It is a set of projects, initiatives, and actions aimed at fostering and accelerating digital transformation and the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies in Brazilian industry, with a focus on increasing productivity, efficiency, and competitiveness.
ABDI leads an ambitious and unprecedented initiative in Brazil: MetaIndústria, a project designed to bring companies closer to Industry 4.0 processes, technologies, and business models. In partnership with SPI, a company specialized in Industry 4.0 systems integration, the project aims to accelerate companies’ technological transition through innovative methodologies and approaches
This initiative focuses on mapping the productive, technological, and institutional potential of industries within specific regions, aiming to boost regional development. It analyzes local economic vocations, technological maturity, and business sustainability, while also investigating local productive arrangements (LPAs), the education and innovation ecosystem, and engagement with public policies. It promotes cooperation among universities, government, and the productive sector.
These initiatives promote viable models for applying digital solutions in agribusiness and healthcare, respectively, through calls for proposals, partnerships, pilot projects, events, and other actions.
This initiative creates secure and collaborative environments for data sharing among companies and institutions, ensuring data sovereignty, governance, and interoperability. Inspired by international best practices such as the International Data Spaces Association (IDSA), it strengthens innovation and accelerates digital transformation in Brazil.
Focused on structuring and operating centers of excellence in Industry 4.0 technologies, this initiative supports the development of solutions that drive neo-industrialization and digital transformation in Brazil.
Located in Maravalley, Rio.IA connects academia, industry, startups, and government in a collaborative ecosystem, promoting applied research, open innovation, and talent development in artificial intelligence.
Developed by ABDI and its partners, this laboratory aims to accelerate innovation and productivity in Brazilian companies through the adoption of AI solutions, strengthening competitiveness and fostering the innovation ecosystem.
