Archive for the 'Innovation Measurement' Category

Science, Technology and Innovation in Europe

science-technology-and-innovation-in-europe.jpgThis publication of Eurostat demonstrates, with the aid of the relevant statistics, the progress made in recent years on research, development and innovation activities. Statistics on high-tech industries and knowledge-based services, patents and human resources in science and technology are also widely used to complete the picture. Continue reading…

The 2008 Silicon Valley Index

The 2008 Silicon Valley IndexSilicon Valley experienced a sixth consecutive year of productivity gains in 2007 that surpassed previous highs from the dot com boom, but the growth spurt is offset by economic instability, according to the 2008 Silicon Valley Index released by Joint Venture: Silicon Valley Network and Silicon Valley Community Foundation. The Index, published annually since 1995, measures the strength of the region’s economy and the health of the community. Continue reading…

Innovation in Greece: Explanation of a Paradox?

innovation-in-greece.jpg The 2007 European Innovation Scoreboard Thematic Paper by Arundel A., Kanerva M., Van Cruysen D., and Hollanders H. (2007) Innovation Statistics for the European Service Sector, Pro Inno Europe, shed light to the diverting performance of Greece in the fields of innovation and growth-productivity-profitability. Continue reading…

Science, technology and innovation in Europe

Science, technology and innovation in Europe, a Eurostat pocketbookThis publication presents statistical data and indicators based on a number of data sources available at Eurostat (mainly related to science, technology, innovation and regions). It provides the reader with statistical information to appreciate the evolution and composition of science and technology (S&T) in Europe and its position with regard to its partners. Continue reading…

Denmark’s Entrepreneurship Index 2006

Denmark’s Entrepreneurship Index 2006The Index presents a comprehensive mapping and evaluation of entrepreneurship in Denmark. It built on data for a range of OECD countries and identifies Danish strengths and weaknesses as an entrepreneurial nation. Continue reading…

A U.S. Official Measure of Innovation

measuring-innovation.gifIn her latest article in Business Week, Helen Walters is presenting a Federal Register notice, issued by U.S. Commerce Dept. which formalizes key questions regarding the measurement of Innovation in enterprises. Continue reading…

The Global Information Technology Report

gitr_2007_cover_image.jpgSince it was first launched in 2001, The Global Information Technology Report, a World Economic Forum initiative, has become a valuable and unique benchmarking tool to determine national ICT strengths and weaknesses, and to evaluate progress. It also highlights the continuing importance of ICT application and development for economic growth. Continue reading…

Benchmarking Economic Transformation in USA

neweconomy07.jpgMassachusetts, New Jersey, Maryland, Washington and California top the list of states that are leading an economic transformation in adapting to an increasingly global-, knowledge- and innovation-based New Economy, according to “The 2007 State New Economy Index”, released by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation and the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF). Continue reading…

European Innovation Scoreboard 2006

Summary Innovation Index (SII) and trends. Click to enlargeThis is the sixth edition of the European Innovation Scoreboard (EIS). The Nordic countries and Switzerland continue to be the innovation leaders worldwide, while many of the new Member States are steadily catching up with the EU average. These are some of the main findings of the European Continue reading…

National differences in innovation behaviour

The 3rd Community Innovation Survey reveals significant differences among countries in terms of innovation performance. The paper of Abramosky, Jaumandreu et al. focuses on 4 countries (France, Spain, Germany and UK) and analyses country-specific and sector-specific differences to explain this innovation pattern. Continue reading…