Reinventing Yourself to Go Further: Four Keys to Business Innovation
Innovation is the driving force behind progress in any company, regardless of its size or sector. Adapting to market changes and offering new solutions is not just an option, but a necessity to stay competitive. According to the OECD, there are four key types of innovation that can transform and grow a business: product and […]
SWOT Analysis: Essential Tool for Strategic Planning of Galician Companies
SWOT analysis, which stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats, is a tool used in organizations to evaluate competitive position, examine internal and external factors, and develop effective strategic planning. This analysis is designed to provide a realistic view, based on data and facts, of an organization’s strengths and weaknesses, as well as the opportunities […]
Xunta advocates for Galicia’s industrial competitiveness model and investment attraction in Madrid
The Director of Igape, Covadonga Toca, participates in the Best Practices Group meeting of the ICEX Interterritorial Council for Internationalisation and speaks at the round table “Industrial Competitiveness: How to Finance the Future” during the Wake Up Spain event. She presents the Economic Office of Galicia as an example of new governance focused on businesses […]
Do you know what are the main legal forms of companies in Spain?”
If you’re thinking about starting a business, choosing the legal form of your company is one of the most important decisions. This choice will determine key aspects such as partner liability, required capital, or tax obligations. In Spain, there are almost twenty legal forms, but the six most commonly used are: Individual Entrepreneur (Self-employed) It’s […]
Rueda reaffirms Xunta’s commitment to administrative simplification to strengthen business development
Advocates for the elimination of bureaucratic obstacles to expedite economic projects In the past year, the Economic Office handled nearly 19,000 enquiries and advised on 193 projects of special relevance Santiago de Compostela, 26 March 2025 The President of the Xunta, Alfonso Rueda, accompanied by the Minister of Economy and Industry, María Jesús Lorenzana, today […]
Product Diversification: Strategies to Increase Market Competitiveness
The diversification of products is a fundamental strategy to expand the offer and reach new markets. This process involves broadening the range of products or services of an organization, adapting to market needs or reaching new customers. Proper planning and organization are essential to ensure that diversification aligns with the company’s objectives and enables effective […]
Energy Savings Certificates (CAE): a tool for energy efficiency in businesses.
No contexto actual de transición cara a un modelo enerxético máis sostible, as empresas enfróntanse ao desafío de reducir o seu consumo enerxético e mellorar a súa eficiencia. Unha ferramenta innovadora e eficaz que está a gañar relevancia neste ámbito é o Certificado de Aforro Enerxético (CAE). Este instrumento permite monetizar os aforros enerxéticos xerados […]
Digital transformation and competitiveness: the future of Galician SMEs
Digital Transformation: A Key to Competitiveness for SMEs in Galicia Digital transformation has become an imperative for SMEs in Galicia and worldwide. In an increasingly competitive and globalized business environment, digitalization is not just an opportunity but an essential factor for the survival and growth of these organizations. In this article, we will analyze how […]
Protect the Design of Your Products: Key Steps to Register Them in Spain and the European Union
Industrial design is a fundamental tool for companies seeking to protect the aesthetic appearance of their products. If your company creates its own designs, it is essential to understand how to register and legally protect these designs, both in Spain and at the European level. To illustrate, let’s imagine a furniture design company that specializes […]
The Economic Office of Galicia welcomes a group of economics students from Northern Arizona University
Santiago de Compostela, 11 March 2025 The Economic Office of Galicia, under the management of Igape, welcomed today a group of approximately 20 students from Northern Arizona University. The meeting, held as part of an exchange programme, provided an opportunity to learn first-hand about the activities carried out by Igape to support Galicia’s productive fabric. […]
