Meet Nicolas Nguyen The from Agri Sud-Ouest Innovation and discover how the Cluster Management Excellence Gold Label lead clusters to strive for excellence by improving their management capabilities and performance levels.
What your cluster do ?
A French “Pole de Compétitivité” which focuses on innovation for the agrifood sector in the South-western of France. It brings together more than 350 members.
What made you decide to apply for the Cluster Management Excellence label?
Our decision was driven by a long-standing quality culture within the cluster. EUCLES allowed us to extend our ISO 9001 approach into a framework specifically tailored to clusters and aligned with European standards.
What specific benefits has the label brought you?
Getting prepared for the Gold label provided a valuable cluster-specific external assessment of our organisation. It also increased our credibility and recognition by regional and national public authorities, reinforcing trust in our governance and strategic role.
Do you have a tip for other clusters that are still thinking about the label?
The key to success was the strong mobilisation of the entire team, driven by a clear commitment from the top management. Consider the audit as an exceptional opportunity to challenge and improve your organisation.
What does “excellence” in cluster management mean to you personally?
“The key to success was the strong mobilisation of the entire team.”
Excellence in cluster management means ensuring a smooth and sustainable organisation focused on member satisfaction. It allows the cluster to grow into a dynamic, ambitious community that actively supports collaboration and innovation.
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