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| Author: | Nauwelaers, C. Wintjes, R. |
| Title: | Innovating SMEs and Regions: The Need for Policy Intelligence and Interactive Policies |
| Journal: | Technology analysis & strategic management
2002 : JUN, VOL. 14:2, p. 201-216 |
| Index terms: | INNOVATION POLICY POLICY IMPLEMENTATION ANALYTICAL REVIEW |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | Based on the empirical findings achieved through comparative research involving 40 innovation policy instruments from 11 European regions, this paper proposes a shift in rationale and in the broad orientations of innovation policy to focus on addressing SMEs in their regional context. The main role for innovation policy, which aims to increase the capacity of a region and the capabilities of its SMEs to innovate, is to foster interactive learning within the firms and within the region. This calls for an interactive mode of policy intervention. The paper deals also with the question of how to build a coherent portfolio of policy instruments, taking into account both regional situations and specific SMEs needs in terms of innovation. |
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