June 12, 2015
The Entrepreneurs’ Infrastructure Programme (EIP), developed from the Enterprise Connect initiative of the previous Government, is a flagship initiative focused on raising the competiveness and productivity of eligible companies at an individual level. The programme forms a part of the Australian Government’s Economic Action Strategy and will deploy more than 100 experienced Advisers and Facilitators, offering support to businesses through three elements: Business Management Business Evaluations – A business assessment resulting in a detailed report and recommendations for improvements. Supply Chain Facilitation – A practical approach to assist companies in interacting with, and supplying into, new and existing markets. Business Growth Services – Access for eligible businesses with high growth potential to specialist advisers, services and connections aimed at accelerating their growth. Business Growth Grants – Small, co-funded grants to…
June 12, 2015
AMT: Firstly, what is the AAMC and why was it set up? John Pollaers: The AAMC is essentially CEOs of advanced manufacturing businesses or multi-national corporations with operations in Australia. We started our effort back in 2013, but really formalised ourselves about 12 months ago. Our focus is firstly on shifting the understanding of what advanced manufacturing is. That’s about education, and consistency of understanding – that it’s not just a sector but a series of capabilities applicable to all industry sectors. That’s why it’s so important. Second is to look at the ecosystem and identify where the gaps are, who’s accountable, and encourage them to step into that accountability and deal with the issues. We’re not about creating lots of new things, we’re not about new money; there’s plenty of money in the system. It’s about making sure the gaps get addressed. The last one is to understand where the policy settings, if adjusted, would support that ecosystem. We don’t start with the premise…
