Collaborative spaces are new workplaces, such as coworking spaces, incubators, or creative hubs. This book, edited by Fabrizio Montanari, brings together contributions from scholars who have been studying the phenomenon of collaborative spaces for years, offering analytical and management tools that can be useful both for managers of these places and for local administrators who wish to use such spaces for implementing territorial development policies and supporting employment. Collaborative Spaces in Action explores the dynamics, potential, and challenges of these environments, highlighting their crucial role in fostering creativity, innovation, and social impact. An indispensable resource for anyone involved in the management or development of collaborative spaces.

By collaborative space we mean a broad range of places, such as coworking spaces, incubators, and hubs for innovation and creativity. This book presents an original model for evaluating the social impact generated by collaborative spaces and offers a set of measurement indicators. Through the analysis of models, practices, and concrete experiences, the book provides useful tools to understand and measure the positive influence of these spaces on society and the territory. An essential reference for researchers, managers of collaborative spaces, and public administrators interested in enhancing the transformative potential of these places.