Innovation and education: key variables for the competitiveness of enterprises

Abstract

This article is a reflection about education as the motor of the economic, social and human development of territories. It centers around Colombia. The main argument is that competitiveness does not exist unless Education, a crucial variable that translates into prosperity and progress, is taken into account. Education and competitiveness are thus interdependent inseparable allies. Companies need to innovate in order to be competitive, because once they offer unique products or services they can reduce or even eliminate competition –a distinctive proposal gets positioned among customers looking for product or service innovation if they get satisfied and if their expectations are met. Companies wanting to be at the head in their field, should see innovation as a dynamic partner, one that would guarantee their becoming a model for other companies to follow.