In late 2007 the AIRC undertook a major project to design an Innovation Strategy that fits Tasmania's needs and takes account of our Island's existing and potential strengths and future growth opportunities.  The Centre consulted widely on the research that led to the development of an Innovation Strategy for Tasmania.

The much publicised Innovation Strategy for Tasmania was formally presented to Premier David Bartlett at the end of August, 2009.  The completed report, titled An Innovation Strategy for Tasmania, A New Vision for Economic Development - Conceptual Overview and Options Outline, identifies current growth areas suitable for further innovation and development, and suggests possible strategies to enable those sectors to reach their potential.