In what way does an agency add value? – The Programme Cycle

Most innovation and research funding agencies channel their funding support through the implementation of RTDI-programmes (i.e. Research, Technology, Development and Innovation). Hence, the skill by which these programmes are designed and carried out determines how effective an agency is. And the ability to add value to clients and innovation systems is perhaps the most important way an agency can prove its effectiveness and justify its existence. The figure below illustrates some abilities that add value during the execution of different phases of a programme’s life cycle.

<< back | continue >>