At the interface of policy and industrial innovation

Our dedicated community in Cambridge takes a unique perspective on innovation policy from the fields of technology and engineering.

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Evidence, insights and tools for effective policy design

We work with national governments and international organisations to drive industrial innovation and economic development.

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Exploring the future of technologies, industries and economies

We draw insights from a global network of academic partners, policy practitioners and subject experts.

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Recent reports and articles

"The UK Innovation Report provides us with a clear and succinct overview of key trends across UK industry. In addition, the deep dives into certain sectors provide tangible insights to help inform our views on how we can best target support. We look forward to the next iteration."

David Elson, Innovate UK

“We wanted to understand global policy best practice in supporting manufacturing value chains. CIIP were a clear choice given their research expertise and global contacts. The team were responsive and flexible in meeting our requirements and the findings have already influenced our policy approach.”

Head of Manufacturing, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS)

“The study by CIIP forms a valuable evidence base which is now being used to inform the development of an Industry 4.0 strategy for Ireland.”

Senior Policy Analyst, Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Government of Ireland

“The work completed by CIIP will surely play an instrumental role in the diversification and economic development plans of the country going forward.”

Project Lead Economic Development Advisory Board, Trinidad and Tobago

Recognised by leading global organisations

We work with policy makers, civil servants and agency officials in the areas of industrial innovation policy. Internationally, we work with national and regional innovation and industrial development agencies across various continents.