Key Strategic Technologies are capable of having a revolutionary impact on economic prosperity, national security or the environment. Artificial intelligence, quantum computing or nuclear fusion all have the capacity to change society at large, yet their ecosystems are complex, globally distributed and subject to rapid change. This makes it especially challenging to assess the competitiveness of countries and regions and to provide the most efficient Research and Innovation response. Setting priorities in R&I policy efforts and public investment is key to a successful strategy when it comes to the development of these technologies. To support Sweden’s competitiveness, a clear picture of the country’s strengths in key strategic technologies is needed. This entails an analysis of Swedish regions, companies, and research institutions within the context of each technology. By identifying areas of expertise, and by tracking how these evolve over time, decision-makers can make more informed choices about research and innovation investment priorities.
Given this context, CEPS will carry out a study on the state of Sweden’s Key Strategic Technologies, analysing its current level of technological specialisation and diversification, these insights will paint a comprehensive picture of Sweden’s position compared to other global players. Furthermore, CEPS will evaluate how the competitiveness of Sweden has changed over time across different areas of expertise and make simple projections for future innovation paths aimed at providing policymakers with useful information regarding the development and prioritisation of specific technologies, but also to reflect on the degree of success of previous policy actions. Technology ecosystems across the country will be studied, identifying which places present a high concentration level of relevant and rising technological actors, allowing for a more thorough understanding of the Swedish technological landscape. The final result will be a report offering valuable information on the status of Sweden’s Key Strategic Technologies, as well as policy recommendations on the future development of technologies across Sweden.
