Preparing the published article.
Regional Robotics Support Programmes
What regional programmes usually offer.
Common instruments
| Instrument | Effect |
|---|---|
| Investment grants | Reduce the payback period |
| Demonstration projects | Lower perceived technology risk |
| Shared facilities | Access to testing and pilot production |
| Talent incentives | Help recruit engineers and technicians |
Evaluating a region
- Is robotics named in the regional plan, or is support incidental?
- Are there existing projects that actually received support?
- Is there a customer base nearby, or only incentives?
- Can you hire and keep the people you need?