CENTIVE Misson & Objectives Clusters

Clusters

To identify and evaluate the sources of competitiveness in new technology industries by studying the structure, dynamics and evolution of clusters and related networks, and to foster creative solutions to the managerial and organisational challenges of managing these relationships. This includes:

The role of clusters in stimulating and supporting innovation, through the interaction of people, firms, higher education, and industry institutions.
The interaction of related sectors within and across clusters.
The impact on clusters of globalization and national systems of innovation.
Changing patterns of industry organization and supply chain relationships, including the impact of e-business.
Relationships between clusters in London, and with the rest of the UK, Europe and other global centres.