CSTED: Our Core Capabilities

Technology-based Economic Development - Harnessing technology and innovation for sustainable, competitive development
Competitiveness is not a static concept. Operating under a dynamic environment with constant changes in technologies and market conditions, industries and businesses need to continuously redefine, discover and develop their competitive advantage in the market place. SRI International has developed a series of tools to assist clients to nurture technology-based industry clusters—combining innovation-generating technologies with sound economic practices... Click here to read more

Accelerating Economic Growth Around the World - Identifying and effectively utilizing resources
We at SRI International believe that every community, every country and every region has certain competitive advantages over their counterparts which, if properly identified and aided with strategic action, can translate into social and economic development. Our hands-on experience in a multitude of development-focused projects in more than 115 countries around the world not only confirms this belief, but also provides us with unique perspectives and expertise to make that transformation a reality... Click here to read more

Research Evaluation and Planning - Promoting science, technology, and innovation
SRI conducts evaluations and planning of research and development (R&D) programs and centers; technology innovation, commercialization, assistance, and transfer; and higher education and workforce development programs. SRI provides objective evaluation, analysis, and practical recommendations on policies and programs, assisting governments and corporate clients in the United States and many other countries in making sound policy and strategic choices... Click here to read more

Corporate Strategy: Helping Companies Succeed in the Global Economy - Helping corporations and business associations make critical decisions
Given the complexity and interconnectedness of issues in today’s global economy, companies are required to integrate diverse sets of considerations and analyses in their strategic decision-making. Clients have continuously engaged SRI to verify and challenge their own thinking on a variety of important economic, industry and policy questions. Such analysis is paramount to developing a solid response to industry and market changes that will create the most value for a corporation facing heightened competition and scarce resources... Click here to read more

Workforce Development and Competitiveness - Human capital in the knowledge economy
As the global marketplace becomes increasingly interconnected, a workforce that is dynamic and competitive helps communities, regions, and nations improve economic growth and achieve sustainable development. SRI assists our clients in meeting the demands for a more globally competitive workforce by providing a full range of services, methodologies and tools... Click here to read more

Investment and Trade Promotion - mobilizing trade and investment for economic growth
As developing countries increasingly look towards trade and investment as engines for sustained economic growth, SRI International’s Investment and Trade Promotion Program has developed as an expert partner and resource center assisting private and public organizations in designing and executing effective investment and export promotion programs... Click here to read more

Evaluation and Impact Analysis - Understanding and communicating impacts
Valuation and impact assessment is an integral part of the planning and decision-making process. Such analyses are critical at the design stage to inform the development of interventions that will create the most value from scarce public resources. This type of analysis is also critical in subsequent stages for revisiting program goals and approaches, and ensuring top performance relative to competitors... Click here to read more

Science and Technology Policy - Innovation for Asia's future
Many Asian countries made rapid strides in science and technology during the last several decades, and SRI International has participated in this development by engaging in multiple projects in various Asian countries. SRI has accumulated substantial experiences and expertise in Asian science and technology issues as SRI has worked side-by-side with our Asian clients and colleagues... Click here to read more

Tourism Industry: What's Your Destination? - A competitivenss-based approach to successful and sustainable tourism
Tourism is a major industry for many cities, regions and countries around the world. As such, it is critical that these areas stay on the forefront of global tourism trends, upgrade their products, maintain high quality standards and promote strategically and aggressively. SRI can help public-private tourism stakeholders identify unique opportunities, craft a new image, and move forward on pivotal actions that have maximum industry impact... Click here to read more