两部门启动2025年中小企业数字化转型城市试点申报工作

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology have announced the third batch of pilot cities for the digital transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), aiming to enhance their digital capabilities and reduce transformation costs [1][2]. Group 1: Pilot Program Details - Approximately 34 cities will be selected for the third batch of SME digital transformation pilot programs, with a focus on achieving comprehensive upgrades for specialized and innovative SMEs [1]. - The central government will provide fixed financial rewards to the pilot cities, with a total funding cap of 150 million yuan for provincial capitals and planned cities, and 100 million yuan for other cities [1]. - Pilot cities are required to allocate at least 80% of the reward funds for the digital transformation of SMEs [1]. Group 2: Implementation and Support - The pilot program will run from 2023 to 2025, with a two-year implementation period aimed at deep transformation in key areas such as research and development and production [2]. - The program emphasizes selecting and nurturing service providers who understand both the industry and digitalization, developing targeted solutions for SMEs [2]. - The focus will be on creating market-oriented and effective solutions that support high-quality digital transformation in specific industry segments [2].