MDI Defines Lahti Region’s Competitiveness
MDI will analyze Lahti Region’s competitiveness. On the one hand, the work will be based on a statistical analysis which will mostly be conducted by Dr. Timo Aro, one of Finland’s most recognized analysts and MDI’s new Regional Policy Advisor. On the other hand, Lahti Region’s strategies for tackling structural changes will be analyzed with … Continue reading MDI Defines Lahti Region’s Competitiveness
Setup for Practice-based Innovation Environment in Central Ostrobothnia
MDI took part in developing innovation environment in Central Ostrobothnia. Project KASVUINNO formed a basis for identifying the content for co-operation between development organisations related to innovation services for local SMEs. During last decade, significant investments have been made in the R&D infrastructure (labs, testing equipment, etc.) and this is a huge advantage for the … Continue reading Setup for Practice-based Innovation Environment in Central Ostrobothnia
Impact Study Hits Halfway Mark
The mid-term report of the effects of rural development work was completed and presented to the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. MDI and partners analyzed local, regional and national rural development work and presented preliminary conclusions to the Ministry. Next steps of the study are deepening of the conclusions, analyzing networks in different ways and … Continue reading Impact Study Hits Halfway Mark