Launch of Eastern Ukraine EDIH: A New Stage of Digital Transformation
IT ClusterIn collaboration with leading regional and international partners, the Kharkiv IT Cluster announces the launch of a new global project — Eastern Ukraine EDIH (European Digital Innovation Hub).
The project aims to enhance the competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises in the manufacturing, agricultural, and energy sectors and promote the development of Smart City solutions for communities in Eastern Ukraine.
The project involves the implementation of innovative technologies in communities and real businesses, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, industrial and autonomous robots, IoT and IIoT systems, digital twins, AR/VR technologies, and ERP/CRM systems.
The Eastern Ukraine EDIH consortium brings together the Kharkiv IT Cluster, the National Aerospace University “Kharkiv Aviation Institute” named after M. E. Zhukovsky, Kharkiv National University of Radio Electronics, the municipal institution «Kharkiv Reform Office», and the «Cyber Diya» platform.
Project Launch. First Consortium Meeting
On November 18, the first meeting of the Eastern Ukraine EDIH project consortium took place. During the meeting, partners discussed the key areas of the hub’s activities and the strategy for implementing innovative technologies in businesses and communities.
Together, we will foster digital transformation for the resilience and recovery of Eastern Ukraine.
Key Areas and Objectives of Eastern Ukraine EDIH
Eastern Ukraine EDIH will serve as a center for support and development, where small and medium-sized enterprises, government institutions, and other organizations can access the latest technologies and knowledge. The hub offers a wide range of services, including 👇
Testing Before Investing
Eastern Ukraine EDIH provides access to experimental platforms for testing digital technologies before making significant investments. This includes:
• consultations on technology selection,
• development of digitalization roadmaps,
• prototyping and demonstration services for new solutions.
Training and Upskilling
The project offers short-term and intensive training programs aimed at retraining and upskilling your workforce to address the digital skills gap in the region. Awareness-raising activities, including webinars and seminars, will familiarize companies with the potential benefits of digital technologies.
Support in Accessing Investments
Small and medium-sized enterprises will receive support in accessing financial resources through:
• consultations on opportunities for public and private funding,
• assistance in preparing grant applications and investment presentations,
• organization of investment forums and financial strategy training.
Networking and Access to the Innovation Ecosystem
The project will facilitate the expansion of business connections through:
• roundtables and investment events to exchange experiences,
• company missions to showcase their potential at the international level,
• building partnerships within the European digital community.
The project also supports the post-war recovery of the economy in Eastern Ukraine, helping manufacturing and agricultural enterprises modernize, and energy companies improve the resilience and efficiency of infrastructure.
The adoption of digital technologies will contribute to the integration of the region into the European economic space and provide new opportunities for economic growth.
Digital Transformation for the Development of Eastern Ukraine
One of the key priorities of Eastern Ukraine EDIH is to promote the widespread adoption of digital innovations. This approach has already proven effective in Europe as a solution to enhance productivity and competitiveness, and now it is available to Ukrainian companies through Eastern Ukraine EDIH.
The Importance of the Project for the Region and Business
Eastern Ukraine EDIH will not only contribute to business development but will also have significant importance for Eastern Ukraine as a whole. Through close collaboration with the European EDIH network, the hub will facilitate the exchange of best practices, attract investments, and create new job opportunities, which is an important step towards the economic recovery of the region.
Presentation of Eastern Ukraine EDIH
On December 9th, a forum on digital transformation in Eastern Ukraine will take place in Kharkiv, where the Kharkiv IT Cluster will present the goals of Eastern Ukraine EDIH and the services the hub will offer to real businesses and communities.
The event will be of interest to representatives of IT, manufacturing, agriculture, energy, construction, transportation and logistics, the public sector, as well as IT industry experts.
You can register for the forum at the following link: https://form.jotform.com/243111685811351
Driving Digital Transformation for Resilience and Recovery in Eastern Ukraine