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- "Private equity deals as a chance for business turnaround. Where and how did it work?" EMCC workshop report
This report presents the main issues discussed at the first workshop "Private equity deals as a chance for business turnaround. Where and how did it work?" organized by the European Monitoring Centre on Change(EMCC) in Dublin on May 14-15 2002. Invited were experts who have managed turnaround in businesses in different sectors throughout Europe and the United States.
- Case studies in the graphics and media sector
These five case studies illustrate from a company perspective to what extent information and communication technologies (ICT) are penetrating the graphics and media sector. They show how five European companies of different sizes and positions in the value chain are coping with the positive and negative effects of change. One common characteristic of the five case study firms - Gopher, Daydream, Sportnews, BBC and Børsen - is that they have all been early adopters of ICT in their processes and products.
- Defence industry - visions of the future
This article builds on the discussion in the first article on the trends and drivers likely to shape the future of the sector and the challenges it faces since the end of the Cold War. In particular, it looks at developments in the industry, such as the increasing internationalisation of production, the growing importance of IT companies within the defence sector, and the privatisation of services that were once provided by the military. The article also explores three alternative scenarios for the defence industry illustrating the decisions that need to be made, as well as the implications of these.
- Defence - challenges for the future
This third and final article in the Sector Futures series on the European defence industry sector looks at the major policy issues and challenges facing the sector. It tries to tease out some of the main factors likely to shape the industry, looking at challenges in the area of strategy and security, governance, and technology and industrial restructuring. As the article suggests some possible futures, it is more speculative than the preceding two articles.
- Diffusion of information and communication technologies and changes in skills
This paper examines the impact of increasing use of information and communication technology, especially on skills. It looks at the ICT situation in the UK during the 1980s across 25 industrial sectors. The findings show that ICT has been a major driver of skills upgrading, resulting in an increase in cognitive skills and a decrease in motor skills.
- EMERGENCE project
3-year research project into the shifts in the location of employment in ICT between EU regions and globally funded under the Information Society Technologies (IST) Programme of the European Commission's Fifth Framework Programme.
- Economic development agencies: Fostering business champions
In a seminar organised for the members of its Company Network, the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions discussed the role of economic development agencies (EDAs) in fostering business champions. The seminar was held in New Lanark, Scotland (United Kingdom), on 21-22 March 2006. Four EDAs - from the United Kingdom, Denmark, Ireland and Estonia - offered an insight into their strategies for fostering business champions and economic development. Three of the EDAs were joined in their presentations by firms that they had supported.
- European Regulators Group
The European Regulators Group (ERP) for electronic communication networks and services was set up by the European Commission in 2002. Its role is to advise and assist the Commission in consolidating the internal market in this area. It provides a mechanism for cooperation and coordination between relevant national regulatory authorities and the Commission.
- European eBusiness market watch
eBusiness W@tch is measuring eCommerce among enterprises, sectors and countries. It is a sectoral tool, monitoring and assessing the maturity of electronic business in 15 European industry sectors. The findings are published in regular sectoral reports and newsletters, while a database of key eBusiness indicators allows for sector and country comparisons. Particular emphasis is given to the SME dimension of eBusiness.
- European Audiovisual Observatory
Based in Strasbourg, France, the European Audiovisual Observatory was established in 1992 as a European public service body. Consisting of 35 member states and the European Community, it is principally concerned with the collection and dissemination of information on the audiovisual industry in Europe. Its portal provides access to reports, legal texts, publications, databases, news and bulletins.
- Europe’s Information Society portal
This European Commission portal by DG Information Society constitutes the gateway to information related to Information Society issues. Through a thematic structure, it provides links to news, projects, publications, policies and activities on all priority sub-sectors of the eEurope action plan, namely: eGovernment; eBusiness; eLearning; environment; eHealth; communications, content and research.
- European Information Technology Observatory 2002
The European Information Technology Observatory (EITO) 2002 is an annual report which provides data and analysis of ICT developments and their impact in Europe. In progressing towards the e-economy, widespread Internet use is the precondition for e-business to realise greater productivity and competitiveness, as well as new applications and new jobs.
