When trying to research deeper into the patterns of Centrope cooperation I found different determinants for the choice of transnational partners among firms that cooperate in R&D. In particular vertical cooperation possibilities influenced the propensity of firms to develop new products or enter transnational, neighboring markets. Horizontal cooperation still face obstacles albeit generally useful when expanding the market or trying to move up the supply chain.
Finding the right partners and establishing patterns to help others find the right pick is among CITT objectives. But in particular, the coordination of two or more partners, goal conflicts, lack of trust and understanding or cultural differences make the right choice a difficult venture prior to any cooperation agreement. CITT is a EU-funded (seventh framework) project that seeks to foster IT transfer in between the Centrope region and is designed to unleash cooperation potential within these proximate regions; using the different regional, complementary advantages to create synergy effects.
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