Enterprise Ireland is committed to partnering with Irish industry to achieve strong growth over the next phase of Ireland’s economic transformation. To successfully implement Transforming Irish Industry 2008-2010, Enterprise Ireland must evolve and reposition to effectively meet the changing needs of Irish companies. This parallels the changes which our clients must undergo to perform in an increasingly competitive global market.
Collaboration and co-operation will remain at the heart of Enterprise Ireland’s strategy. We will continue to work closely with the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment, other government departments, related development agencies, third-level institutions and representative associations. In particular, Enterprise Ireland will work with IDA Ireland to connect innovative Irish companies to overseas multinationals to deliver increased exports and explore partnership opportunities including technology transfer to Irish companies.
In recent years, Enterprise Ireland has significantly enhanced its ability to accelerate the growth and development of client companies. In line with the evolving needs of Irish industry, we will continue to develop the skills and capability of staff across the organisation. A particular focus will be placed on enhancing management capability with a view to developing high-performance leadership that drives and supports strategy execution.
The major delivery challenge for the organisation is in ensuring that there is a coherent and integrated response that provides customised support to companies with different needs. The structure put in place to support the 2005-2007 strategy, clustered clients based on the end market they served. Client-facing staff are aligned with these clusters to provide the opportunity for a collaborative, global team response to client needs. These teams consist of Development Advisers, Market Advisers, Technologists and Human Resources Specialists.
A key focus for 2008-2010 will be to embed and refine this integrated method of delivery. Enterprise Ireland, as part of our Client Charter, is committed to delivering a consistently first class service to clients that is focused, proactive and efficient.
In responding to the full range of client needs, Enterprise Ireland’s strategy will be supported by a financial offering that focuses on four areas of client investment.
