Innovation, science and technology (IST) development is essential for governments and businesses to maintain a competitive edge, particularly with the ongoing globalisation and EU-enlargement. But the effects of IST developments are not only affecting these environments, they also play an important role in the day to day life of citizens. For IST developments have changed the way they receive education and information. The Internet has become a household word. All these developments have far-reaching consequences for the economic and social landscape of the future.

Expertise 
We work closely with governments, companies and institutions to build an understanding of how IST will impact upon people, firms and communities, as well as how it can be harnessed to build knowledge of policies and initiatives. We assist in this process by performing research and consultancy in the field of IST policy, which provides our clients with a solid base for their decisions, policy and strategy development, insights into opportunities offered and the changing environment as a result of IST.

Areas of work

• IST policy and strategy in relation to social and economic development (from local to European scale)
• IST policy in relation to energy, environment and sustainable development
• IST policy in relation to transport, infrastructure and logistics
• E-learning, E-health, E-government
• Internet governance