What is anticipated for the new center opening this Tuesday in Alicante?
The forecast for this year projects a roster of about 200 professionals. The first client on board is Banco de Sabadell, acting as the seed for this initiative, with a second client already in place. The organization employs 7,000 people across Spain and Portugal and 150,000 worldwide, with plans to grow in line with its other Peninsula centers. Agreements have already been reached with Miguel Hernández University and the University of Alicante to attract local talent and give Alicante professionals the chance to stay in the region while contributing technology to major companies in the country.
What kinds of technologies will this center develop?
It operates as an advanced software engineering hub. The key objectives here include migrating applications to newer technologies, building applications with more modern solutions, and handling the entire spectrum of application modernization, which encompasses thorough testing.
Is this a showcase or demonstration center?
It is a center with a future. Modernization is a priority for companies seeking to better serve customers, partners, and employees. There is a clear need for updating business models and processes to stay competitive in today’s market.
You mentioned Sabadell as a partner. What connects them to this project?
Sabadell has been a long‑standing supplier and partner. Recently, they entrusted the organization with migrating, modernizing, and testing their applications, and agreed to establish this center. It was strategic to have Sabadell’s headquarters represented in Alicante, alongside a major existing presence in Valencia with around 800 staff. The goal now extends beyond Sabadell to serve all clients across Spain and Portugal.
What kinds of customers are in the portfolio?
The portfolio spans the 200 most influential companies in the region, including multinationals and large Ibex firms. The organization stands as one of the leading technology services multinationals today, with modernization work built on substantial effort and discipline. Alicante is a growing hub in this strategy.
Alicante’s positioning in the Spanish digital ecosystem—how does the view look from the outside?
The institutional support and collaboration with universities are strong, which is crucial because technology is the raw material for innovation. People power the service sector. Alicante benefits from a favorable location and a relatively sparse tech scene, making it an attractive region for growth. There is confidence that a greater tech footprint will emerge and create meaningful impact.
How did the turnover look in Spain and Portugal last year, and what are the expectations for this year?
Specific financial details are confidential for a multinational. However, the workforce grew by more than 1,000 people across the two countries in the past year, with double‑digit growth. The outlook for 2023 remains strong, as the sector continues to demand transformation and ongoing technology investment.
DXC technology company Sabadell to test applications in Alicante
Does inflation and uncertainty slow down technology investments?
On the contrary, technology is a key driver of competitiveness. Companies must streamline processes, increase agility, and improve customer service, all of which are enabled by technology. Investments across different technology domains reflect strategic priorities as market conditions evolve.
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Business support for multinational company landing
The opening of the new DXC Technology center in Alicante drew strong backing from business leaders and local institutions this Tuesday. Participants included Sabadell’s regional manager, who will be the primary client in the area. Cabinet officials and regional innovation representatives attended, alongside industrial associations. The facility occupies an 8,000-square-foot building in the Babel industrial area and is expected to employ around 200 people, with plans to grow further as needs arise.