The project aims to help SMEs operating in Tourism & Leisure industry based in Eastern Serbia to overcome the challenges posed by digitalisation, by providing them with two sets of tailored trainings on digitalisation and implementation of digital marketing activities.

Project will provide education, know-how and mentoring services to the business community in the Timok region in order to increase competitiveness of SMEs, and to support their business adaptation to new, digital market. The project consists of workshops and trainings provided by experts in cooperation with Nova Iskra hub tailored to the needs of SMEs.

The development of the Detailed Regulation Plan should establish the planning basis for the development of the Spa centre and create opportunities for boosting the economic activity in the Nikolićevo settlement, development of overall tourism in the area of the Zaječar City and promotion of regional natural and cultural resources.

Improvement of the electronic system for the issuance of building permits through the provision of a back-up server, which will enhance its stability and availability for over 6,500 users that benefit from it every day. Server and network equipment were procured through the project, as well as necessary licences. The aim of this activity was to contribute to the creation of a more favourable business environment by improving the efficiency and transparency of the e-government and, ultimatively, to new investments. At the same time, citizens’ trust in institutions, as well as the quality of services that are being offered through the e-government will also be enhanced.

Establishing a one stop-shop in Zaječar City where all necessary information related to the capacity of the cadastral plot are available to its citizens and potential investors while a special focus is on mapping of public lightning and underground installations. Ultimately the project is aimed at attracting investments that will result in job creation and improved living standard.