Research, evaluation and insight
Search our publicly accessible collection of evaluation and research reports. These reports cover all aspects of Scottish Enterprise's economic development activities and are available for download at no cost.
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Scotland’s international competitiveness and benchmarking in subsea engineering: study report (2018)
The study aimed to assess the status of competitiveness and innovation in Scotland’s subsea market and how it compares to other international markets.Xodus GroupResearch -
Economic and social impact of Dundee’s Cultural Strategy and Action Plan (2018)
The study assessed the economic impact of the Dundee Cultural Strategy and Action Plan and the cultural operations and activities that are delivered within the framework.EkosgenResearch -
Water efficiency technologies research (2018)
Water Research Centre (WRc) was engaged to assist Scottish Enterprise (SE) identify the industry sectors that use Scottish water heavily and understand the challenges of adopting new innovative water/wastewater technologies.Water Research Centre Limited (WRc)Research -
An update of the Global Entrepreneurship Development Index for Scotland (2017)
This report presents a short literature review of academic work on entrepreneurial ecosystems since the first REAP (Regional Entrepreneurship Acceleration Programme) Scotland report, followed by the findings of an update of the Global Entrepreneurship Development Index (GEDI) for Scotland, originally conducted in 2012.University of StrathclydeResearch -
Growth companies in Scotland (2017)
This research was designed to identify the nature and extent of growth across the business base in Scotland.Scottish EnterpriseResearch -
Mid-sized businesses in Scotland 2010-17 (2018)
Mid-sized businesses (MSBs) are commonly defined as businesses with a turnover of between £25m and £500m.Scottish EnterpriseResearch -
Performance of high growth firms in Scotland (2018)
This paper summarises new data on high growth firms (HGFs) in Scotland, and compares performance to other UK regions in high growth performance.Scottish EnterpriseResearch -
Delivery options for production space for film and TV (2014)
This report presents the findings of an option appraisal study commissioned by Scottish Enterprise (SE), in partnership with Creative Scotland (CS) and the Scottish Government (SG), into the development of a new film and TV production facility in Scotland.EKOS LimitedResearch -
Film and TV studio market update (2015)
This report provides an update to a previous market assessment developed as part of the Options Appraisal for a film and TV production studio in Scotland in 2014.EKOS LimitedResearch -
Megatrends impacting Scottish tourism to 2025: opportunities for Scotland (2018)
This report analyses the future of the Scottish tourism industry from a global perspective, in order to provide a robust evidence base to support strategic decision-making by Scottish Enterprise (SE), partners and industry in the medium- to long-term.Euromonitor ConsultingResearch -
Scottish Technology Industry Survey 2018: analysis of questions on innovation systems and the gender gap (2018)
The Scottish Technology Industry Survey is an annual measure of the digital technologies industry’s health and performance during the last year, and its expected development during the current year.Scotland ISResearch -
Research into the commercial flower growing sector in Scotland (2017)
This short review and scoping report was commissioned by the Scottish Enterprise (SE) Rural Team to provide an initial assessment of the opportunity for growth in the commercial flower growing sector in Scotland.Rural Matters LLPResearch -
Acquisitions in Scotland 2003-17 (2018)
This report updates the previous research into the acquisitions market in Scotland, extending the period of data analysis from 2003 to 2017.Scottish EnterpriseResearch -
Scotland’s trade position and performance (2017)
This paper provides a summary of Scotland’s trade position and performance using recently available data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) and the Scottish Government (SG).Scottish EnterpriseResearch -
LNG in Scotland research study (2018)
The report provides an assessment of the total potential market demand for Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) for 2025 and 2040 in Scotland, and explores the related potential economic development impacts and infrastructure issues.Atkins LtdResearch -
HSSMI final report of results to Scottish Enterprise for: Industry 4.0 pilot study - executive summary (2018)
The purpose of the study was to assist Scottish Enterprise (SE) deepen their understanding of Industry 4.High Speed Sustainable Manufacturing Institute Ltd. (HSSMI)Research -
Oil and gas decommissioning Scottish capability (2018)
This capability statement outlines Scotland’s geographic and technical strengths in oil and gas decommissioning.Scottish EnterpriseResearch -
Scottish oil and gas diversification opportunities: heat & cooling, water and energy storage and systems (2017)
This report presents the findings of an assessment that aimed to identify key sub sectors and areas of opportunity in alternative markets for the diversification of the Scottish oil and gas supply chain.ARUPResearch -
The collaborative economy and Scottish tourism (2018)
The collaborative economy involves connecting individuals or communities via online platforms that enable the sharing or provision of goods and services, assets and resources without the need for ownership.Toposophy LtdResearch -
The social enterprise business support ecosystem in Scotland: report for RaiSE - enhancing social enterprise competitiveness (2017)
This report presents the findings of the research carried out by Social Value Lab and the Yunus Centre on the support arrangements for social enterprises in Scotland, building on the findings from the 2017 Social Enterprise Census and additional consultation.Social Value LabResearch -
Future Grangemouth Vision 2025: evaluation of economic effects (2017)
In February 2015, Scottish Enterprise, Falkirk Council, Chemical Sciences Scotland and Grangemouth’s key chemicals businesses adopted the 'Future Grangemouth Vision 2025’.Peter Brett Associates LLPEvaluation -
Research into the Scottish food and drink innovation landscape (2017)
This discussion document presents the results of a study to review the innovation landscape in Scotland for the Food & Drink industry and supply chain as it stands today and to establish if there are any gaps in current innovation infrastructure provision.OptimatResearch -
International comparator study of Abertay University’s Cybersecurity offering for Scottish Enterprise (2017)
Cybersecurity is a key strength of Abertay University.EkosgenResearch -
CeeD membership perception and benefits study (2017)
CeeD is a cross-sector peer-to-peer community and co-operative problem solving and learning network, originally operating within the engineering sector but now operating across many key public and private sector organisation.EkosEvaluation -
The Prestwick Proposition: investing for growth (2017)
Prestwick Aerospace is one of three main aerospace hubs in the UK, and has the potential to become the location of the first spaceport in western Europe.South Ayrshire CouncilResearch
Impact appraisal and evaluation guidance
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