Making the most of Brussels: for a European lobbying strategy

Establishing a successful European corporate political strategy aims at achieving three major steps: assessing the benefits of such a strategy in terms of information and influence, designing a tailor-made scheme integrating the specifics of the company, and implementing it efficiently through a thorough comprehension of policy-making mechanisms. Though not doctrinal, this paper hints at providing insights about Brussels' competencies and procedures so as for companies to be able to decide upon their course of actions with respect to European matters. We show that firms of all sizes and natures can defend their interests before the EU's authorities, with an economy of resources which does not engage the potential returns of their initiatives. Lobbying in Brussels revolves heavily around expertise, and we assert that "strategic communication of specialised information" can bring useful insights to many a company regardless of overlooked prior concerns.