Structuring Innovation Activities in Moroccan Public Universities: Proposal of a Procedures Manual

In a context marked by the growing need for innovation and knowledge transfer within Moroccan universities, this article presents the development of a procedure manual aimed at guiding and optimizing the functioning of university innovation structures. The primary objective is to support the development of scientific research and innovation within these institutions, in alignment with "PACTE ESRI 2030," a national plan designed to transform the ecosystem of higher education and scientific research in Morocco. The procedures manual developed is the result of an empirical approach based on the practical experience of active participants within various segments of the innovation structures at the studied universities and the outcomes of questionnaires completed by key stakeholders involved in technological monitoring, invention disclosure, the maturation process, and technology transfer. This approach enabled the capitalization of the lived experiences and acquired knowledge of these actors, leading to the creation of a procedural guide that is both pragmatic and tailored to the specific realities of university innovation ecosystems. The aim is to optimize current practices and encourage more efficient and harmonized management of research and technological development activities. This contribution seeks to standardize key processes such as technological monitoring, invention disclosure, maturation procedures, and the stages of technology transfer. The main objective of this manual is to provide a structured and coherent framework for managing innovation activities, promoting modern governance, and ensuring transparent and effective resource management.