Since the Government announced aid for the digitalization of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in March 2022, more than 460,000 companies have benefited from it, which has meant an investment of 1.9 billion euros for the Administration. However, the Digital Kit aims to reach at least 1,350,000 small and medium-sized businesses, 46% of all SMEs, until the application period closes in October 2025.
Once the Kit is received, the subsidized parties have a maximum period of six months to formalize an agreement with a Digitizing Agent, that is, an entity capable of supplying automation solutions.
This initiative, which aims to empower SMEs, microenterprises and self-employed people, It consists of a remuneration of a minimum of 3,000 euros and a maximum of 29,000, depending on the segment to which the company belongs.
“The program will facilitate (companies) significant progress in their levels of digital maturity and will allow them to advance in the digitalization of key areas,” explains the public entity in charge of managing this aid, Red.es, on its website. This refers to internet presence, electronic sales, customer and supplier management, digital office, process management and automation, and cybersecurity.
The transformation itinerary will depend, partially, on the sector of activity, the size of the company, digital maturity, location and its area of influence and activity, mainly. Although issues such as financial means or management culture will also be taken into account.
Why ask for this help?
Although the term “digitization” is the order of the day, it is still an abstract concept that goes beyond creating a web page. “Companies are looking for tools that improve their efficiency, help them automate processes or strengthen their digital presence,” he assures elEconomista.es Pedro Rodríguez, CEO of Tyris Tech, an innovative company that belongs to the Tyris Corp business group and is dedicated to the development of software based on AI (Artificial Intelligence), business intelligence, Big DataOTT and disruptive technologies. “Some of the most requested solutions are the creation of optimized web pages, stores on-line and software tailored for the management of internal processes,” says Rodríguez. This last service is one of the most expensive, along with the implementation of business intelligence solutions, because they require deeper integration and detailed analysis of corporate needs.
The sectors that use the Digital Kit for this type of services are varied, as Rodríguez states: “From local businesses to specialized service companies, such as construction, sports, nutrition, law, consulting, furniture and cosmetics.”
Regarding the profile that knocks on the door of Catalyzing Agents, the CEO of Tyris Tech explains: “Approximately 50% correspond to SMEs and the remaining 50% to self-employed workers.” The latter have begun to see digitalization as a key competitive advantage for their businesses and often need specific technological processes to improve their businesses and strengthen their presence. on-line. Self-employed workers “face greater challenges but continue to show strong growth and are the ones who most value this aid to boost their activity,” declares Pedro Rodríguez.
Despite the opportunities that the Digital Kit provides, the company regrets the complex bureaucracy that it entails for both SMEs and the self-employed to request it. And he adds: ““It would be positive to cover emerging techniques, such as artificial intelligence and advanced data analysis.”
Another resource for SMEs
The second alternative that has been successfully embraced is Kit Consulting, a digital advice voucher aimed at SMEs and whose budget is 300 million euros. The amount varies depending on the size of the company, with aid of 12,000 euros for companies with between 10 and 50 employees; 18,000 for entities with 50 to 100 employees and 24,000 for those with between 100 and 250 employees. This is how Pedro Rodríguez explains: “Those who demand it are usually those who have teams ranging from 5 to 50 employees.” The reason why they request the Consulting Kit is that many need guidance to take the next step in their digitalization and optimize processes or adapt their technological strategy to the new needs of the market.
Spain has received more than 7,400 applications, thus exceeding the target set since the deadline opened last June. However, there is still time to request it. Specifically, until December 31 of this year.
Both the Digital Kit and the Consulting Kit are two of the 50 measures found within the Digital Spain 2026 strategy, included, in turn, in the chapter Promoting SMEs within the Recovery, Transformation and Economic Resilience Plan, presented by the Government of Spain. Both financed by the European Union, through the funds Next Generation.
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