A host of advantages help companies formed by research and technology organisations survive for longer on average
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Spin-offs from non-profit research and technology organisations (RTOs) appear to be remarkably solid, with a survival rate far above the European average. While some of this effect is down to the sectors these spin-offs are born into, it also comes from the support provided by their parent organisations and the rigour of the spinning out process.
A recent study carried out for the European Association of Research and Technology Organisations (EARTO) by IDEA Consult using data from 14 RTOs in 11 EU states, found that 636 spin-offs had been created, dating back to 1978.
In the first year after their creation, 98% were still active, compared to 81% for…
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