Quality criteria
SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The criteria in this group concern the impact of investments on the development of the company and the economy
- Investment in strategic industries
This criterion is met by projects that fit into industries considered key to the development of the country or province — in line with the Responsible Development Strategy or smart specialisations of Małopolska. - Utilisation of local human resource potential
The project creates new jobs or activates local employees, which supports the development of the region. - Membership in the National Key Cluster (KKK)
The company belongs to one of the national key clusters (a network of specialised, innovative entities of key importance to the country’s economy and high international competitiveness), which confirms its participation in a strong economic ecosystem. - Conducting research and development (R&D)
The company conducts development or research work, implements new technologies or develops products and processes. - Micro, small or medium-sized enterprise status
Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises automatically meet this criterion. - Creating regional links
The investment strengthens local cooperation, e.g. with suppliers, universities and technology partners. - Robotisation and automation of processes
The planned investment involves modern technologies, automation or robotisation of production processes. - Investments in renewable energy sources (RES)
The investment includes RES or solutions that improve energy efficiency.
SUSTAINABLE SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
The criteria in this group concern the impact of the investment on employees and the local community.
- Creation of specialised jobs
The company creates new positions requiring specialist technical or engineering skills and provides employees with stable, long-term employment conditions. - Low negative impact on the environment
The activity covered by the investment has a limited impact on the environment. - Location of the investment in areas requiring support
The investment is located:
– in a medium-sized town losing its socio-economic functions,
– in a municipality neighbouring such a town,
– or in a district with a high unemployment rate. - Support for employees in acquiring education and professional qualifications
The company supports the acquisition of competences: training, courses, cooperation with vocational schools. - Activities for the care of employees
The company undertakes activities to improve the well-being of its employees, e.g. health programmes, social support, organisational facilities.
SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The criteria in this group concern the impact of investments on the development of the company and the economy
- Investment in strategic industries
This criterion is met by projects that fit into industries considered key to the development of the country or province, in line with the Responsible Development Strategy or smart specialisations of Małopolska. - Utilisation of local human resources.
The project creates new jobs or activates local employees, which supports the development of the region. - Conducting research and development (R&D)
The company conducts development or research work, implements new technologies or develops products and processes. - SME status
Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises automatically meet this criterion. - Creating regional links
The investment strengthens local cooperation, e.g. with suppliers, universities, technology partners. - Robotisation and automation of processes
The planned investment involves modern technologies, automation or robotisation of production processes. - Investments in renewable energy sources (RES)
The investment includes RES or solutions that improve energy efficiency.
SUSTAINABLE SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
The criteria in this group concern the impact of the investment on employees and the local community.
- Creation of high-paying and stable jobs The investment provides for the creation of new jobs with salaries higher than the regional average and guarantees employees secure, stable employment.
- Low negative impact on the environment
The activities covered by the investment have a limited impact on the environment. - Location of the investment in areas requiring support
The investment is located:
– in a medium-sized town losing its socio-economic functions,
– in a municipality neighbouring such a town,
– or in a district with a high unemployment rate. - Support for employee development
The company supports the acquisition of skills: training, courses, cooperation with vocational schools. - Employee care activities
The company undertakes activities to improve the well-being of its employees, e.g. health programmes, social support, organisational facilities.
