Alicante companies brag about digitization
A growing wave of innovation has become a cornerstone of the current legislative agenda in the Botànic administration, underscoring how digital competitiveness strengthens the local business ecosystem. Alicante stands out as a pivotal hub: its branch office network and institutions like the Digital Zone have turned into magnets for technology firms seeking a supportive climate. Private foundations active in artificial intelligence research, including Ellis, have helped seed deep collaboration across startups, universities, and corporate labs. Recent findings from the Fundación Telefónica point to a clear trend: companies across the Community of Valencia are advancing their digital maturity more rapidly than the national average, with adoption rates in data tools, cloud services, and connected operations accelerating their growth. These outcomes reflect a broader regional push to align public policy with digital transformation in business practices, education, and infrastructure. The local authorities emphasize that sustained investment in digital capabilities translates into better productivity, higher quality services, and new opportunities for Valencian residents and firms alike.
Political consensus across the spectrum supports continuing this momentum. Policymakers highlight the need for implementing new lines of special education while strengthening financing mechanisms. In this vein, PSPV and PP advocate for leveraging European funds tied to innovation and digitalization. The regional leadership also backs initiatives to host technological events and to reinforce Valencia’s innovation corridor by strengthening Marina de València and the ports of Alicante and Castellón as dynamic hubs for research, logistics, and tech collaboration. The shared aim is a vibrant ecosystem where ideas move quickly from concept to market, and where public investment catalyzes private enterprise.
Alicante’s business community emphasizes measurable ambition in the next phase of digitization. Compromís envisions transforming the Valencia Innovation Agency to accelerate Industry 4.0 adoption, while Unides Podem focuses on expanding research programs around innovation, the circular economy, and the digitization of public and private services. Vox pledges to increase funding for technology initiatives, and Ciudadanos presses for a regional science compact that places innovation at the core of economic policy. These positions together signal a regional blueprint that treats digital capability as a shared asset essential for competitiveness and resilience across sectors.
Tax policy is frequently discussed in tandem with innovation. The conservative bloc argues for targeted tax relief to spur investment and job creation, while other parties emphasize incentives that support AI, robotics, and cybersecurity initiatives. A recurring theme across platforms is the belief that smart tax incentives can unlock private capital for cutting-edge research, pilot programs, and scaled deployment in industry and services. The overarching message remains clear: fiscal policy should align with the broader goal of turning digital advancement into tangible, local benefits for workers, entrepreneurs, and communities throughout the Valencian region.