- How to succeed as an SME in the internal market: Innovation strategies for cross-border business
In a seminar organised for members of its company network, the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions discussed the challenges faced by SMEs when operating across European borders and the role that innovation can play in facilitating this process. The seminar was held in Berlin over 28-29 June 2006, and was organised by the European Monitoring Centre on Change (EMCC) in cooperation with the Confederation of German Employer Organisations(Bundesvereinigung der Deutschen Arbeitgeberverbände, BDA); it also had the institutional support of the European Association of Craft, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (UEAPME). Four small and mediums-sized enterprises (SMEs) - Flemming & Pehrsson GmbH (Germany), Somati ( Belgium), Novol ( Poland) and Teltronic (Spain ) - presented their experiences of innovation and internationalisation, on the basis of which participants discussed the issues and challenges that European SMEs are facing.
- ICT and eBusiness in the food, beverages and tobacco industry
According to the first eBusiness Market Watch newsletter of July 2002, the EU is the world’s largest producer in the food industry. Major changes in the industry are expected from deregulation, food safety and antitrust laws, biological production and new standards for genetically modified foods. Concerning eCommerce in the industry, company websites are marketing-oriented with a limited interactivity while new eBusiness solutions for the food industry are being enforced backwards from the big retailers.
- IST 2003 conference workshops report: The opportunities ahead
This is the report of the 2003 Information Society Technologies (IST) Conference held in Milan, Italy. It addresses the opportunities and challenges resulting from: broadband and wireless applications; advanced interfaces using all the senses; grids and peer-to-peer paradigms; the move towards the nano-scale and applications of ‘ambient intelligence’. Also discussed are the challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the IST sector.
- Impact of ICT on transport and mobility (ICTRANS)
This report analyses the impact of information and communication technologies (ICT) on the optimisation and demand of transport and mobility services. Three socio-economic areas are considered: living, working and producing. Framework scenarios to 2010 and 2015 are built up to explore diverse possible impacts, complemented by an analysis of appropriate policy options.
- Information and communication technologies sector - what future?
Sector Futures are specialised, targeted reports using findings from existing foresight studies, scenario work, innovation studies and reliable data sources. December 2003 features the third and last article in the series on the future of information and communication technologies (ICT). It focuses on policy issues for the future of the sector.
- Institut de l’Audiovisuel et des Télécommunications en Europe (IDATE)
IDATE is a European consultancy which specialises in the analysis of information and communication technologies sectors. The institute conducts a wide range of studies looking at the impact of market developments, regulations and technologies on the field of telecommunications, media industries and the Internet.
- Institute of Prospective Technological Studies
The IPTS was established in Seville in 1994 and is one of the seven institutions that make up the Joint Research Centre (JRC) of the European Commission. The mission of the IPTS is to provide techno-economic analysis to support European decision makers. It monitors and analyses science and technology related developments, looking at their cross-sectoral impacts, interrelationships and implications for future policy development.
- Internet in a transition economy: Hungary case study
A comprehensive report on the telecommunications sector in Hungary, focussing on the Internet market, its origins, developments and main features in terms of content, tariffs, access and regulations. The report also reviews the degree of incorporation of information technologies in government, education, health and eBusiness activities.
- L'uso delle tecnologie dell'informazione e della comunicazione nelle imprese
A survey by the Italian national statistical office into the use of information and telecommunication technologies (ICT) in manufacturing and services companies in Italy. The study is based on surveys, which were carried out between June and November 2001 and covered all enterprises with 250 or more employees. The total number of enterprises surveyed was around 12,000.
- Le fabbriche invisibili
This study of the software industry in Italy analyses the companies involved, the employment situation and the production methods and systems in operation. It evaluates prospects for the future development of the industry. It is based on an analysis of 40 major software houses, selected on the basis of their turnover. Its main objective is to analyse and assess current production systems in Italy.
- Managing business internationalisation
In a seminar organised for members of its Company Network, the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions explored business practices in the context of companies expanding their operations to new external markets in Europe and elsewhere. The seminar 'Managing business internationalisation’ was held in Brussels, Belgium on 12-13 March 2003. Four companies from Germany, Ireland, Spain and Sweden presented their approach and experience to an audience of 35 participants representing a wide range of stakeholder groups (employers, trade unionists, government representatives, change agents and academics) from 11 EU Member States and acceding countries.
