priorities in the EU budget with competitiveness
Enhance cluster-related framework conditions
Review current profile of funding recipients at EU and Member State levels
Encourage better cluster programmes at the EU Member State level
5. 06-06-2012 side 5
Eight proposals for action Streamline EU funding for clusters by creating a unified set of administrative procedures
Improve coordination of cluster programmes across DGs
Institutionalise the provision of the cluster knowledge/data base
Enhance European platforms for cluster collaboration
6. The complementary report – the consolidated set of PR Structured along four themes:
Better Support to International Cluster Cooperation
The Role of Clusters in Support of Emerging Industries
Raising the Excellence of Clusters and Cluster Organisations
Creating Better Synergies between Community Instruments for Cluster Excellence 06-06-2012 side 6
7. The complementary report – the consolidated set of PR Structured along four themes:
Better Support to International Cluster Cooperation
The Role of Clusters in Support of Emerging Industries
Raising the Excellence of Clusters and Cluster Organisations
Creating Better Synergies between Community Instruments for Cluster Excellence 06-06-2012 side 7
8. Better Support to International Cluster Cooperation – what are the problems? In general, a lack of critical mass leading to a need to link-up to other clusters to enable access to new markets, research experts and knowledge infrastructure
In particular:
Lack of structured information on clusters’ internationalisation needs and potential partners
Low capabilities for working strategically with international partners
Lack of tailored financing schemes for internationalisation activities
Lack of structured opportunities for meeting and developing relations with potential international partners (including tailored mobility schemes between cluster stakeholders) 06-06-2012 side 8
9. Three Recommendations Provide Data on the Real Cluster Landscape
Provide an open and interactive platform on which more detailed information on clusters could be registered and used by the clusters themselves
Expand statistical data available through the European Cluster Observatory to include data on performance and framework conditions, and at greater levels of disaggregation
Promote Strategic and Commercial Networking of Clusters
Offer co-funding of national programmes that allow funding of cluster participants located in other EU Member States
Improve networking of clusters within the EU and globally through financial schemes/programmes geared to commercial-collaborative projects on EU-level and internationally
Take on more focused efforts to ensure market conditions conducive to international cooperation (e.g. low administrative burdens, etc.)
Solicit the development of a toolbox for cooperation among clusters aiming at international networking and internationalisation 06-06-2012 side 9
10. Three Recommendations (continued) Promote International Mobility of Cluster Actors
Develop transnational mobility schemes for cluster actors (including companies, academia and managers)
Expand Marie Curie actions to include firm employees and cluster managers (and not just researchers)
Explore development and piloting of a European Cross-Cluster Mentoring Programme targeted at developing competencies needed in cluster management 06-06-2012 side 10
11. What is being done? 06-06-2012 side 11
Recommendations Provide Data on the Real Cluster Landscape
Provide an open and interactive platform used by the clusters themselves
Expand statistical data to include data on performance and framework conditions
Promote Strategic and Commercial Networking of Clusters
Co-fund national programmes that allow funding of cluster participants located in other MS
Improve networking of clusters within the EU and globally through financial schemes/programmes
Take on more focused efforts to ensure market conditions conducive to international cooperation
Develop a toolbox for clusters aiming at international networking and internationalisation Actions underway (ECEI) Cluster Collaboration Platform
European Cluster Observatory + new call
New call
(TACTICS) Action Area on Financing – Innovation Express
(TACTICS) ”Handbook” on International Cluster Cooperation
12. What is being done? 06-06-2012 side 12
Recommendations Promote International Mobility of Cluster Actors
Develop transnational mobility schemes for cluster actors (including companies, academia and managers)
Expand Marie Curie actions to include firm employees and cluster managers (and not just researchers)
Explore development and piloting of a European Cross-Cluster Mentoring Programme targeted at developing competencies needed in cluster management Actions underway
(TACTICS) Action Area on Better Skills for Internationalisation – Mentoring Scheme (in cooperation with ECEI)
(TACTICS) Action Area on Inter-Cluster Initiatives
(TACTICS) Action Area on International Access to Open (and User-driven) Innovation Arenas