R&D Regional Development & Innovation Networks

WISTO strengthens the research, technology, and innovation capacity of Vorarlberg as a business location through its R&D Regional Development service. The aim is to create optimal framework conditions for knowledge-based value creation in the region and to strategically advance future-oriented topics through bundled innovation networks.

Pressekonferenz EFRE Transferzentren | (c) Land Vorarlberg, Bernd Hofmeister

This service is free of charge for Vorarlberg-based companies, start-ups and research institutions.

What we offer

  • Analysis of relevant location factors (e.g. research, technology and innovation infrastructure, skilled workforce, networks) and identification of concrete development needs
  • Initiation and support of projects to improve the quality of the business location – from new technical research structures to hubs for the creative industries.
  • Development and further expansion of Vorarlberg’s innovation ecosystem through thematic networking between businesses, academia, policymakers and intermediary organisations.
  • Integration of these services into regional initiatives such as CHANCENLAND VORARLBERG, Circular Economy Vorarlberg, DIH WEST and CampusVäre
  • Strengthening the innovation environment through targeted communication and events that position Vorarlberg as a forward-looking region for innovation and competitiveness
  • Support services and cooperation opportunities for innovation-promoting initiatives in the region
  • Supra-regional and regional network and committee activities to foster knowledge and technology transfer into our region

Who it is for

The service is aimed at companies, research institutions, platform and network stakeholders, as well as public-sector bodies that want to strategically further develop Vorarlberg as a location for research, technology and innovation. As part of the thematically oriented innovation networks, tailored services are developed for Vorarlberg-based companies.

Current offerings

Other WISTO services

Events

The service is free of charge for companies, start-ups, and research institutions based in Vorarlberg.

(c) Land Vorarlberg, Bernd Hofmeister | Broell Fotografie