- Offshore outsourcing of business services
In a seminar organised for members of its Company Network, the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions explored corporate strategies related to the offshore outsourcing of business services. The seminar ‘Offshore outsourcing of business services - threat or opportunity?’ was held in Tallinn, Estonia, on 17-18 March 2005. Four companies - Elcoteq-Personalijuht (Estonia), Siemens Business Services (SBS, Ireland), T-Systems (Austria) and ABN AMRO (the Netherlands) - presented their company strategies and an assessment of their experiences with offshore outsourcing. In an active and lively debate, 45 participants from 16 EU Member States discussed the conditions, impact, limits and policy implications of this business strategy.
- Private equity deals as a chance for business turnaround : Where and how did it work?
This report presents the main issues discussed at the first workshop 'Private equity deals as a chance for business turnaround - where and how did it work?' organised by the European Monitoring Centre on Change (EMCC) in Dublin on 14-15 May 2002. Among the invited participants were experts who have managed turnaround in businesses in different sectors throughout Europe and the United States.
- Private equity deals as a chance for business turnaround: Where and how did it work?
This report presents the main issues discussed at the first workshop, 'Private equity deals as a chance for business turnaround - where and how did it work?', organised by the European Monitoring Centre on Change (EMCC) in Dublin on 14-15 May 2002. The participants consisted of experts who have managed turnaround in businesses in different sectors throughout Europe and the United States.
- Sector Futures: Defence industry
- TEMA database
TEMA is a bibliographic database with information on German and international publications relating to the areas of technology and management. It represents a significant data source for German industry and engineering sciences worldwide. It contains over one million documents covering seven fields, with information on technology, innovations, new products and processes and the development of companies.
- Technology Foresight Ireland
This report from the Irish Information and Communications Technologies Panel assesses the position of information and communications technology in Ireland and puts forward proposals for the next 17 years. It analyses the current impact of ICT across eight sectors, and describes and analyses the different drivers of change: changing technologies, the political climate, competitive trends, the growth of the economy and demographic trends.
- The defence industry sector - what future?
Sector Futures provides specialised reports based on the monitoring of existing foresight studies, scenario work, innovation studies and reliable data sources. June 2006 features the complete Sector Futures article series on the defence industry sector. The first article sets out to define the sector, outlining its market size, structure and employment figures, and looks at the trends and drivers shaping the sector. Subsequent articles assess these factors and review some scenario work relating to the sector’s future, before concluding with an analysis of major policy issues and challenges currently facing the defence industry in the EU.
- The future of telecommunications - still in Europe?
Anticipating change in the telecoms sector from the perspective of the broad trends and drivers of change is the theme of EMCC’s next workshop in Montpellier, France, on 26-27 May 2005. ‘The future of telecommunications - still in Europe?’ will reflect on strategies for change, and consider survival and growth within the sector during the next 10 years.
- The future of telecommunications - still in Europe?
Anticipating change in the telecoms sector, and the implications for employment, was the subject of a two-day workshop, organised by the European Monitoring Centre on Change (EMCC) in Montpellier, France, on 26-27 May 2005. Policymakers and representatives from the social partners attended the event, which benefited from significant participation from the new Member States. Led by expert speakers, the participants examined the sector’s key drivers and trends, and looked at scenarios likely to shape future development. Assessing the possible implications for the industry’s structure, as well as for employment and working conditions, the workshop highlighted a number of issues for private and public sector actors.
- The reNEWed economy: Business for a dynamic Europe. The UNICE Benchmarking Report 2001
A review of information and communications technologies and the implications of their spread on the economy and producers
- World Information Technology and Services Alliance
The World Information Technology and Services Alliance (WITSA) is the global association of the IT industry. Founded in 1978 as the World Computing Services Industry Association, in 2004 it represents 60 national industry associations accounting for more than 90% of the world market. WITSA is the global voice of the industry, pursuing its interests with international organisations.
- eEurope+: Final progress report
The eEurope+ Action Plan is a collective action launched in 2001 by the then 13 candidate countries, mirroring the same priority objectives and targets as the eEurope Action Plan launched in 2000. The report summarises progress made under eEurope+ and makes recommendations for the future. All new Member States have made significant progress in ICT infrastructure and usage since 2001 but they are still well below the current average level of the EU15 Member States.
EMCC is a project of the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions.
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