Strategic computer technologies and software are included in the list of priorities that are supported by the Skolkovo Innovation Centre. The mission of the IT Cluster is to create an effective ecosystem model for the development and commercialisation of innovations in information technology in Russia.

The main goal of the cluster is to create a model of an effective ecosystem for the development and commercialisation of IT innovations in Russia. In order to achieve this, special focus will be given to the establishment and support of Russian startup companies.

Within the framework of this goal, three major objectives have been set for the cluster– to concentrate resources and competencies in the IT field, to facilitate the development of the innovative processes, and to encourage the formation of innovative IT infrastructure in key sectors of the Russian economy. 

Achieving the objective of concentrating resources and competencies requires concluding partnership agreements with innovators, research institutes and venture investors, as well as with existing development institutes.

In order to support the development of IT innovations, the cluster provides assistance in the training of a new generation of young scientists and managers. With support of the cluster, educational programmes at universities are being developed and various competitions are being held, with students and young scientists receiving access to IT laboratories.

The cluster provides assistance in the implementation of innovative IT solutions that help transform the traditional economy into a ‘smart economy’, making use of innovative solutions to meet the needs of residential infrastructure, transportation, medicine and education.

Alexander Turkot in the program "Dialogue" on RBK TV

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