CSIR ScienceScope: Science and technology in support of small, medium and micro enterprises

Abstract

The CSIR is committed to using its knowledge base to help improve the quality of life of all South Africans. One of the ways in which this can be achieved, is focusing on national priorities such as job creation, inclusive economic growth, as well as poverty reduction and rural development, specifically in the context of small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs). The CSIR is able to make an impact in this regard by providing SMMEs with access to specialized infrastructure and multidisciplinary skills in priority sectors, developing new enterprises through feasibility studies and incubation support, facilitating training and skills development, supporting existing SMMEs by optimizing processes and products as part of localisation and supplier development initiatives, as well as by licensing CSIR-developed technologies to SMMEs.