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More sustainable production with rented machines?

Circular service systems such as rental or sharing models focus on the satisfaction of needs instead of the sale of products. A recently published study investigated under which conditions such models offer economic and ecological advantages in the production sector and what challenges are associated with the transition.

Further development of the Vienna Business Agency's funding portfolio

In this project, the Austrian Institute for SME Research (KMU Forschung Austria) supported the reorientation of the Vienna Business Agency's funding portfolio against the background of new societal preferences, and thus policy objectives, and the dynamically evolving (business) environment.
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Difficult competitive situation in agriculture

It is becoming increasingly difficult for the agricultural sector to find seasonal workers. A new study shows that Austria is one of the countries with the highest gross wages for harvest workers in the EU, but on average the employees receive less.

Evaluation of Swiss space policy completed

Together with econcept, the Austrian Institute for SME Research evaluated the development of the institutional strategy "Swiss Space Policy 2008". For this purpose, the effectiveness of selected guidelines was assessed and the complex landscape of actors and the start-up ecosystem were analysed.

New Report

Artificial intelligence in Austrian companies

A new study examines the impact of AI technologies on jobs in industry and the financial sector in eight OECD countries. The Austrian Institute for SME Research contributed to the study and conducted the case studies for Austria.
New Data

Trade and crafts close third year in a row with a real minus

Results of the business cycle monitoring for the trade and craft sector show a real decline in turnover of 3.5% for 2022, with expectations remaining subdued.

Our areas of expertise

Since the foundation of the Austrian Institute for SME Research, studies and analyses have been carried out in several thematic areas, both on national and international level. Many of these research projects focus on the situation and development of SMEs but also consider the differences and specificities of large enterprises.

Asset 10

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

We study different forms of businesses (e.g. one-person businesses, hybrid entrepreneurs, female entrepreneurship, etc.) as well as their life cycles, business models and innovation activities.
Asset 26

Economic Sectors and Industries

The Austrian Institute for SME Research continuously monitors the economic development for numerous economic sectors and industries and has comprehensive databases at its disposal. In addition, in-depth studies are prepared on specific issues and analyses are offered at the level of sectors, regions and company sizes.
Asset 7

Evaluation and Impact Analyses

The Austrian Institute for SME Research conducts evaluations and impact analyses of measures, programmes and institutions in various policy areas at international, national and regional level.
Asset 11

Regional Analyses

We analyse economic structures, trends and location conditions of regions, and cities and countries in Europe. We also derive development perspectives and options for action as well as offer support in the design of policy measures.

Labour Market and Skills

SMEs are of central importance for the labour market. They provide the majority of jobs in Austria and Europe. From the companies' point of view, employees are probably the most important factor for competitiveness.
Asset 2

Balance Sheet Ratios and Benchmarking

The Austrian Institute for SME Research analyses the economic situation and development of all industries and sectors of the Austrian economy on the basis of comprehensive annual financial statement data.

SOME FIGURES ABOUT US

since

1954
in economic research

about

30
employees

over

80
reports and publications per year

about

80
projects per year
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