Alida, a young Bosnian lady from Prizren whose products have been fashioned for two years in Torino fashion weeks in Italy. What started as a small business in 2018 in Prizren, turned out into something that would be seen by millions in Torino fashion week. Using her talent in creating unique bags and gifts, Alida […]
Tag Archives: Economic Development
ACCESS, ACCESS Activity 3, insights, News
Today’s kids are growing up in the “digital era” with “Hello Academy of Education”
31
Mar
Mar
People have forsaken the handshakes and hugs that enrich daily interactions to prevent the spread of the pandemic. Similarly, for months, groups of children with backpacks and chatter did not troop into schools of Kosovo. With school doors remaining closed, a magnified demand for remote learning was noticed. As a result, new platforms and software […]
07
Mar
Mar
There is nothing better than the aroma of freshly baked bread and the taste of a piece of pie with butter, cheese, or meat. An aroma that induces joy and brings back beautiful memories around the family table, similar to the aroma of homemade cookies, which everybody love, and now a days you can even […]
ACCESS, ACCESS Activity 4, News
“ICT Sector in Kosovo – Opportunities and Incentives” event takes place in Vienna
09
Nov
Nov
Vienna hosted the “ICT Sector in Kosovo – Opportunities and Incentives” event to marks the beginning of new potential partnerships for Kosovo and Austrian businesses. The event, facilitated by ACCESS project in cooperation with Kosovo Investment and Enterprise Support Agency – KIESA, and funded by Austrian Development Agency, which provided an opportunity for Kosovo ICT […]
28
Feb
Feb
Unique. Futuristic. Digital. Such features that fall under slow fashion, a concept with minimal spending and maximum satisfaction. The designer behind the brand, Hana Zeqa, operates from a small studio in Prishtina but does not see any barriers to communicate with global audiences. “My products are being sold all around the world thanks to digital tools […]
25
Feb
Feb
A new generation of entrepreneurs is tapping into the most valuable resource of all – the country’s youth, to export Information Communication Technology (ICT) services using the world wide web. Kosovo is witnessing a steady development of the outsourcing sector that is contributing to the domestic economy and tying young people to their country by […]
15
Feb
Feb
Kujtim Dobruna, Founder and CEO of ECIKS February 2021 – The global economic situation, the present and the future, which is the backdrop – the canvas so to speak – against which developments in Southeastern Europe and Kosovo play out, looks bleak. We find ourselves in the middle of one of the potentially most dramatic […]
23
Dec
Dec
Garments of fashion are sold at Rita Saraçi’s shop in downtown Prishtina. She curates in style all ready-to-wear items at FAR Clothing, from blazers to pants, to evening tops and dresses. Since most of her clients are internet-savvy and users of digital platforms, Rita is convinced that digital transformation is a business opportunity to increase […]
23
Dec
Dec
Rudina Qosja has introduced to cake lovers in Prishtina a taste since 2017. But, with the new reality imposed by the pandemic, “Rudi’s Cake Factory” turned to digital solutions to compensate for the losses caused. She is currently developing a modern website via Digital Empowerment Initiative (DEI), a subsidized scheme financed by KIESA that support digital transformation […]
22
Dec
Dec
The Digital Empowerment Initiative (DEI) to support Kosovo companies towards their digital transformation has been launched today. Kosovo’s Investment and Enterprise Support Agency (KIESA), with support from ACCESS Project aims to support micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in their digitalization efforts to increase performance, competitiveness and market access. Companies will be supported by […]
ACCESS, ACCESS Activity 2, News
“Biznesi im” – the Austrian concept of digital services for businesses
09
Nov
Nov
The latest initiative is the digital platform “Biznesi im” to be launched in the upcoming days. With all digital services needed by start-ups and existing companies found in one place, the “Biznesi im” platform will serve as a ‘one-stop-shop’ for Kosovo’s micro, small and medium enterprises, granting them access to a variety of digital tools […]
28
Sep
Sep
Kosovo SMEs have been severely hit by the COVID-19 crisis and they do not expect a speedy recovery. Meanwhile, companies seem to be somewhat hesitant with further digitalizing their businesses, mainly due to lack of funds. These are some of the main findings of a recent study about the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on […]
26
Aug
Aug
