Case Studies
Connect is produced quarterly as part of our commitment to communicating with our members and key stakeholders.
The journal focuses on bringing some of the great case studies from around the Country to the attention of everybody on our mailing list, as well as available here on our website.
As well as these case studies, Connect includes information on key legislation and policy changes and how these may affect you.
Connect Issue # 3 - June 2010
Read the latest issue of our quarterly journal Connect.
In this issue read case studies on:
- Converting business food waste to cash
- Nelson aquaculture centre
- Bay of Plenty Young Innovator awards
- Economic Futures
Also...
- EDA National Forum programme
Connect June 2010 (PDF - 443KB)
Connecting Across the Economy Productivity Report (March 2010)
This first productivity report shows just some of the work already happening at a regional level and what’s needed to enhance growth – connecting within, between and across regions, sectors, and companies.
New Zealand has abundant natural resources, as well as primary produce. EDAs support business initiatives that are creative and innovative. Science and technology and R&D are important components. For EDAs, the challenge is helping businesses convert IP to GDP.
Connect Issue # 2 - December 2009
Read the latest issue of Connect, our new-look quarterly publication for EDAs and all those with an interest in economic development.
In this issue:
- Shane Jones - Labour's approach to economic development
- Gerry Brownlee - Changes to the government's procurement programme
- Case Study - Apple Futures
- Case study - The Marlborough Wine Research Centre
- Case Study - Space and radio science in Southland
- The Aoraki Development Trust - Centred on success
Connect December 2009 (PDF - 2MB)
Connect Issue # 1 - July 2009
As part of our commitment to communicate better with members we have introduced a quarterly journal which will go to members and key stakeholders.
The journal will focus on bringing some of the great case studies from around the Country to the attention of everybody on our mailing list.
As well as these case studies we will be updating you on some key changes that may affect you within Government Departments as well as a political piece.
This quarter we have an article from Gerry Brownlee, Minister of Economic Development and an update for you on the changes that are taking place within NZTE.
View the July Issue as a PDF (683KB)