CAPITAL INNOVATION POINT - SERBIA

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This proposal addresses the actual and current needs within Serbia's ecosystem identified by the partners. The challenges faced by start-ups and MSMEs include limited support available to specific business initiatives within the ecosystem, limited access to finance, absence of networking and internationalization of operations. This proposal outlines three key objectives: - To resolve concrete technology issues in companies and other entities and enhance their development through professional support and promotion of cooperation with the R&D sector. - To increase knowledge, capacities and competencies of companies and institutions in business and technology area. - To enhance cooperation in all directions – B2B, stakeholder cooperation, international networking and cooperation – and facilitate access to finance for MSMEs. The entire outlay of the project is closely aligned with the objectives of the call for proposals, national and EU level strategies, current efforts by Serbian government. The EDIH point will focus on specific technologies: AI, high performance computing, cybersecurity and digital skills. The proposal also demonstrates alignment with other program outcomes and deliverables including: testing before investing, training and skills development, support to find investments, networking and access to innovation ecosystems. The action plan is structured into four work packages: WP1 CONCEPTS, where the partners will support concrete technology solutions, testing and joint initiatives of MSMEs; WP2 KNOWLEDGE, where training and capacity building will be implemented; WP3 NETWORKING AND FINANCING where platforms for cooperation and concrete support in networking and contacts with financiers will be provided; WP0 MANAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATION as a horizontal measure. The consortium's composition is highlighted as ensuring efficient implementation and sustainability, with all partners possessing solid track records and competencies relevant to the project.