In a business world marked by continuous evolution and needs Re-evaluate business models, digitization It emerges as a cultural change where the rules of the game are redefined and technology, processes and people merge. Through its innovative digital skills programme, LabPyme presents itself as a strategic ally of small and medium-sized companies. information, mentoring And roadmap for digital transformation.
LabPyme commercial director María José Ortega explains that the program is not limited to the application of technology, but covers transformative change in all areas of the business, with special attention to people management. “The goal is to help them improve their skills. productivity And competence To increase competitiveness.”
What is LabPyme?
program ‘SME Digital Generation’ It is an initiative funded by the EU (NextGenerationEU) and managed by the EOI Foundation (School of Industrial Organization). Additionally, UCAM (Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia), Verne Academy, Tecon Soluciones Inforáticas and Aquora Business Education are part of this initiative with the aim of creating a transformative project focused on the real needs of SMEs.
Each of the institutions brings a complementary vision to the program: UCAM provides experience, accreditation and rigor. Verne Academy and Tecon, technological expertise applicable to the company’s real needs, and Aquora, experience in executive training. The alliance between four institutions is a leader training program It will enable the development of digital transformation action plans in SMEs in the Valencian Community and Castilla-La Mancha.
Ortega underlines that the alliance aims to strengthen the commitment of SMEs and address the development process digital transformation with a measurable, pragmatic vision adapted to your reality. LabPyme not only adheres to the contents defined in the EOI proposal, but also adds elements such as initial strategic diagnostics, psychometric assessments, and components such as Change Management, Learnability, and Employee Experience.
What is this program about?
The aim of the digital skills plan and LabPyme is to support small and medium-sized companies in the Valencian Community in their business. digital transformation processWe provide them with resources, training and personalized advice.
Verne Academy Director Javier Torrenteras points out that the plan is based on “two main axes”: improving managers’ digital skills Supporting SMEs through courses, workshops and events that allow them to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to face the challenges and opportunities of digitalization. Besides creation Digital transformation plans for SMEsthrough the support of experts and the use of innovative tools that help them define and execute their digital strategies, optimize their processes, improve their competitiveness and increase their profitability.
Who does it appeal to?
The goal of the project company executives (SMEs) have from 10 to 249 employees and a turnover of up to 50 million. It is likewise financed by New Generation Funds granted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Digital Transformation and is managed by the School of Industrial Organization (EOI). It does not imply any cost for the organizations whose participation is encouraged.
Why is it necessary to make this program? How will it contribute to your company?
“Going beyond day-to-day operations and training in our program will allow participants to design a change strategy to acquire not only digital but also the knowledge and skills that will create a more competitive strategic position. Making time for our training program is just investment in knowledge“But also in the future of their companies, facing the current challenges and taking things to the next level,” emphasizes Juan Carlos Requena, co-founder of Aquora, Quoon and Welcome My Talent.
The main purpose of the program is to provide education. free To highly qualified professionals within organizations who have the knowledge and skills necessary to drive the digital transformation of their companies. Torrenteras emphasizes that this program is a valuable time investment, “because Can increase competitiveness and profitability companies.”
Diego Piñero, deputy director of Grupo Tecon, explains the following according to the research of various experts: Four in ten SMEs in Spain could disappear in the coming years because they are not faced with a digital transformation strategy. “At this point, the answer is very simple; if your company does not go digital, it may disappear tomorrow because it will not be able to keep up with the technological developments that exist today.” The urgency is clear, and LabPyme’s Graduate University Program for digital skills is emerging as a lifeline for companies looking to avoid this fate.
In this sense, UCAM Communications Director Enrique Palenzuela Martín states that LabPyme brings together four leading organizations in the digitalization of processes in the fields of business, education and consultancy. “We are trying to improve knowledge and skills regarding its effective use. technology, literacy digital, online security and the ability to benefit digital tools in various contexts. Digital skills are vital in today’s business society as technology plays an important role in most professionals.”
In what format will it be done?
Labpyme opted for a hybrid format; to prevail online education about face to face meeting Facilitating usability and accessibility of the participants.
According to LabPyme’s commercial director, “As we benefit from educational funds in the Valencian Community and Castilla La Mancha, We will open broadcasts in all city centers “And there are other cities that have the capacity to host this training.”