Collaborative Commerce for SMEs in Regional Knowledge Networks. This research project will investigate the most effective and efficient models for regional SMEs to engage in collaborative online commerce. The study will evaluate different models of (cross) regional collaboration and the knowledge management support mechanisms needed to facilitate these. An online assessment system will be developed which can be used by SMEs, SME clusters and local government to identify best fit models for c-com ....Collaborative Commerce for SMEs in Regional Knowledge Networks. This research project will investigate the most effective and efficient models for regional SMEs to engage in collaborative online commerce. The study will evaluate different models of (cross) regional collaboration and the knowledge management support mechanisms needed to facilitate these. An online assessment system will be developed which can be used by SMEs, SME clusters and local government to identify best fit models for c-commerce. A methodology for benefits appraisal of c-commerce will be made available for continual monitoring of real value accrual. Policy guides will be developed for local government identifying best practice models for ICT infastructure development.Read moreRead less