The impact of the project has been evident in the increased awareness and capacity of the OKA and the establishment of new cooperation networks, transforming the OKA into a model for regional development agencies in Turkey. During implementation, and following preparatory research and analysis and a thorough review of the OKA’s institutional framework, we developed strategies related to smart specialisation and regional competitiveness, drew up a training plan for OKA staff and SMEs in the region and established a number of sectoral working groups.
• Reports, covering: field research; the provinces; priority sectors; statistical analysis; training needs; regional competitiveness; agro-food and machinery value chains; critical work-streams and workload analysis; impact assessment.
• Action plans and strategies, including: smart specialisation; institutional development; regional investment promotion; regional enterprise; regional innovation; smart cities; and regional HR.
• Feasibility and 3-year action plan for priority sectors.
