Introduction

Abstract

Getting involved in a collaborative research and development project can be one of the most exciting, rewarding and business changing experiences you and your organisation ever take on. The opportunities to push the boundaries of technology, solve major problems, open up new markets and be part of a leading edge team, drive thousands of companies and universities to work together every year. All economies recognise these benefits and encourage these collaborations by offering grant funding, tax relief schemes and other benefits worth hundreds of millions of dollars each year.