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Innovation Cities™ Index 2021 : Asia
Innovation Cities Global Index 2016-2017 by 2thinknow. The only full global city classification and ranking of the Innovation Economy for 500 benchmark cities, based on 162 city indicators, in its 10th year.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2021 : Europe
Innovation Cities Global Index 2016-2017 by 2thinknow. The only full global city classification and ranking of the Innovation Economy for 500 benchmark cities, based on 162 city indicators, in its 10th year.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2021 : USA
Innovation Cities Global Index 2016-2017 by 2thinknow. The only full global city classification and ranking of the Innovation Economy for 500 benchmark cities, based on 162 city indicators, in its 10th year.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2021 : Global 500
Innovation Cities Global Index 2016-2017 by 2thinknow. The only full global city classification and ranking of the Innovation Economy for 500 benchmark cities, based on 162 city indicators, in its 10th year.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2021 FAQ
Frequently asked questions for the Innovation Cities™ Index 2016-2017 and city classifications for global city rankings for North & South America, Europe, Asia and Emerging cities.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2019 : Global
Innovation Cities Global Index 2016-2017 by 2thinknow. The only full global city classification and ranking of the Innovation Economy for 500 benchmark cities, based on 162 city indicators, in its 10th year.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2019 City Rankings FAQ
Frequently asked questions for the Innovation Cities™ Index 2016-2017 and city classifications for global city rankings for North & South America, Europe, Asia and Emerging cities.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2018 : Global
Innovation Cities Global Index 2016-2017 by 2thinknow. The only full global city classification and ranking of the Innovation Economy for 500 benchmark cities, based on 162 city indicators, in its 10th year.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2018 City Rankings FAQ
Frequently asked questions for the Innovation Cities™ Index 2016-2017 and city classifications for global city rankings for North & South America, Europe, Asia and Emerging cities.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2016-2017 : Global
Innovation Cities Global Index 2016-2017 by 2thinknow. The only full global city classification and ranking of the Innovation Economy for 500 benchmark cities, based on 162 city indicators, in its 10th year.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2016-2017 FAQ
Frequently asked questions for the Innovation Cities™ Index 2016-2017 and city classifications for global city rankings for North & South America, Europe, Asia and Emerging cities.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2015 : Global
Innovation Cities Global Index 2015 by 2thinknow. The only full global city classification and ranking of the Innovation Economy for 500 benchmark cities, based on 162 city indicators, in its 9th annual year.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2014 : Global
Innovation Cities Global Index 2014 by 2thinknow. The only full global city classification and ranking of the Innovation Economy for 445 benchmark cities, based on 162 city indicators, in its 8th annual year.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2015 & 2014: Overview
The 8th & 9th Innovation Cities Index by 2thinknow, are the most comprehensive city classifications of all major cities as global innovation economies. An overview of the process by our analysts.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2015 & 2014 FAQ
Frequently asked questions for the Innovation Cities™ Indexes and city classifications for global city rankings/index and indexes for North & South America, Europe, Asia and Emerging cities by 2thinknow.
Innovation Cities™ Index 2014 : Sub-regions
World’s largest city classification and global ranking with top cities from each sub-region, from 445 global benchmark cities classified, and top cities ranked in 2014. Based on 2thinknow analysis of cities on 162 city indicators, in what our analysts term the ‘global innovation economy’. Annual city scores and ranking since 2007.
Innovation Cities Index 2012-2013 FAQ
Frequently asked questions for the 2012 Innovation Cities Indexes and city classifications for global city index, analyst rankings and indexes for North & South America, Europe, Asia and Emerging cities by 2thinknow.
Innovation Cities Index 2011 FAQ
Frequently asked questions for the 2011 Innovation Cities Indexes and city classifications for global city index, analyst rankings and indexes for North & South America, Europe, Asia and Emerging cities by 2thinknow.
How do you define a City? 4 definitions of city ...
Defining a city population via a cities urban boundaries is not as straightforward as it first seems. To achieve city benchmarking data of actual performance, 2thinknow utilize a variety of definitions of 'what is a city' including those set out here.
Definition of a Smart City: compared with Innovation Cities
Smart Cities is a vendor / city term commonly used to refer to the creation of knowledge infrastructure. Smart City, in everyday use, is inclusive of terms such as 'digital city' or 'connected cities'.
Which is the best U.S. city for inventors? Boston or ...
Which U.S. cities are best for inventors? Which American cities support young inventors and start-ups in creating innovation. A reader question to 2thinknow Innovation Cities Program.
Innovation Cities Index: new city rankings 2007 – 2010
Every year since 2007, 2thinknow have released rankings of global cities for innovation. This is assessed across 31 industry and community segments using 162 indicators of city benchmarking data, measured against current global and regional trends.
Why coffee, Starbucks and cafes are important to top start-up ...
This week's interview with Scott Kirsner, Innovation Economy, Boston Globe reminded me about coffee, cafes and Starbucks and their influence on start-up business, and how this impacts our forthcoming August Innovation Cities Index 2010.