The Republic of North Macedonia is a landlocked country located in southeast Europe. The country itself holds a strategic position, by being located in the crossroad of two European transport corridors that connect Central Europe to the Adriatic, Aegean and the Black Sea. Over the last couple of years, North Macedonia has experienced the […]
18
Aug
Aug
The Republic of Kosovo enjoys a highly strategic geographical location in Southeast Europe. This unique location serves as a link between countries in central and southern Europe, boosting Kosovo’s attractiveness for foreign. For the past years, Kosovo has undertaken many reforms that have positively contributed to the development of the economy. The positive growth rates […]
11
Aug
Aug
The Republic of Albania holds a strategic location in Southeast Europe, stretching over the Adriatic and Ionian peninsula. Its location along the coastline serves as a gateway to the region. Its bordering neighbors Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro and Greece, enjoy full access to the Adriatic sea through Albania’s major sea ports. Albania’s economy has experienced […]
28
Jul
Jul
– By Vigan Rogova – Legal expert The corporate governance in Kosovo has had a gradual but genuine development since the post-war period. The development and improvement of the business environment and the legal infrastructure for enterprises is also reflected in the rankings of the World Bank project “Doing Business”. In the 2020 ranking, Kosovo […]
03
Feb
Feb
While most of the Eastern European countries are racing to keep up with the latest trends and remain competitive in the ICT sector, Kosovo is the one leading the race. According to the latest study done by the Kosovo Statistics Agency, access to the internet across Kosovo has greatly grown in the last years, making […]
21
Jan
Jan
The ongoing acceleration of digitalization around the world has had an unparalleled impact in almost any sphere of our lives. Undoubtedly, technology has become an integral part of modern society and its use is affecting every aspect of our daily routines. The majority of the services and resources that we use are now exclusively delivered […]
13
Dec
Dec
For the past twenty years, digitalization has changed societies and economies, and its evolution is only gaining momentum every passing day. The breakthrough and transformative power of these new technologies, namely AI, blockchain, internet of things, robotics, etc., are leading the pace towards the fourth industrial revolution. Obviously, this revolution is having a positive […]
09
Dec
Dec
Within the activity of Digital Transformation of MSMEs, the ACCESS project initiated a market assessment of digitalization services in Kosovo. This is the first step towards building the Digital Empowerment Initiative, a mechanism that will support MSMEs in digital transformation. The market assessment is based on a quantitative survey of 400 MSMEs across Kosovo, complemented […]
09
Dec
Dec
The ACCESS project focuses on improving market access and linkages of private sector companies, and on enhancing the supply and quality of business development and digitalization services for the benefit of Kosovo MSMEs. In pursuing these goals, the project promotes and harnesses digitalisation processes, considering the importance of the digital transformation for the future competitiveness […]
02
Dec
Dec
The brain drain phenomenon is a quite well know concept for developing countries. It is mainly attributed to lack of opportunities in the home country, social conflicts – or simply a way out for people who are seeking a better quality of life with better education, career opportunities, and safety. These are also the main […]
18
Nov
Nov
Technology, digital transformation, and digitalization are becoming quite well-known concepts to our generations. It has become a daily routine for almost everybody to use some sort of digital tools to perform daily tasks or request products or services. In this highly demanding and complex environment, businesses are often put at a disadvantage if they don’t […]
28
Aug
Aug
In the current economic environment, it is necessary for businesses to find alternatives for strengthening their operations, boosting revenues and keeping expenses low. For businesses trying to remain competitive, it is rather difficult to think about every business operation, and yet try to keep up with the disruptive technologies. Despite the fact that business […]
26
Jul
Jul
Digital Transformation has become imperative for all organizations, either public or private. The quickly evolving technological advancements have reshaped the customer experience, enabling easier access to online services and products. At this point, people are able to receive any service or complete transactions with only one click of the button more efficiently and effectively. […]
