Conditions for development of companies' cooperation and entrepreneurship

The aim is to point out the factors of cooperation between firms working in the same branch ofindustry. The article uses the method of critical analysis of literature and statistical analysis of data obtainedfrom a survey conducted in Polish metal and machine companies, which are one of leading industriesin Podlaskie voivodeship. Analyzed were primarily: the evaluation of the level of existing cooperation;the impact of each factor on the current level of cooperation and the impact of positive changes onimproving the current level of cooperation. To improve cooperation between competing companies moreproactive approach of the research centers and business incubators is recommended in linking the potentialareas of cooperation.