ICT Linkages program
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The ICT Linkages Program aims to support the establishment and growth of ICT clusters and networks. This will develop the local ICT industry and generate ongoing benefits for the Victorian economy. The ICT Linkages Program is an initiative of the Victorian Government ICT Industry Plan 2005 - 2010.
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Objectives
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The ICT Linkages Program aims to:
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- Support the establishment of new clusters and networks by targeting emerging opportunities in ICT where Victoria can develop a competitive advantage
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- Assist existing collaborative organisations to move to the next stage of development in order to develop the local ICT industry and to generate benefits for individual companies and the Victorian economy
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- Encourage greater collaboration between the ICT industry, other industry sectors, education, and research institutions
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- Stimulate greater innovation in the development and delivery of products and services
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- Stimulate new business, investment, employment and export opportunities
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Funding Available
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Under the ICT Linkages Program, groups of organisations will be able to bid for funding to support activities that will develop ICT clusters and networks. Two levels of funding are available:
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- Stream 1 supports the establishment of new and emerging clusters and networks in strategic areas
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- Stream 2 supports the development and growth of existing collaborative organisations
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Successful applicants will have to enter into a grant agreement with the Victorian Government. Grant agreements will be for a minimum of 1 year and a maximum of 2 years.
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