Strategy in an Era of Structural Change

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Perspectives on Long-Term Competitiveness

Our Perspectives offer a forward-looking lens on the structural shifts shaping the global economy, technology and business landscape. They examine long-term competitiveness, strategic transformation, and emerging business and economic opportunities in an era of rapid change.

Combining strategic vision with practical direction, these publications explore how organizations and economies can strengthen their position in a changing world.

ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES

Reorganizing a Continent

Januari 26, 2026

In the current fast-changing world order, the success of Europe will depend on its capability to adapt. With its current organization, fast and decisive decisions are difficult to make, and to enhance its security and economy, Europe will need to adapt its internal organization.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Quantum: A New Era

March 18, 2022

Quantum will be the next technological revolution. It will create tremendous opportunities in many fields: pharma, finance and food but also in the construction of new materials. With Einstein, Bohr and Schrödinger among the founders of quantum theory, Europe has a solid academic basis, and within Europe, the Netherlands is well positioned to take a lead in commercial development. Risky but potentially huge, exciting opportunities for ambitious entrepreneurs are laying ahead.

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SOCIAL

Enhancing Success in Developing Countries

December 20, 2021

Entrepreneurs are born everywhere. Next to a great idea and perseverance, capital is needed to fuel a company’s growth. As small business owners in developing countries have limited access to capital, we have been providing microcredit for 10 years. It has resulted in expanding businesses and economic growth in underserved communities around the world.

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ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES

From Terminus to Economic Hub

November 11, 2021

The expansion of high-speed rail encourages economic growth. It is sustainable, and if properly designed, the fastest way to travel up to 800 km. Countries all over Europe are scaling up their high-speed rail network, and to strengthen the economy, it is important that The Netherlands does not ‘miss the train’.

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