In this year’s Annual Report, you will discover how Switzerland’s technology schools have an impact well beyond the academic realm. In recent years, they have even become a point of pride for the entire country. Switzerland’s position as one of the leading countries for technology and research is increasingly recognized within our own borders. But there is nevertheless some truth to the saying ‘No man is a prophet in his own land’ – our reputation is largely being built outside our borders, where people admire and envy the Swiss education, research and innovation ecosystem.