Key Conclusions from Ottawa

Perhaps the conference consensus can distilled into 9 points suggested by Elisabeth Rocha and the expert panel.

1. We are using a common vocabulary thanks to the White Book
2. Clustering is ever more important for SME's
3. Clusters are not just about transferring knowledge
4. Cluster policies are a good framework to bring about change
5. Universities don't make clusters but can be a catalyst
6. Clusters and innovation systems are complementary
7. Cluster policies are best organised at local level
8. The focus of attention has to be context specific
9. Agreement on the success factors of cluster initiatives

Details are available in Elisabeth's summary presentations of the white book and the conference.

You can also find a selection of Photos taken during the conference on the conference website.

Presentations are available for members only in the program part of the website. You will have to login on the main website to access them.