Building a future

The Project

The Future of Yarram project is an exciting opportunity for Yarram and district to participate in building an improved and resilient future for all.

The project uses Smart Specialization Strategy to analyze the communities in the Yarram district with the goal of creating a set of projects ready for investment.

The starting point of the Smart Specialization process is a close examination of the existing status of economic, social and environmental characteristics of the district through a regional context analysis.

Through that analysis, the assets and resources which are available to support economic innovation will be made clear, as well as the key policy initiatives that are relevant to the district.

The Future of Yarram project is supported by the Wellington Shire Council, the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, and RMIT University.

Four Steps to an Improved Future

  • Understand current innovation, assets and ways of working within sector/place.

    Identify and explore themes for potential competitive advantage.

  • Analyse the opportunities within each theme.

    Potential value propositions defined.

  • Testing and trialling value propositions for competitive advantage.

    Development of business case.

  • Business cases activated to attract funding and investment.

    Maximised return on investment.

    Greater value for community.

The Process

 

Smart Specialization Strategy (S3)

Smart Specialization Strategy (S3) methodology provides an opportunity to spark cross-sectoral innovations and connections.

If you’re new to the concept of we’re excited to have you on board to help us expand and strengthen this way of working across community, industry, education and government.