Research and development services
CPC v2.1 Code: 81
About research and development services
cpc code 81, 'Research and development services', encompasses a vital sector that drives innovation, technological advancement, and economic progress. This industry is responsible for conducting systematic investigations, experiments, and analyses to develop new products, services, or processes, or to enhance existing ones. It plays a crucial role in shaping the future of various industries and the overall economy.
Production process
The main production techniques used in the research and development services industry involve a combination of scientific methods, data analysis, and experimental approaches. Researchers and scientists utilize a range of tools and techniques, such as laboratory experiments, computer simulations, field studies, and prototyping, to explore new ideas, test hypotheses, and refine existing solutions. The process often involves iterative cycles of research, development, and testing to ensure the viability and effectiveness of the final product or service.
Production inputs
The research and development services industry requires a diverse range of inputs, including highly skilled and specialized personnel, such as scientists, engineers, and technicians, as well as access to advanced research facilities, equipment, and materials. Additionally, this industry relies on access to relevant data, information, and intellectual property, as well as funding and financial resources to support the research and development activities.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the research and development services industry are new or improved products, services, and processes that can be utilized by a wide range of other industries and sectors. These outputs can include 33 Manufacturing, 51 Information, 54 Professional, scientific, and technical services, and 62 Health care and social assistance, among others, as they incorporate the innovations and advancements developed through research and development.
Family tree for research and development services
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A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8'>8: Business and production services</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/81'>81: Research and development services</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/82'>82: Legal and accounting services</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/83'>83: Professional, technical and business services (except research, development, legal and accounting services)</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/84'>84: Telecommunications, broadcasting and information supply services</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/85'>85: Support services</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/86'>86: Support and operation services to agriculture, hunting, forestry, fishing, mining and utilities</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/87'>87: Maintenance, repair and installation (except construction) services</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88'>88: Manufacturing services on physical inputs owned by others</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/89'>89: Other manufacturing services; publishing, printing and reproduction services; materials recovery services</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/811'>811: Research and experimental development services in natural sciences and engineering</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/812'>812: Research and experimental development services in social sciences and humanities</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/813'>813: Interdisciplinary research and experimental development services</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/814'>814: Research and development originals</a>"]
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