Enterprise Europe Network is the network created by the European Commission to support SMEs in the development of their activities at European level and beyond.
Among the services offered by the network:

- Information on Community legislation, standards and policies
- Assistance on how to get EU funds and participate in EU programmes
- Feedback and dialogue with the EU Institutions
- Organisation of B2B events
- Partner search for cooperation in commercial, technological and research projects.

ALPS is the Enterprise Europe Network entry point for North-West Italy, covering the regions of Liguria, Piedmont and Aosta Valley.