Eda has been working on the creation and application of knowledge essential for the development of enterprises and local communities in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Western Balkans region.
We successfully integrate an action-research approach to deeply understand the context and nature of challenges, along with development support that focuses on emerging practices and finding practical, feasible and innovative solutions.
We are focused on transforming management approaches from reactive to creative.
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Eda is interested in collaboration in regional projects, where we can be a reliable, proactive, and creative partner. We believe that there are many opportunities for synergy in interactions with partner organizations. Our experiences, references, and acquired credibility can contribute to better project design and implementation.
Key donors in Bosnia and Herzegovina entrust us with the management of increasingly demanding projects, and large international implementers/donors are engaging us more often in carrying out project components where, in addition to deep and specific knowledge, a special sensitivity to the local context and relationships among stakeholders is required. Thanks to our developed capacities, a stable and complementary team, and decades of experience, Eda is a reliable implementer of complex projects.
Can we predict if an applicant is ready to fully participate in a project? Despite thorough application processes that include eligibility checks, financial assessments, and formal agreements, projects often struggle with applicants who fail to meet participation expectations. Why does this happen, and can we avoid it? Check out Goran Janković’s new blog and let […]
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Following the successful training sessions in Sarajevo, the third free training for women entrepreneurs and women-owned businesses is being held today in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce of the Republic of Srpska. This training aims to further empower participants to increase their representation in public procurement processes in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Participants will gain […]
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At the 5th meeting of the Working Group for the preparation of the draft Quality Infrastructure Strategy of Bosnia and Herzegovina, held on December 5th at the “Holiday” Hotel in Sarajevo, the pre-final version of the draft strategic document was reviewed. The adoption of this document represents the top priority in the European Commission’s reports […]
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Eda has published a new study containing the results of research on interest, motivation, and preferences for establishing a network / community of practitioners providing support for SME development in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The research starts from the assumption that enterprises lack sufficient internal capacities to independently develop the functions needed to improve their operations […]
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Following the successful first training session, the second free one-day training session was held on November 27, 2024, at the same venue, the Chamber of Commerce of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The goal of this session was to further empower women entrepreneurs and female-owned businesses to increase their participation in public procurement processes […]
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Projects and References
Description: The publication presents the results of research on the interest, motivation, and preferences for establishing a network or community of practitioners providing support for SME development in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The research involved practitioners, as well as representatives of companies and institutions supporting the business sector in BiH, whose views and opinions were gathered […]
Description: This publication presents the results of a survey on the training needs of companies in the leading economic sectors of Bosnia and Herzegovina. In addition to insights on which trainings are considered a priority by sector, the survey also highlights the necessary trainings for company owners/managers, preferences regarding training delivery methods, willingness to (co)fund […]
Description: This document provides practical guidelines and tools for improving the process of developing action plans, which will enable more efficient coordination and implementation of sectoral strategies for SME and entrepreneurship development. The recommendations focus on achieving optimal integration of action plans into medium-term and annual work plans and budgetary plans of administrative bodies at […]
Description: The recommendations stem from a decade of experience by Eda and other organizations in the process of allocating grant funds for projects aimed at SME development in BiH. This document covers all phases of the grant recipient selection process and the implementation of project activities, with a particular focus on identified shortcomings and potential […]
Description: The recommendations were created based on the findings of the conducted SenseMaker research, the results of applying the expert system ESET READy to assess companies’ readiness for the energy transition, and the experiences gained during the implementation of sensor technology and accompanying software support for introducing energy consumption measurement and monitoring systems in six […]
