This paper uses a case study approach to evaluate theimpact of a collaborative initiative within the North East ofEngland which sets out to grow and sustain a software industry,based on the strengths of regional players. The projectSunderland Software City has the ambitious aim of developingthe people, the infrastructure and the business and enterpriseculture to create and sustain a software industry. This paperfocuses upon the impact of the project, and presents some lessonslearned to date
