Support for the Digital Transformation of Manufacturing Industry Project
An EU-funded project designed to strengthen the competitiveness of Türkiye through digital transformation, improved infrastructure, and policy alignment. The project supports industry actors in adapting to new technologies, increasing efficiency, and building long-term resilience.
Bridging the Digital Divide
Türkiye’s digital transformation score was measured at 3.12 out of 5, indicating that the country still remains below the EU average and behind leading European economies in several dimensions of enterprise digitalisation and digital technology adoption.*
*TÜBİSAD Turkey Digital Transformation Index 2022
Manufacturing Contribution:
SME Dominance: 12.1% of SMEs operates in the manufacturing industry
Enhanced Policy Ecosystem
Strengthen the digital transformation policy ecosystem of Türkiye’s manufacturing industry and align it further with EU standards.
EXPECTED OUTPUTS
Evidence base for policy creation
Harmonization framework for EU integration
Strategic and implementation frameworks
Improved financing mechanisms
Improved Infrastructure
Enhance digital transformation and innovation infrastructure while increasing the capabilities of enterprises.
EXPECTED OUTPUTS
Sustainable center network
Online platform for digital transformation
Capacity building for enterprises
Technology provider-user collaboration Project Components
A comprehensive two-component approach to digital transformation
1. Policy and Strategy
Review of global and national twin transition policies, development of strategic frameworks, and establishment of governance models.
• Global and national technology review
• Twin transition needs assessment
• Governance model establishment
• Digital technology strategy development
• Financing models development
• Capacity development programs
2. Pilot Implementation
Support for digitalization centers and enterprises through capacity building, online platform development, and direct enterprise assistance.
• Digitalization center network creation
• Service quality improvement
• Online platform development
• Enterprise capacity building
• Matchmaking events
• Technology solution development
The project promotes the adoption of advanced technologies that enable smarter and more efficient manufacturing:
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Robotics
• Big Data Analytics
• Cloud Computing
• Additive Manufacturing
• Augmented/Virtual Reality
• Blockchain
• Digital Twins
• Cybersecurity
The project is implemented through a collaborative governance model involving national and international partners:
• Ministry of Industry and Technology
• Relevant General Directorates within the Ministry
• EUD
• Industrial Digital Transformation Office and affiliated units
• TÜBİTAK
• KOSGEB
• TİM
• TOBB
• TUSİAD
• MÜSİAD
• TISK
• Regional Development Agencies
• Organized Industrial Zone (OIZ) Directorates
• Local Auhorities
• Public financial institutions
• Relevant line ministries contributing to digital and green transition
• Teknoparks
• Competency Centers
• Universities and Research Centers
• R&D Centers
• Among others[
The project delivers measurable results to support digital transformation:
• 1 Global and National Review Report
• 300 Digital Maturity Assessments
• 1 Governance Model with Legislation
• 6 Digital Technology Roadmaps
• 5 Sub-sector Transformation Roadmaps
• 15+ Training Programs
• 1 Online Platform
• 300+ Enterprises Receiving Support
• 40+ Centers in Network