Fund for Innovation and Technological Development

Acronym
FITD
Description

The mission of the Fund for Innovation and Technological Development is to encourage and support innovation activities in micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in order to achieve more dynamic technological development based on knowledge transfer, development research and innovations that contribute to job creation, and to economic growth and development, while simultaneously improving the business environment for the development of competitive capabilities of companies.

The focus of the operations of the Fund in particular includes:

(1) Co-financing micro, small and medium-size enterprises (MSMEs) registered in North Macedonia, with the aim of encouraging innovation activities, implementation of innovative solutions and innovative processes, introducing innovation and transfer of technology among companies, as well as support for companies which have high growth potential.
(2) Financing newly established micro and small enterprises registered in North Macedonia, foundations and accelerators, with the aim of encouraging innovation among companies and transfer of results from scientific research into applicable, commercial activities by establishing “spin-off “companies.
(3) Achieving long-term positive contribution to the development of the national economy, improving competitiveness through technological and operational improvements and the provision of new jobs; supporting the formation of business and technology accelerators, entities providing infrastructural support for innovation activities in order to promote entrepreneurship by supporting individuals who want to establish an enterprise, as well as already established companies in their initial stage (not older than 6 years ) by providing educational, logistical and financial support.

Source: fitr.mk

Type
  • Agency/Fund
Country
Republic of North Macedonia
Geographical focus
  • Republic of North Macedonia
Scientifc field / Thematic focus
  • Cross-thematic/Interdisciplinary
  • General

Entry created by Anna Sirocco on August 1, 2016
Modified on July 4, 2023