Some 99% of firms in the OECD are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and they generate about 70% of all jobs. But in order to stay vital and competitive in today’s global economy, SMEs need support. OECD asked their  panel of experts for their views.

Why do SMEs matter for productivity and inclusive growth, and what new policies are needed for their development?

• Elżbieta Bieńkowska, European Commissioner for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs: Thriving SMEs are key for inclusive growth
• Faruk Özlü, Minister of Science, Industry and Technology, Turkey: SMEs for decreased inequalities and increased productivity
• Cathy Feingold, Director, International Department, AFL-CIO: The success of SMEs lies in quality jobs
• Jackie King, Chief Operating Officer, Canadian Chamber of Commerce: Connect SMEs to advanced technology and international trade
• Elisa Giuliani, Professor at the Department of Economics & Management of the University of Pisa: Do business linkages boost SME productivity?