Good arguments from theory and practice
The close link between scientific research and practical experience deriving from the cluster projects characterize the key competence of the initiative. The rapid information transfer of current research findings to existing clusters, cluster managers and corporate networks is an ultimate feature. Project management skills, technical expertise and experience in various industries enable the execution of ambitious projects.
Starting with the first contact, the cluster initiative supports prospective members by giving best-practice examples and offering innovative workshop concepts. Specially tailored individual trainings for cluster managers are available, including valuable suggestions and recommendations for the implementation of cluster work, regardless of a manager’s experience in cluster work.
Existing networks are analysed and studies are made, for example in applying for promotion. Independent analyses of a cluster’s structure reveal weaknesses in the network as well as sources of sustainable optimization. Moreover, clusters are supported throughout their entire life cycle from initiation of the growth phase to the implementation of a sustainable organizational structure. In addition, a guideline is provided that facilitates the formulation of the vision and mission.
Our services include:
Initiation:
- Identification of possible clusters
- Identification of funding opportunities
- Support for the creation of clusters and cluster initiatives
- Assistance in applying for subsidies
Development:
- Training for cluster managers
- Implementation of technical projects
- Evaluation of processes and cluster organizations
- The development and establishment of cooperation platforms (e.g. online platform)
- Integration into the cluster community
Evaluation:
- Quality and cluster tests
Professional evaluation including comprehensive reports - Cluster Mapping
- Measurements of value and competitive advantages for member companies in the cluster
Our references
We support projects and studies with high practical relevance and cooperate with various institutions around the world
- IT-Cluster Study
- Survey on the industrial production in Germany
- Hesse, Germany as location of industry, development and marketing of the cooperation between manufacturing and service industry
- Aviation working group
- MORO study on the bioscience cluster (Rhine-Main area)
- Concept Partner "House of logistics and mobility" (Frankfurt on the Main)
