The only European regional network association helping its members transform their economies through ICT. » Promote inclusion that improves the quality of life » Modernize systems and services for government » Develop a knowledge sharing culture of best practice » Accelerate growth in the regional economies by improving business competitiveness COLLABORATION & NETWORKING Cooperation, collaboration and networking are vital aspects of working in the knowledge-based economy and play a critical part in developing “Learning Regions”. eris@ exploits the tools of the information age to enable its members to share their experiences and approaches thereby helping them to accelerate their development with less risk and at lower cost. Through the use of these tools, we aim to promote inclusion projects that improve the quality of life, modernize systems and services to generate leading regions, and develop a knowledge sharing culture of best practices. SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT eris@ seeks to provide best practice solutions and the latest developments in sectors such as : e-Business e-Health e-Government e-Crime e-Learning e-Inclusion Through our workshops, seminars, websites and annual conference we tackle matters that rural economies as well as municipalities are faced with. eris@ leads the debate on technology issues and challenges current practices on subjects such as cloud computing, broadband dissemination and e-issues with an economic impact. By sharing knowledge and ideas, the eris@ network also promotes a healthy level of competition that defines leaders in the field and innovative ideas. The eris@ network also strengthens cross-border relations and inter-regional ties that benefit both sides of the electronic divide. visit www.erisa.be and contact info@erisa.be for more information