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The International Business Cooperation Programme (InBuCo), a strategic initiative has been developed to catalyze further growth and innovation across our member states and complement the Capacity Building Programmes at ICPE.
ICPE’s commitment to enhancing global partnerships provides a platform for InBuCo, and through the supportive ecosystem of the host country, the Republic of Slovenia, we aim to empower businesses to meet the challenges of the modern global economy. Slovenia’s strategic location, advanced infrastructure, and pro-innovation policies create an ideal environment for fostering international business collaborations.
InBuCo envisions a vibrant, inclusive ecosystem where governments, innovative private and public enterprises, academic institutions, local communities, and international partners collaborate to drive international business, sustainable development, and technological advancement. Through comprehensive stakeholder engagement, proactive risk management, monitoring and evaluation, financial prudence, legal compliance, effective communication, cultural inclusivity and environmental stewardship, we are committed to delivering tangible benefits and lasting impact aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
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InBuCo is dedicated to promoting fair use of technology, sustainable reindustrialization, and inclusive economic growth.
The programme focuses on:
Technology Transfer
Facilitating the adoption of advanced technologies and best practices to enhance productivity and competitiveness through fair use.
Concrete Project Implementation
Executing actionable projects in sectors vital to our member states, to be proposed and confirmed by the ICPE Council.
Access to Funding
Assisting enterprises in securing European Union (EU) grants, enabling them to undertake impactful projects and connect with other international partners.
InBuCo Programme workflow
Identification and engagement of participant companies
Via Member State Representatives; direct outreach to the network of the ICPE Alumni; targeted outreach through LinkedIn.
Technology Providers: Companies that have innovative technologies and the capacity for export to ICPE member states where such technologies are needed.
Technology Adopters: Companies in ICPE member states that could benefit from technologies available through ICPE’s network and are willing to enter into agreements to use the intellectual property (IP) associated with these technologies.
Companies Seeking Funding: Companies that require financial support for development of projects, where ICPE can assist them in securing EU grants or matching with potential partners.
Expression of Interest (EOI)
The companies to be a part of the INBUCO will submit an EOI and preliminary assessment shall be done by the ICPE.
The EOI should comprehensively present the company’s profile, capabilities, objectives, and readiness for international collaboration, being comprised of the following items:
- cover letter,
- company profile,
- company self-assessment,
- international business goals,
- strategic planning assistance requirements,
- a commitment to fair use of technology and ethical practices,
- previous international experience (if applicable),
- legal compliance and
- any other documents/attachments.
Implementation of the ICPE services
Technology Providers
Companies with technology ready to be exported to interested member states.
- Technology Assessment: Assessment of the technology for suitability, scalability, and alignment with the needs of target member states.
- Partner Matching: Finding local partners or distributors to facilitate market entry.
- Technology Transfer and Implementation: Training and support – offering training to local users and support for technology integration.
Technology Adopters
Companies that can benefit from technologies within ICPE’s network and are willing to enter agreements to use the IP.
- Needs Assessment: Identification of technological needs and areas where the member states can benefit from adopting new technologies.
- Technology Matching: Finding suitable technologies within ICPE’s network that meet these needs.
- IP Negotiation and Agreement: Facilitating negotiations for IP licensing agreements, ensuring fair use and compliance with legal standards. Assistance in drafting and reviewing contracts to protect all parties’ interests.
- Technology Integration: Developing a roadmap for technology integration into the company’s operations. Providing training to employees and technical support during the implementation phase.
- Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitoring the effectiveness of the technology adoption and collecting feedback for continuous improvement and address any issues that arise.
Companies Seeking Funding
- Project Evaluation and Development: Assessment of the viability of the company’s project. Assistance in refining business plans to meet funding requirements.
- Grant Identification: Identification of relevant EU grants and funding programs; Provision of guidance and support in preparing grant applications, ensuring alignment with funding criteria.
- Capacity Building: Undertaking workshops and consultations on proposal writing and financial management.
- Ongoing Advisory service: Provide continuous support throughout the funding process.
Supporting mechanisms
- Local Stakeholder Engagement: Building relationships with local governments to facilitate approvals and support.
- Integration with Startup Ecosystems: Connecting companies to local startup ecosystems, incubators, accelerators, innovation hubs and technology clusters to enhance operational efficiency and provide for additional support.
- Cooperation with International Organizations: Building strategic alliances, participating in initiatives that pool resources to amplify impact of the projects undertaken.
- Monitoring and evaluation: Defining metrics to measure success, such as number of technologies transferred, grants obtained, and partnerships formed. Provision of periodic reports to the representatives of ICPE member states detailing progress and outcomes of projects undertaken.
VALUE-ADDED FOR MEMBER STATES
Technology Scouting
Active search for cutting-edge technologies worldwide that address the specific challenges and opportunities of member states with a specific focus on fair use.
Sustainability Alignment
Ensuring technologies contribute to sustainable development and SDGs.
Facilitation of Technology Transfer
Assistance in navigating intellectual property rights, licensing agreements, and compliance with legal regulations.
Adaptation and Integration
Provision of guidance on customizing technologies to fit local needs and infrastructure.
Funding Opportunity Identification
Keeping check of EU funding programmes, calls for proposals, and other financial opportunities relevant to member states. Aligning company projects with suitable funding sources.
Application Support
Provision of expertise in crafting compelling proposals that meet funding criteria; Assistance in developing realistic and compliant budgets; Providing advice on EU regulations, eligibility requirements, and application procedures.
Partnership Building
Helping companies form partnerships or consortia to strengthen their applications; Organizing events to connect companies with potential partners in different ICPE member states.
Dissemination of Knowledge and Capacity Building
Organizing workshops and seminars on the operation and maintenance of new technologies.
Advisory Services
Provision of consultations on approaches to enter new markets effectively. Assistance in identifying and mitigating risks associated with international operations.
Regulatory Compliance
Offering insights into EU laws, standards, and compliance requirements.
Business Development Support
Business Development Support