Project BOOST is a collaborative effort among six organizations from five European countries aimed at boosting collaboration in the fields of Industry 4.0 Cleantech and Green Transition, Health & Well-being, and ICT & Digital Transformation. The project focuses on developing an efficient Interregional Collaboration Framework and Collaboration Corridor to enhance innovation ecosystems. The consortium comprises organizations from both moderate/modest and lead innovator countries, building on existing foundations of collaboration while addressing common regional innovation priorities.
The main objective of project BOOST is to increase the efficiency of interregional collaboration among partners and their respective regional innovation ecosystems. It seeks to achieve this by designing a structural Interregional Collaboration Framework (ICF) and developing tools and mechanisms for operationalizing the Collaboration Corridor. The project aims to consolidate and accelerate the transition towards Green and Digital Regional development models by aligning with existing policies, funding opportunities, and strategies. Furthermore, it aims to enhance the capacities of local innovation ecosystems, particularly for start-ups, SMEs, and the public sector.
BOOST anticipates several impacts. Firstly, it aims to increase the interregional collaboration level among project partners, progressing from informal to more structured collaboration models. This will be achieved through a comprehensive process that maps and engages a critical mass of innovation actors and stakeholders from partner ecosystems. The project also envisions the creation of a common vision, mission, and strategic direction for Smart Regions, scalable at the European level, while aligning with regional, national, and European policies and funding opportunities. By addressing the key thematic areas of Industry 4.0 Cleantech, Health & Well-being, and ICT & Digital Transformation, Project BOOST seeks to contribute to the EU's priorities for the next decade, such as digital transformation, green/sustainable solutions, and a fair and inclusive transition towards a carbon-free economy.
In summary, project BOOST's context revolves around fostering collaboration among European innovation ecosystems, addressing common regional innovation priorities. Its objectives encompass the design of an Interregional Collaboration Framework, increasing collaboration levels, and developing a comprehensive action plan. The project's expected impact includes enhanced efficiency in collaboration, consolidation of Green and Digital Regional development models, and alignment with EU priorities for a sustainable and inclusive future.
