Technology & Digital Transformation
Technology is a driving force of the modern economy and a key enabler of productivity, competitiveness, innovation, and business extroversion. Digital transformation is no longer optional but a prerequisite for sustainable growth and resilience for businesses of all sizes.
SEV aims to contribute to the development of a strong and dynamic technology ecosystem in Greece, with more fast-growing technology companies, stronger research and innovation activity, increased international investment, and the development of high value-added products and services.
At the same time, SEV supports businesses in adapting to the digital era by strengthening their ability to adopt and effectively integrate emerging technologies, data, and digital tools into their daily operations and business models.
- Strengthening Greece’s technology ecosystem and digital economy
Support the growth of the technology sector and related investments, with the ambition for the sector to account for 10% of Greece’s GDP, while promoting innovation, productivity, and high value-added economic activity. - Supporting technology entrepreneurship and innovation
Provide meaningful support to Greek technology startups through know-how, networking, and B2B collaboration opportunities, while strengthening private investment in research and development to foster innovation and the creation of high value-added products and services. - Attracting international technology investment and talent
Promote Greece as an attractive destination for technology investment by encouraging foreign high-tech companies to establish research and development centers, competence hubs, and production facilities in the country, while also attracting specialized talent to strengthen the technological base of the economy. - Promoting the international visibility of the Greek technology ecosystem
Highlight the achievements of the Greek technology ecosystem and strengthen the country’s positioning as a destination for technology and innovation investment. - Supporting businesses in digital transformation
Empower member companies with practical knowledge, tools, and guidance for the design and implementation of comprehensive digital transformation strategies and programs. - Accelerating the adoption of AI and emerging technologies
Promote the responsible, secure, and operationally effective adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI (GenAI), and other emerging technologies across businesses. - Strengthening data capabilities and data-driven decision-making
Enhance businesses’ capabilities in data management and analytics so they can operate based on reliable data and support informed, data-driven decision-making. - Supporting organizational change and digital resilience
Support businesses in managing organizational change across processes, skills, and operating models, ensuring the effective integration of technology into day-to-day operations, while strengthening cybersecurity and overall digital resilience. - Monitoring technological developments and shaping policy proposals
Systematically monitor technological trends and developments and develop evidence-based policy proposals that support innovation, competitiveness, and digital transition.
- Scale Up Community: Through SEV’s Scale Up Community, SEV provides tailored support to technology startups, helping them accelerate growth and strengthen their business development capabilities.
- Business Days: Through the Business Days initiative, SEV supports networking between startups, industry, and businesses, fostering collaborative projects and the integration of innovative technological solutions into business operations.
- Technology sector development and investment attraction: SEV focuses on strategic sectors where Greece has a comparative advantage – such as health tech, defense tech, and physical AI – developing proposals aimed at accelerating the growth of these sectors and attracting technology-intensive investments.
- Innovative Greeks community: The Innovative Greeks community brings together innovative Greeks from around the world, leveraging the international Greek network to support the growth of technology companies and promote the achievements of Greek innovators through the Innovative Greeks Talks initiative.
- IG@Work platform: The IG@Work platform contributes to attracting highly specialized talent and strengthening the connection between skilled professionals and the Greek technology ecosystem.
- AI, data, and digital transformation workshops: SEV provides specialized information and guidance services through thematic workshops, executive briefings, and hands-on sessions covering AI, Generative AI (GenAI), data strategies, and cybersecurity.
- Upskilling programs for business executives and leadership teams: SEV implements upskilling programs focused on AI, GenAI, data management & analytics, and cybersecurity, helping businesses strengthen digital capabilities across their organizations.
- Organizational transformation and productivity enhancement: SEV develops practical guidance and implementation frameworks for managing organizational change, with emphasis on process redesign, skills upgrading, and the adaptation of organizational structures, ensuring that digital transformation translates into measurable productivity gains.
- Support for compliance with the European AI Act: SEV supports businesses in adapting to the new European AI regulatory framework through initiatives focused on data governance, data quality, and the responsible development and use of Artificial Intelligence systems.
- Cybersecurity and digital resilience readiness (NIS2): SEV strengthens business preparedness for the implementation of the NIS2 framework through targeted awareness initiatives, exchange of best practices in cyber resilience, and actions aimed at enhancing cybersecurity readiness.
- Technology Development & Digital Transformation Observatory: Through the Technology Development & Digital Transformation Observatory, SEV maps the country’s level of digital maturity, identifies weaknesses and gaps, and develops evidence-based policy proposals to support technological advancement and digital transition.
Through its Technology & Digital Transformation Committee, SEV implements important initiatives and actively supports the Greek technology ecosystem.
SEV’s Technology & Digital Transformation Committee works to accelerate the digital transformation of the economy, foster digital skills, develop digital infrastructure, and strengthen the technology sector. By participating in the Committee, members contribute to the implementation of initiatives and actions that respond to the real needs of businesses.
