Pilot Projects with SMEs

The Business Pilot project focuses on fostering collaboration between educational institutions and business organisations through applied research projects and specialisation programmes. It elaborates on the significance of applied research in driving innovation and sustainable transformation, detailing the mutual benefits for students, professionals, SMEs, and academic institutions. Through hands-on research, participants will gain invaluable practical experience while contributing to real-world problem-solving in sustainability.

The Business Pilot Projects aim to apply new skills in real-world scenarios, while working closely with SMEs by offering resources, consultation, and engaging in research projects that help SMEs, professionals, and students incorporate innovative and sustainable concepts into their organisations. The Business Pilot Projects are developed and executed collaboratively between educational and business organisations, involving professionals, students, trainers, and researchers. This collaborative effort leverages each participant’s unique strengths, fostering an environment of learning, innovation, and sustainable development.

The Business Pilot Projects use scientific methods to directly address issues, in contrast to basic, more theoretical research. Applied research is particularly valuable for businesses, allowing them to tailor solutions to their unique challenges.

Applied Research in Business involves: Alignment with Market Needs, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation and Adaptability, Enhanced Performance

Application in Business Strategy Informed Planning includes: Guides strategic planning and efficient resource allocation, Product and Process Development, Market Insights

The types of Business Pilot Projects are the following: evaluation research, research and development (R&D) and action research

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