THE ROLE OF SCIENTIFIC ACTIVITIES IN THE GERMANY'S CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE
The analysis of a model of the German Chambers of Commerce helps to explore the assumption, that along with consulting, expert function (scientific and analytical), viz. collecting of empirical data (business surveys and interviews with entrepreneurs), analytics (preparation of analytical reviews for member firms), expert networking (joint projects with scientific institutions; holding events with the involvement of practicing experts and economic researchers) is one of its key activities. Four main directions are formulated in this area: data collection, interaction with researchers (preparation of analytics), dissemination, and the use of the results on decision-making level (regional/federal government) in order to protect business interests. In conclusion, the author highlights a number of relevant principles for chamber-nets developing in RF and other EAEU countries.