Innovation, competitiveness and sustainability

IDEA, your partner in policy assessment, development and implementation

Innovation is a critical ingredient of competitiveness and sustainable growth. IDEA has strong references in monitoring, assessing, designing and implementing policies that aim at optimising the impact of innovation on society. Our experts support policy-makers, public bodies and companies in fields such as science, technology and industrial policy, new technologies deployment, skilled human capital or the competitive position of industrial sectors. Our support services range from desk research and evidence-based study work to strategic coaching and network coordination.

Technology Deployment & Industrial Modernisation
Technology Deployment & Industrial Modernisation

IDEA Consult has completed several studies related to KETs, technology deployment, collaboration networks of technology centres in the field of KETs with one-stop shop access for SMEs, as well as formulated policy recommendations for the high-level working group on KETs.
Sectoral Intelligence & Competitiveness
Sectoral Intelligence & Competitiveness

Do you ever wonder about the profitability & productivity of the companies in your sector, and how they perform in comparison with others? Or about the shifts taking place within the value chain in your sector? Or maybe about the economic importance of new clusters or activities in your sector?
Impact & Evaluation of Innovation Policy
Impact & Evaluation of Innovation Policy

Joint research centres, open innovation systems, university-based incubators and accelerators, incorporation of SSH in innovation policy,… Over the last 20 years, R&D&I policy has evolved rapidly and innovation ecosystems have grown in complexity.