Business school rankings matter in new American cities
Business schools enable innovation commercialization in new American cities. Business school rankings reflect business school performance in broad terms, so are a measure of city innovation potential. Potential that can mean big money and jobs for citizens.
Better city rankings – cities ranking, a better way?
City rankings. Each year global livability or other city rankings are released. Which cities rankings can you believe, and why is it that small Swiss-style cities do so very well -- despite the fact that most of us choose the economic opportunity of larger cities? Can we design a better city ranking. (Hint: we think so!)
Local Innovation Forum™ events
Local Innovation Forum™ events are 2thinknow community events to inspire economic and social innovation in communities, across USA, Canada, Europe, Asia, Australia and NZ.
5 Ways to join in the world cities movement for ...
Some ideas on how to join the global city movement -- for innovation in urban areas.
Media Release: Can we have better cities? Melbourne says yes, ...
RELEASED 23rd JUNE 2010: "Melbourne is the Australian city North Americans and Europeans could learn the most from, that’s the conclusion of a new global city report launched in Melbourne today."
Is your city a case study in innovation?
2thinknow collects case studies and positive examples of innovation, as well as the occasional cautionary tale. Predominately the good stories, and a little of the bad, are published in the Innovation Cities™ Analysis Report, October Edition.
Media Release: Asia Gaining Innovation Advantage Over U.S. Cities: Report
Innovation Analysts 2thinknow released a 4 year global study of what makes cities innovative, in an in-depth report. The report found that United States cities long-term infrastructure advantages were eroding to Asia
Key Global Views
Some key coverage of Innovation Cities from many voices - including ABC Radio National on why cities need innovation, and IBM's Smarter Planet on how and an African view, among others. Tell us what you think in the contest of ideas!
More Commonwealth Cities to be Benchmarked
After the Innovation Cities Global 256 Index, we've elected to add 7 Commonwealth Cities to our benchmarking program. Read more on how to update/add your cities data.
What are the Performance Indicators for Innovation in a City?
These are the Indicators we use in the Innovation Cities Program - and the basis for assessing our Innovation Cities Index - the largest ranking of 256 cities worldwide.
Final 256 Innovation Cities
Here we have it the final, unranked list of 256 Innovation Cities. Results of the city rankings - the Innovation Cities Index - will be released in <24 hours.
CITIES INDEX 2009: JULY 28 LAUNCH
Innovation Cities Index 2009, a global ranking of all major cities, is released to the public online Tuesday July 28, 2009 from Melbourne, Australia. Based on 256 cities selected from a data file of 1540 cities worldwide, the Index measures the economic & social potential of global, regional & local cities.
Comparing Livable Cities vs Innovation Cities.
Livability measures which city you would like to live in now. Innovation Cities measures innovation pre-conditions now leading to mid-term future economic & social performance. To answer some questions: ie. Which cities will outperform then? And how can cities improve their social & economic performance? Where will the next big ideas derive from?
US & UK Publisher Needed: Innovation Cities™ Handbook
We've been developing a practical handbook on the HOW of how to create change in cities worldwide. The Innovation Cities Handbook is the answer.
City Benchmarking Data Launch 09 : Measure what matters
2thinknow City Benchmarking Data [CBD] is working towards 256 cities scored on 162 data points (see Innovation Indicators) using a banding method to encompass qualitative & quantitative data alike. The 256 Cities in our Innovation Cities Program cover many major developed cities.
Planning for the 2010 Innovation Cities Index
In terms of the Innovation Cities Index 2010, from November 2009, we will be conducting forward reviews of cities worldwide. This will largely depend on any support relationships going forward.
LinkedIn City Discussion Community
The 2thinknow 'Innovation Cities LinkedIn' Discussion Group - an online community for Cities, architects, urban designers & innovation worldwide.
Innovation Cities™ – More than a Ranking
Offering the world's first comparative city data framework
Value of Innovation Cities™ Benchmarking
City benchmarking data allows cities to make global comparisons, and improve their economic, social & cultural performance relative to competing cities.
How to define 2thinknow Innovation Cities [2009]
What is an Innovation City? The Innovation Cities Program by 2thinknow sets out a clear basis for city change, and responding to civic challenges.
2009 Cities: Europe, EU, UK, Turkey, Israel, Russia
The list of potential European Innovation Cities for 2thinknow IC Index 2009 from European Union, European states, Israel & Turkey - excludes the 'Stan states & includes some former Soviet territories.
2009 Cities: Asia, China, India, Oceania
Asia is often seen as an engine of growth... which Asian cities will punch above their weight in 2009 - delivering lasting innovation? Will the cities be in India, China, Chinese colonies, Australia, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand - which cities will become regional leaders?
2009 Emerging Cities: Africa, Mid-East, former-USSR
The emerging world have a lot of basic access issues to Innovation; But with the exciting developments in UAE in cities like Abu Dhabi or Dubai, change in Saudi Arabia and a focus on African development can this change? Former Soviet States may have a more solid infrastructure mix, but are still dominated by Soviet concerns. In 2009, which cities will emerge winners to 2015?