Report: The Digital Future of Creative Europe

Authors:  Matthew Le Merle, Thomas Künstner, Hannes Gmelin, and Christian Dietsche

Among the sectors most profoundly affected by digitization is the creative sector, which, by the definition of this study, encompasses the industries of book publishing, print publishing, film and television, music, and gaming. The objective of this report is to provide a comprehensive view of the impact digitization has had on the creative sector as a whole, with analyses of its effect on consumers, creators, distributors, and publishers

Both the Pan European report and the country specific reports were financed by Google Inc.

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Report: Measuring Industry Digitization: Leaders and Laggards in the Digital Economy

Authors: Matthew Le Merle, Roman Friedrich, Alex Koster and Florian Groene

The pace of digitization is picking up rapidly but the speed at which digitization is taking place varies a great deal from industry to industry. To gain a better understanding of the relative degree to which digitization is transforming different industries, we have created the Industry Digitization Index. Whether they are currently digitization leaders or laggards, all industries can benefit by investing in the input, processing, and output capabilities needed to extend their digital footprints throughout their business ecosystems.

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Report: Taking Action for Tomorrow - Bay Area Life Sciences Strategic Action Plan

Authors: Matthew Le Merle and Nancy Michels on behalf of the Governor of the State of California, Bay Area Council, BayBio and Monitor Group

As announced by Governor Gray Davis, this Bay Area Life Sciences Strategic Action Plan forms the foundation of an overarching initiative by the state to promote California and the Bay Area as a center of innovation in Life Sciences. It describes the current context and frames the future vision for Life Sciences in the Bay Area. It also identifies critical priorities and sets forth recommended actions for fostering growth of Life Sciences in the region.

This Strategic Action Plan is a blueprint for government, universities, research institutions, companies, and economic development organizations to refocus cooperative actions that will have a positive impact on Life Sciences in the Bay Area, thereby strengthening the economy and enhancing the quality of life in the region and throughout California. It is intended to inform and educate policy makers and civic leaders about the importance of the Life Sciences industry cluster to the regional economy and to strengthen collaboration among stakeholders to enhance the competitiveness of Life Sciences in the Bay Area.

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