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ORT is promoting initiatives to support small and medium-sized enterprises

April 30, 2004
Two video conferences were held as part of a joint project between Universidad ORT Uruguay the National Directorate for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (DINAPYME).

The joint project between ORT and DINAPYME is titled “Strengthening the Industrial Base of the Southern Cone Countries through the Experience of the Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise System in Northern Italy.”

has support of the Milan Chamber of Commerce for promoting activities with small and medium-sized enterprises and developing international projects.

This activity has funded by the World Bank.

Lecture series

The first videoconference highlighted trends in the development of Italian industrial sectors.

The second session, held on April 30, focused on innovation in small and medium-sized enterprises, highlighting the various forms of technological change.

The May video conferences will focus on industrial districts and the business community, the development and role of supply chains in the new economy, and design as a key factor in global positioning.