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The Austrian Institute for SME Research specialises in social and economic research with a focus on SMEs.

The Austrian Institute for SME Research is an independent non-university research institute in the field of applied economics and social sciences. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are a core area of our research activities.

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iWaterCheck

ACR's iWaterCheck project is developing a simple and efficient audit method that enables SMEs to reduce their water consumption. The survey of water demand and the identification of optimization potential are central elements of the water audit.
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Tracking the diversity of One-Person-Enterprises

Based on a quantitative survey, the study identifies different types of One-Person-Enterprises, examines hybrid One-Person-Enterprises and analyses their resilience.

The Missing Entrepreneurs 2021

The biennial report “The Missing Entrepreneur” examines policies and programmes in the field of inclusive entrepreneurship - entrepreneurship of youth, women, seniors, unemployed, migrants and people with disabilities - in Europe.

Enterprise Training Strategies

The OECD study, conducted in 5 EU countries, provides in-depth insights into the training strategies of European companies through 100 qualitative case studies.

Industry Reports

The Industry Monitor provides important indicators and qualitative information on current developments, trends, opportunities and risks for almost 60 sectors on a quarterly basis. All included facts & figures have recently been updated.

New SME data

99.6 % of all enterprises are SMEs. They employ more than 2 million people. Further current SME data can be found here.

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.

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
projects per year

about

60
contributions to events p.a.
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