Sabadell opens a center in Alicante to advance cutting-edge technology
In a move that signals a deep commitment to digital transformation, Sabadell is establishing a new technology center in the province’s capital. The facility will take on the majority of the work related to the bank’s contract with the region, focusing on testing all banking apps before they reach the public launch. This testing phase is a critical step in software development, ensuring services are reliable and secure for business operations.
The agreement spans five years, guaranteeing sustained activity at the Alicante center and contributing to ongoing technology provider changes within the bank. This shift is part of a broader cost adjustment plan supported by the institution’s new leadership. Sabadell has chosen to work with Accenture, NTT Data, and DXC Technology as part of its strategic plan, a move that underscores the emphasis on digitalization across the organization.
The choice of Alicante for the new headquarters, one of several regional offices, aligns with the city’s growing reputation as a technology hub. The area hosts a segment of Sabadell’s corporate services and benefits from local technology resources, including a notable center managed by regional professionals that strengthens the province’s tech ecosystem.
Sabadell establishes a center in Alicante to develop cutting-edge technology
Beyond the center itself, the local digital ecosystem is expanding. Private initiatives such as Alicante Future and the repurposing of a familiar commercial space into a business hub illustrate the city’s commitment to becoming a national digital frontier. This environment supports the center’s goals by providing a supportive infrastructure and a vibrant talent pool.
Regulatory requirements
The launch of the new testing contract is expected to shorten the time needed to release apps, enabling Sabadell to boost competitiveness and agility. The project is currently in the first phase of service transition, with a plan to deliver operations smoothly on a stable basis by the upcoming period. The center in Alicante will operate with the collaboration of other delegations as needed.
The initiative responds to regulatory expectations that separate testing activities from everyday banking operations. DXC Technology emphasizes that these measures will improve product quality, user experience, and customer satisfaction while strengthening software security to prevent vulnerabilities and potential cyber threats. This approach aims to protect user data and ensure robust protection across digital channels.
DXC will conduct code testing across all environments before apps go into production. It will also run ad hoc tests that simulate diverse user scenarios to verify usability and overall user experience on any device or channel.
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DXC’s applications are designed to handle high loads and optimize performance within the deployed architecture. The team will certify that applications meet the bank’s quality standards before production begins.
DXC Technology is a multinational company that emerged from a merger and has grown to serve a global client base. In Spain, the company operates multiple centers and remains a key player in the software engineering and modernization of Alicante applications, strengthening the region’s role in banking technology innovation.