# Digital transformation initiatives in Portugal > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/digital-transformation-initiatives-in-portugal > Updated: 2026-10-19T10:15:08.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Portugal is implementing various initiatives and forums to advance digital transformation and smart technology across different sectors. To support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the IMPULSO+ PME program has been launched to assist with digitalization, sustainability, and internationalization. Additionally, IAPMEI is mobilizing 2.47 million euros for the PME Digital+ program, which targets SMEs in the North, Center, and Alentejo regions with a focus on artificial intelligence, automation, cybersecurity, and energy efficiency. On a broader scale, professional events are addressing technological integration. The ‘Smart Region Summit’ in Viseu is set to focus on smart territories, data, and intelligent mobility, while the ‘Rooftop Forum’ in Lisbon has brought together experts to discuss the increasing digitalization and regulation within the financial sector. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-19: Digital transformation and smart technology featured in Portuguese professional forums Professional forums in Portugal address digital transformation, focusing on smart territory management in Viseu and the evolving regulatory and technological landscape of the financial sector in Lisbon. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/digital-transformation-and-smart-technology-featured-in-portuguese-professional-forums ### 2026-10-18: Portugal launches initiatives to boost SME digital transformation Portugal is launching new initiatives, including IAPMEI’s PME Digital+ and NERSANT’s IMPULSO+ PME, to drive digital transformation, AI adoption, and sustainability among SMEs. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/portugal-launches-initiatives-to-boost-sme-digital-transformation --- Cite as: Digital transformation initiatives in Portugal. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/digital-transformation-initiatives-in-portugal