Approach of competence networks

The competence networks for the research projects are generally made up of seven partner companies and limited in time to approximately 12 to 15 months. When the competence network is launched, a project plan is coordinated with the partner companies. This comprises a combination of lectures by selected professors and industry representatives, the exchange of experience among the partner companies as well as analyses and the preparation of solutions for specific topics. Every competence network is accompanied by a consultant from the Institute for Growth and Innovation.

The advantages of competence networks for the participating partner companies are:

• Joint development of solutions to concrete challenges
• Transfer of know-how to the partner companies
• Moderated exchange of experience between the partner companies
• Access to current research results for the partner companies