Industry to Industry (I 2 I)

Introduction

Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST) has launched the "From Industry to Industry" initiative, known as "I2I". This initiative seeks to enhance the competitiveness of various Jordanian economic sectors, including industry, agriculture, information technology, and more. Through applied scientific research projects and consulting services, it aims to address sector-specific challenges, offer innovative solutions, and improve performance across scientific, technical, and management areas.

Objectives of the Initiative:

Boost Competitiveness: Elevate the competitive edge of different economic sectors.
Strengthen Collaboration: Foster partnerships between JUST, represented by its professors, researchers, and the Deanship of Scientific Research, and businesses across various sectors.
Promote Applied Research: Establish applied scientific research and consulting as a cornerstone for addressing challenges and driving development, while showcasing success stories that highlight the synergy between universities and the business world.

Key Focus Areas:

The initiative is tailored to meet the diverse needs of various economic sectors. Here are some examples of its focus areas for different sectors:

Industrial Sector:

Development of new products
Enhancement of existing products
Product design
Optimization of manufacturing systems and processes
Improvement of testing methods
Upgrading production lines
Boosting productivity
Fostering industrial creativity and innovation
Automation and digital transformation
Promoting sustainable development and the green economy
Waste management
Recycling
Providing innovative solutions to existing challenges
Eligibility Criteria for Companies Seeking to Benefit from the Initiative:

Industrial Sector:

-The company must be a member of one of the chambers of industry (Amman, Zarqa, or Irbid).

-The establishment must have been in operation for at least two years, according to its registration with the Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Supply.

-The company should have a genuine need for development or face a significant challenge or issue.

Program Mechanism:

-The company submits an application through the provided online link, specifying contact details, a brief description of the project, and the desired outcomes.

-The Deanship of Scientific Research at JUST reviews the application and forwards it to the relevant professors and researchers.

-Interested professors and researchers will directly communicate with the company to discuss all aspects and agree on key details, including:

1-Project focus area

2-Targeted outcomes

3-Project timeline

Implementation strategy

-Commitments required from the company, such as providing information, materials, devices, and ensuring cooperation from its employees to support the university team as needed.

-The JUST team, in collaboration with designated company employees, executes the project.

-Regular progress reports are provided by the JUST team to both the company and the Deanship of Scientific Research.

-A final project report is prepared and submitted to the company and the Deanship of Scientific Research at JUST.

-A committee, comprised of JUST representatives and its partners from various economic sectors, holds periodic meetings to monitor project progress and ensure the achievement of desired outcomes.

For further information and inquiries, please contact:

Amman Chamber of Industry

Industrial Development Department

Phone: +962 6 4643001 Ext: 173, 178, or 174