Dictamen del Comité Económico y Social Europeo sobre el tema Distintos tipos de empresa (Dictamen de iniciativa) (DOUE C 318/05, 23.12.2009)
Informe sobre la aplicación de la Ley de la Pequeña Empresa (COM(2009) 680 final, 15.12.2009)
European competitiveness report 2009.
European competitiveness is at the centre of analysis of the yearly competitiveness report of the European Commission. Its main focus is on recent changes of the EU's productivity growth, which is the key driver of competitiveness in the long run.
The 2009 edition of the European Competitiveness Report looks at the possible implications of the economic downturn; in particular for productivity and for some of the determinants of future EU competitiveness: the evolution of the BRIC countries (Brazil, Russia, India and China); the role of high-skilled migration; the extent and conditions under which training can boost productivity; and the role of product and labour market regulations in influencing ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) investment. [+]
Statistics in focus. Industry, trade and services 74/2007.
This publication shows the importance of exports for the business services sector and analyses driving forces as well as barriers encountered in exporting. 20% of services supplied by market research enterprises were sold abroad: 11% intra-EU and 9% extra-EU. Other strong exporters were architectural and engineering activities, technical testing and computer services. International market liberalisation has contributed to this situation and the Services Directive is expected to further encourage exports within the EU. [+]
Statistics in focus. Industry, trade and services 76/2007.
Business services are a driver of the knowledge-based economy and a potential provider of new jobs in the future. Due to increased outsourcing more enterprises use service providers for non-core professional activities. Greater international market openness and the European Services Directive should provide business services with further strengths on the international stage. This publication shows the size, structure and evolution of the sector with detailed information on turnover by type of product, and client and on exports. [+]