What is the outlook for the new center opening this Tuesday in Alicante?
Our projection for this year anticipates about 200 people on the roster. Our first client here is Banco de Sabadell, which serves as the seed of this project, and we already have another client on board. The organization employs 7,000 people in Spain and Portugal, with a total workforce of 150,000 worldwide, and the aim is to grow steadily, mirroring what has been done at other centers across the Iberian Peninsula. Negotiations are in place with Miguel Hernandez University and the University of Alicante to attract top talent and give Alicante professionals the chance to stay local while contributing to technology development for leading companies in the country.
What kind of technologies will be developed at this center?
It operates as an advanced software engineering hub. The core activities include migrating applications to newer technologies, developing solutions with modern architectures, and the broader field of application modernization, which encompasses rigorous testing and validation of software upgrades.
Is it a tour center?
The center represents a forward-looking initiative. Companies today continually refine practices to better serve customers, partners, and employees. There is a clear imperative to update business models through modernized processes and tools that support growth and efficiency.
Juan Parra, head of DXC Spain and Portugal, and Alex Dominguez provide leadership insights for this project.
You mentioned Sabadell as a client. What connects them to Alicante?
The relationship with Sabadell is longstanding. They turned to the company for application conversion, modernization, and testing, and chose to establish a center here as part of a broader strategy. It was important for Sabadell to have a presence in Alicante alongside Valencia, and to create a foothold that serves Sabadell and other clients across Spain and Portugal. The aim now is to extend services beyond Sabadell and to support a wider client base.
What types of customers are included in the portfolio?
The company serves about 200 major clients in the country, including multinationals and Ibex-listed firms. It stands as a leading technology services multinational, with application modernization forming a significant part of the work, driven by hard work and expertise in execution. Alicante is seen as a growing hub for these capabilities.
Alicante is positioning itself within the Spanish digital ecosystem. How does the outside view look?
The institutional support and partnerships with universities are impressive, and the potential to cement collaborations with academic institutions is crucial because technology is a core material of innovation. People drive service companies. Alicante’s favorable location and the relatively sparse concentration of tech firms create an opportunity, suggesting a strong growth trajectory for the city in this sector.
How did DXC perform in Spain and Portugal last year, and what are the expectations for this year?
Specific turnover figures cannot be disclosed due to the multinational structure. What can be shared is that the workforce grew by more than 1,000 people across both countries in the past year, with double-digit growth. The outlook for 2023 remains positive. The sector continues to demand transformation, and ongoing investment in technology is viewed as essential for staying competitive. Companies are prioritizing modernization and investing in technology accordingly.
DXC technology company Sabadell to test applications in Alicante
Does inflation or uncertainty slow technology investment?
Not really. Technology has become a critical driver of competitiveness. To stay ahead, a business must streamline processes, increase agility, improve customer service, and stay aligned with evolving needs. Investments in technology are seen as essential, though the focus areas may shift as priorities evolve.
DXC inaugurates its advanced software engineering center in Alicante
Business support for multinational company landing
The opening of the new DXC Technology center in Alicante drew strong backing from business leaders and regional institutions on Tuesday. Key attendees included Sabadell’s regional manager, who will be the flagship client in the region, along with heads of local business associations and innovation offices. The center occupies about 8,000 square feet in the Babel industrial area and is expected to start with around 200 employees, with room for expansion as demand grows.
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