Regions ranking
Ranking: State of Digital Ecosystems across European Regions
Using the NUTS classification developed by the European Union, we evaluate regions in Europe based on how well their digital ecosystems are developed through a multi-layered analysis, provider assessment and Regional KPI dashboard.
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Methodology for Regional Digital Ecosystem Assessment
Based on our experience analyzing the digital ecosystems in Middle Franconia and Limburg, we have developed a standardized methodology for consistent regional assessment that combines policy analysis with market evaluation:
1. Regional Classification
We use the NUTS classification (Nomenclature of Territorial Units for Statistics) developed by the European Union to define regional boundaries for consistent comparative analysis.
2. Provider Assessment
We evaluate digital ecosystem providers headquartered in the region across eight business categories:
Data Center Providers
Internet Service Providers
IT Infrastructure Providers
Cloud Infrastructure Providers
Managed Service Providers
Cloud Service Providers
Hosting Providers
Digital Service Providers
3. Evaluation Process
Policy Dimension
We conduct a comprehensive review of regional and local policies, strategies, and visions related to digitalization, digital infrastructure, sustainability, circularity, energy transition, and regional economic development to identify alignment with market practices.
Market Dimension
Each provider is assessed on four critical dimensions:
Environmental Impact Reporting: Do providers publish comprehensive and regular environmental performance data?
Value-Based Procurement: Do they maintain and publicly share procurement criteria that prioritize sustainable, transparent, or local sourcing?
Sustainability Strategy: Have they established and published comprehensive sustainability strategies with measurable goals and defined timelines?
Local Impact Creation: Do they actively contribute to the regional economy through employment, skills development, and community engagement?
Gap Analysis
We identify disconnects between policy ambitions and market realities, highlighting opportunities for improvement in regional digital ecosystem development.
4. Regional KPI Dashboard
We establish key performance indicators to quantify the current state of the regional digital ecosystem and enable future progress tracking.
Why Regional Ranking Matters?
We provide a macro-level assessment of digital ecosystem development across various areas.
We help identify regional trends, strengths, and areas for improvement to create thriving digital ecosystems.
We enable policymakers and stakeholders to benchmark their region against others.
We facilitate targeted interventions at a regional level rather than just focusing on individual providers
