We aimed to achieve the following: 1. We wanted to help SME management understand the specific digital skills and competencies required for their business operations. By recognizing these needs, SMEs can look after digital tools and practices that enhance their productivity and competitiveness. 2. We aimed to support trainers and company L&D specialists in develthe digital skills of employees within SMEs, ensuring they are equipped to support and drive the digital transition. Enhanced digital competencies among staff contribute to more efficient and innovative business processes. 3. We sought to equip learning specialists, consultants, adult trainers with the necessary tools to develop customized digital skills training programs. These programs are designed to meet the unique needs of both employees and employers, facilitating a smoother digital transition. 4. By focusing on digital transformation, we aimed to help SMEs achieve long-term sustainability. Improved digital capabilities allow SMEs to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market, ensuring their growth and resilience. Overall, our goal was to create a supportive set of tools for SMEs (and other organisations) to embrace digitalization, leading to more innovative, effic
We applied inspired by our experience working with SMEs by the EU Commission's March 2021 proposal.SMEs are the backbone of the EU economy, contributing significantly to employment and value-added services. However, for these companies to maintain their competitiveness at local, national, or global levels, there must be a renewed emphasis on innovation and digitalization. Through the INPROFUTURE project, we aim to support SMEs in overcoming significant barriers to raising digital competencies from the bottom to the top of their organizations. Often, digital transformation processes in SMEs fail due to a lack of understanding of how digital technologies can support production, logistics, and market access. Furthermore, employees frequently lack the digital skills needed to enhance efficiency and resource utilization within their companies. Through INPROFUTURE, we aimd to empower SME management to recognize the need for skills and understand how improved digital skills among their staff can positively impact their business. Additionally, we provided tools for HR colleagues, learning specialists and adult trainers a tool to create tailored digital skills training that meets both employees' and employers' needs.