The Chamber of Commerce of Salerno launched the Call for Digital Vouchers 2024to support the micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in ecological transition and digitalization projects. This initiative makes non-repayable contributions available for technological investments aimed at improving automation and the use of advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence and digital management systems.
The Call includes two intervention measures:
- Measurement A – Reserved for projects aggregated by at least three companies, with a total fund of 200,000 euros.
- Measurement B – Dedicated to individual projects, with a fund of 800,000 euros.
The vouchers issued can reach up to 40.000 euro for aggregated businesses e 10.000 euro for individuals, with a reward for those with a valid legality rating. Applications can be sent electronically via the Infocamere “Contributions to businesses” desk, from 20 November to 20 December 2024.
“With the announcement, the Salerno Chamber of Commerce intends to go beyond the simple provision of economic contributions, focusing on qualified assistance for the beneficiary companies – declared the Vice President of the Salerno Chamber of Commerce, Giuseppe Gallo -. The real obstacle that many companies encounter is not only access to financing, but the lack of adequate digital skills to fully exploit the opportunities offered by technological innovation. In this context, the improvement recorded by the province of Salerno in the indicator of the average level of digitalisation of companies developed by the Tagliacarne Study Center is particularly significant, which sees us go from 83rd place in 2022 to 29th in 2023”.
“Digital transformation is now an essential priority for Italian SMEs, and is not limited only to artificial intelligence, but includes a wide spectrum of innovations that are redefining the way of doing business – declares the President of Unioncamere and the Salerno Chamber of Commerce Andrea Prete – . However, we are observing that the level of adoption and integration of digital technologies is still very uneven: according to the latest report from the Italian Digital Observatory, around 30% of Italian SMEs have not yet started significant digitalisation processes, often due to lack of digital skills (32%) and lack of economic resources (35%). For Italian companies, and in particular for SMEs in the province of Salerno, it is essential to grasp the advantages of these technologies and integrate them into their business models, while preserving the specific peculiarities of the territories that distinguish them on the market. It is no coincidence that we announced this allocation at the end of the Agrifood Future event in September, which saw the presence of Google in Salerno, we demonstrated how fundamental the strategic adoption of digital solutions is to face current and future challenges. As the Chamber of Commerce of Salerno, we are committed to supporting this transformation path, offering concrete support to SMEs in the province of Salerno with one million euros in vouchers for between ecological and digital transformation and with the PIDMed program, which guides companies in the discovery and in the adoption of advanced technologies. Our goal is to ensure that local SMEs can not only overcome initial barriers, but also thrive in an increasingly digital competitive environment“.
For further details, companies can consult the official website of the Salerno Chamber of Commerce: www.sa.camcom.it.
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– In what ways can businesses measure their success after implementing the digital solutions supported by the vouchers?
Sure, here are some open-ended questions that could be asked to the guests in the interview:
Section 1: Introduction and background of the Call for Digital Vouchers 2024
– Can you tell us more about the Chamber of Commerce of Salerno and the initiative called “Call for Digital Vouchers 2024”? What motivated you to launch this program?
– What are the main goals of this call? How do you expect it to benefit micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises in the province of Salerno?
– Can you explain how the Call relates to ecological transition and digitalization projects? What are some examples of tech-related investments that can help businesses achieve both?
Section 2: Eligibility and Application Process
– Who is eligible to apply for the Digital Vouchers program? Are there any specific criteria for selecting the beneficiary companies?
– How easy is it for businesses to apply for the vouchers? What kind of assistance or support will they receive during the application process?
– Could you briefly explain Measurement A and B? What are the differences between the two and which one do you think would be more beneficial for smaller enterprises?
Section 3: Challenges and Opportunities of Digital Transformation for SMEs
– What are some of the biggest challenges that SMEs in Salerno face when it comes to digital transformation? How do you think the Digital Vouchers program can address these challenges?
– Are there any specific sectors that you believe would benefit the most from this program? Why?
– Digital transformation is becoming increasingly important for businesses across different industries. Can you share your vision for the future of digital transformation and its role in shaping the Salerno economy?
Section 4: Conclusion and Future Plans
– In your opinion, what are the potential long-term benefits of the Digital Vouchers program for the future of businesses in Salerno?
– Are there any plans to expand the program in the future or collaborate with other regions/chambers of commerce? If yes, how would that work?
– could you share any advice or recommendations for SMEs looking to get started with digital transformation? What resources are available to
