Source: GCIS 2005 Number of organisations started per year New cluster organisations
OrganicPlanned
Governance and Financing Over time, sustainable clustering initiatives have: Triple helix governance with strong private sector leadership Leaders with passion who understand the broad picture Multiple funding sources in place, predominantly local
The Cluster Manager Facilitator, Process Leader A change agent, initiator Creating an open, learning environment A boundary crosser; strong communicator Well connected within the cluster…and beyond A motivator, an empowerer, a talent spotter Moves at the speed of business Establishes a broad portfolio of initiatives
UniveristySociety Companies Near-industry research Business development Entrepre- neurship Human resources Cooperation between focused on innovative platforms for to create innovation and growth