July 04th 2017

Assisting SMEs transform digitally

A new GCE NODE project aims to develop a tool-box to assist SMEs accelerating the digital transformation through an effective action plan.

July 04th 2017

Making sense of buzzwords

Three years ago, NODE’s application for Global Center of Expertise – the highest level in the Norwegian cluster program – was based on what has become industry buzzwords: Digitalization and access to real-time data.

July 03rd 2017

Business models in a digital era

“You will need to know your customer better, and you will get to know your customer better. Value chains will be more integrated. And your place in the ecosystem will be as important as your place in the value chain.”

June 28th 2017

Summarizing the effects of Austin

A group from Agder found inspiration during an April visit to Austin, Texas. Two months later, it was time to summarize the effects.

June 28th 2017

10 new NODE participants

“A new record for GCE NODE! We have never seen a higher interest for participating in the cluster,” says Anne-Grete Ellingsen.

June 22nd 2017

Quality management equals competitive edge

How to build and maintain a good quality management system was on the agenda as several NODE companies met in Kristiansand Wednesday.

June 15th 2017

Drilling competence vital for geothermal energy industry

Geothermal energy represents new market opportunities for drilling experts. But first, the cost of drilling has to come down.

June 14th 2017

NorSap operator chair wins design award

NorSap is proud to receive the prestigious “Red Dot Award Product Design” for its latest operator chair. The prize is awarded annually to outstanding products with high design quality.

June 14th 2017

Standard contracts increase efficiency

New standard purchasing conditions and contracts could lower costs in the oil and gas industry.