工信部：科技型中小企业纳入梯度培育范围

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has released the latest "Management Measures for the Gradual Cultivation of High-Quality Small and Medium-sized Enterprises" to enhance the cultivation system for high-quality SMEs and guide them in improving development quality [1]. Group 1: Cultivation System Enhancement - The cultivation scope has been expanded to include technology-based SMEs, which are now categorized as technology and innovation SMEs, forming the foundation for high-quality SMEs [2]. - A proactive discovery mechanism has been introduced to identify potential high-quality SMEs through data mining from various sectors, while maintaining existing recognition standards [2]. - Efforts will be made to reduce the burden on enterprises by improving data sharing and simplifying the application process for changes like name changes or relocations [2]. Group 2: Optimization of Recognition Standards - Certain indicators have been refined, such as including international market share for export-oriented enterprises in the recognition criteria [3]. - The threshold for recognition has been raised, with specific requirements for "Little Giant" enterprises now set at a minimum revenue of 50 million yuan and R&D expenses of at least 12 million yuan over two years [3]. - Quality evaluation scores will be introduced to encourage a focus on improving development quality among SMEs [3]. Group 3: Strengthening Process Management - Local review processes will be standardized, implementing a "double random" review mechanism to ensure diverse expert involvement [4]. - Quality management will be reinforced, with measures in place to limit the number of recommended "Little Giant" enterprises from regions with low quality evaluation scores [4]. - There will be a focus on preventing negative influences from intermediaries, ensuring that no fees are charged to enterprises for application guidance [4]. Group 4: Enhancing Cultivation Services - Local authorities are encouraged to utilize various support policies effectively, providing tailored cultivation services based on the characteristics of different enterprises [4]. - The measures will take effect from April 1, 2026, with ongoing reviews adhering to previous standards until then [5].