Publications & Documents

Oslo Manual 2018 - Guidelines for Collecting, Reporting and Using Data on Innovation, 4th Edition

Effective operation of competitive research funding systems

This policy paper analyses existing competitive research funding mechanisms and their effectiveness, taking into account a variety of contextual factors. It focuses on the efficiency of funding allocation mechanisms relative to their objectives and includes policy recommendations.

Measuring and maximising the impact of product recalls globally

This report points to the initiatives implemented by government, businesses, and civil society to measure and enhance product recall effectiveness. It also explores ways to increase consumer reactions to recall notices, based on insights from behavioural economics.

Workshop on the protection of children in a connected world

This workshop, to be held on 15-16 October 2018, will assess how the landscape that created the need for the 2012 OECD Recommendation for the Protection of Children Online has evolved since then.

Global Forum on Digital Security for Prosperity

The Global Forum will bring together experts and policy makers to foster regular sharing of experiences and good practice on digital security risk and its management, as well as mutual learning and convergence of views on digital security for economic and social prosperity.

Discover the OECD Directorate for Science, Technology and Innovation

We cover a vast range of topics, developing evidence-based policy advice on the contribution of science, technology and innovation to economies and societies. From business dynamics and productivity to GVCs and the evolution of the digital economy, and from innovation for social challenges to alleviating excess capacity in heavy industries, we seek to provide new insights for policymakers. We also "go national" with in-depth reviews.

OECD global portal on product recalls

This site brings together regularly updated information on product recalls being issued around the world. It includes information on mandatory and voluntary recalls issued by a governmental body and made publicly available. Recalled products can be filtered by category and jurisdiction.

How is research policy across the OECD organised? Insights from a new policy database

Building on a newly created policy indicator database, this paper provides a first systematic comparison of the governance of public research policy across 35 OECD countries from 2005 to 2017.

Workshop on the Internet of Things wellness and care ecosystem: enablers and barriers

This workshop, to be held on 4-5 October 2018, will examine the state of play in expanding the use of the IoT to enhance wellness, deliver effective remote care, prevent hospital re-admissions and support functional ability. It will discuss existing policies and highlight good practices to help move beyond hype and promote the positive elements of the IoT while minimising risks.

Evaluation of the Italian "Start-Up Act" - policy note

As only a tiny proportion of new firms eventually grow, policy makers face two alternatives: target specific firms predicted to be highly innovative in the future, or foster experimentation among firms and streamline both entry and exit. The Italian "Start-Up Act" combines these two approaches with an eclectic mix of policy tools.