The usability of public databases to assess the performance of clusters

摘要

This paper deals with the usability of selected secondary data sources for evaluation of the functioning of clusters. In the framework of the case study there is applied a multidimensional evaluation of clusters and cluster initiatives in a selected cluster. It presents the results of the analysis of relevant databases for assessing social, economic and environmental impacts. At the end of this paper there are stated recommendations how to apply them in connection with the type of business.