The first comprehensive assessment of the state’s science and technology indicators, CREST draws on extensive research and analysis and offers recommendations for how industry leaders, academic planners, and state policy makers can respond more effectively to a high-tech economy. CREST addresses the absence of a regularly executed strategic planning process for the California economy by providing essential information upon which strategic and tactical decisions can be based.
The CREST report clearly demonstrates the importance of high-tech industry to California’s economy and its people. Nevertheless, the economic miracle is not benefiting all Californians. CREST found that:
- A significantly growing number of Californians do not have the educational preparation to enable them to benefit from high-tech job opportunities.
- The number of Californians being educated with the skills…
