This study describes the links between investments in Information and Communication Technologies and economic development at regional level, with particular emphasis on the strategy "Digital Agenda for Europe" and the contribution of Structural Funds. It is based on an in-depth analysis of seven...

This study describes the links between investments in Information and Communication Technologies and economic development at regional level, with particular emphasis on the strategy "Digital Agenda for Europe" and the contribution of Structural Funds. It is based on an in-depth analysis of seven...

This study explores the specific challenges faced by SMEs and SME support entities when they access and take advantage of funding made available through the Cohesion Policy. On the basis of a literature review, six case studies, an e-survey and in-depth interviews, this study tries to identify...

This study explores the specific challenges faced by SMEs and SME support entities when they access and take advantage of funding made available through the Cohesion Policy. On the basis of a literature review, six case studies, an e-survey and in-depth interviews, this study tries to identify...

This note provides an overview and assessment of the ex-ante conditionalities, fulfilment criteria and delivery mechanisms outlined in the draft Common Provisions Regulation adopted by the European Commission. It encompasses relevant programme management phases and illustrates the roles of the...

This study analyses the rational, features and the conditions under which a more result/performance-oriented delivery system for Cohesion Policy, based on the use of performance indicators, and, potentially, of incentive mechanisms, can be designed and implemented along the different phases of...

This study analyses the rational, features and the conditions under which a more result/performance-oriented delivery system for Cohesion Policy, based on the use of performance indicators, and, potentially, of incentive mechanisms, can be designed and implemented along the different phases of...

This study looks at the implementation of the European Transparency Initiative (ETI) in the field of Cohesion policy. The aim of the ETI is to improve communication about EU's initiatives in general and to enhance transparency on EU spending in particular. The main questions addressed concern...