Digital Transformation Strategy 2020‑2025

Abstract

The strategy, also known as the “Digital Transformation Bible,” outlines the vision, philosophy, and goals for Greece’s digital transformation. It includes over 400 specific projects aimed at modernizing the public and private sectors through digital technology. The strategy emphasizes the development of digital competencies for citizens, educators, and professionals. Key initiatives include integrating digital skills into educational curricula, establishing a Digital Citizens' Academy for online learning, and implementing lifelong learning programs to address evolving labor market needs.

The Startegy includes several actions regarding Open Science policies and contains a key target the adoption of the National Open Science Strategy. It includes guiding principles from the strengthening of national e-infrastructures and services, to their interconnection with EOSC, to Open Access for scientific publications, research data and software, and to empower the Greek R&D community with the necessary qualifications, digital skills, incentives and reward mechanisms for the adoption of OS at national level.

Overview

Country	Greece
Start date	2020
Annual Budget	n/a
Responsible organisation(s)	Ministry
Target group(s)	The entire Greek population, including public administration, businesses, and citizens of all ages.
Policy instrument type	Strategies, agendas and plans

Background

The strategy aligns with the European Commission’s guidelines and best practices, aiming to address the digital divide and promote digital literacy and skills among all age groups.

Objective(s)

To enhance digital skills, improve digital infrastructure, and integrate digital technologies across all sectors of the economy and public administration.

Public access URL

https://digital-skills-jobs.europa.eu/en/actions/national-initiatives/national-strategies/greece-digital-transformation-strategy-2020-2025

https://digitalstrategy.gov.gr/en/

All tags

• Human Capital
• Greece
• 2020
• Ministry
• Civil society
• Firms
• National government
• Subnational government
• Strategies, agendas and plans
• Strategies for skills development

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