Regions, business locations and countries have very different economic structures, development dynamics and specific framework conditions. The global division of labour and technological change can further intensify regional divergences. The Austrian Institute for SME Research investigates economic structures, trends and location conditions of regions, cities or even countries in Europe, derives development perspectives and options for action and offers support in the design of policy measures.
This research project analyses territorial patterns and performance of SMEs in Europe and investigates factors and driving forces for SME development at regional level. To this end the research utilizes comprehensive statistical data as well as in-depth case studies of diverse territories in the EU. The study then looks at what can be learned in terms of effective territorial strategies fostering SMEs in different types of regions.
The Austrian Institute for SME Research has assisted the government of Upper Austria in redesigning their labour market strategy with a focus on supply of skilled labour.
This technical assistance project contributes to the development of the SME sector in Kosovo through a set of specific support actions.
Austrian Development Agency (ADA)
2016/03
Christina Enichlmair
More InfoThis study aims to develop an up-to-date inventory of the ICT sector in Vienna and to identify opportunities to advance the region to an “innovation leader”.
Municipal Department 23 - Economic Affairs, Labour and Statistics (MA 23)
2017/12
Peter Kaufmann
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