Study goals
The objective of this report is to analyze INDETEC’s performance following the adoption of the CERNE model, and its contribution to strengthening innovative enterprises and regional development, identifying achievements and remaining challenges.
Relevance / originality
This report presents the application of the CERNE model in a federal incubator located in a region with low technological access and strong artisanal production, standing out as a relevant case to understand the role of incubators in regional development and the
Methodology / approach
Applied qualitative research, descriptive and explanatory, using a case study of the incubator. Data collection involved a bibliographic survey, documentary analysis of INDETEC reports and indicators, and participant observation with the local community to validate and complement the data.
Main results
The adoption of the CERNE model strengthened INDETEC by expanding technical support, entrepreneur qualification, and regional integration. There were advances in internal processes and visibility, despite challenges such as limited resources, infrastructure, and the need for greater academic and technological integration.
Theoretical / methodological contributions
The report contributes by demonstrating the practical application of the CERNE model in an artisanal regional context, expanding methodological understanding of incubators in resource-limited environments, and providing a basis for future research aimed at strengthening management and innovative regional development.
Social / management contributions
The report highlights management practices that strengthen the incubator in a region characterized by an artisanal economy and lower technological development, promoting social inclusion and local development. It emphasizes the importance of technical support, training, and ecosystem engagement to enhance socioeconomic impacts.