Presumptions for Development of Technological Clusters in Slovakia
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Cluster concept is considered to be a very important development factor in the structure of national economies in all EU countries. It is believed that dynamic clusters enhance the competition and regional innovation. The aim of the article is to present the results of own empirical research devoted to the analysis and evaluation of present state in technological clustering in Slovakia. The stress will be given to finding out what are the main factors affecting the activities of technological clusters in Slovakia and to identify main problems and barriers in their operation. On the basis of research results will be formulated the basic presumptions for development of technological clusters in Slovakia. For the research purposes we will utilize results of own empirical research as well as evaluation of relevant secondary data.
Keywords: Technological clusters, activities of technological clusters, barriers of clusters development, the Slovak Republic, presumptions for development of technological clusters;
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