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At Icalia Solutions, we took part in the Trobada amb CIO — a meeting organized by Cercle Tecnològic and CIOs.cat — where we joined Parc Taulí Consortium and COMSA to explore the technological challenges facing the healthcare and construction sectors.

Icalia Solutions took part in the presentation of the 2025 Barometer on Digital Transformation in Industry in Catalonia, an initiative led by the Clúster Digital de Catalunya.

Being where the future is shaped is part of our commitment to innovation. That’s why Icalia Solutions joined eShow Barcelona 2025 — a key gathering to explore the evolution of eCommerce, digital marketing, and AI-powered business strategies.

At Icalia Solutions, we took part in the Cloud Hiring Day, an event organized by Open Cultural Center with the support of AWS re/Start, Factoría F5, and Fundación Altius, aimed at connecting companies with emerging professionals trained in Cloud technologies.

The Icalia Solutions team took part in Advanced Factories 2025, a key event for those driving digital transformation in the industrial sector. This first day gave us the opportunity to connect with the latest trends in automation, robotics, artificial intelligence, and sustainability.

Yesterday, Icalia participated in the presentation of Sandbox Barcelona, a project led by Bit Habitat and the Ajuntament de Barcelona. This initiative aims to create real environments where urban innovations can be tested to improve the quality of life in the city and establish Barcelona as a leader in sustainability and innovation.

On April 2, Barcelona will host the 30th edition of the Nit de les Telecomunicacions i la Informàtica, the benchmark event for the tech sector in Catalonia. Once again, at Icalia Solutions, we reaffirm our commitment to innovation and digital transformation by participating as partners in this important gathering.

Icalia will take part on April 2 and 3, 2025, in the 5th edition of the UOC Virtual Job Fair organized by the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC), where it will have a virtual stand to showcase its current job and internship offers.

From March 18 to 20, Madrid has become the epicenter of technological innovation with the celebration of the Congress & EXPO ASLAN 2025, the largest event on AI and digital innovation organized by the ASLAN Association.

El Mobile World Capital 2025 ha sido una edición clave, marcada por avances en energía solar, dispositivos resistentes y gadgets de realidad aumentada. Icalia Solutions reafirma su compromiso con la innovación en este evento imprescindible para la industria tecnológica.

As part of the Mobile World Congress 2025, Icalia Solutions participated in Talent Arena, a key event for exploring the latest trends in technology and talent. Over these days, our team had the opportunity to attend inspiring talks and connect with industry professionals, discussing how new technologies are shaping the future of the sector.

We attended the Barcelona Woman Acceleration Week 2025 (BWAW), an event that strengthens its commitment to gender equality and female leadership in business and technology every year.

As Liferay partners, we are participating in this key event for the community. It is an excellent opportunity to share experiences, discover the latest news and strengthen ties with other professionals in the industry.

We closed the month with an incredible Breakpoint session with an Argentine theme. We enjoyed typical food, good company and an unbeatable atmosphere to share and disconnect together. Plus, we added an extra touch of fun with a quiz that tested our knowledge.

We are already looking forward to the next edition, but in the meantime, we keep adding moments that unite us. 

Part of the Icalia Solutions team had the opportunity to participate in the 7th National Industry Congress, held in Barcelona and organized by the Spanish Ministry of Industry and Tourism. This event brought together key leaders from the public and private sector to discuss and reflect on the challenges and opportunities for the future of the industry.

Digital Transformation colleagues gathered to enjoy a delicious meal and test their wits in a fun escape room activity.

The most special thing was being able to share face to face with those who are often miles apart, and who were encouraged to make the trip so as not to miss this moment! With laughter, clues and a bit of adrenaline, we were able to strengthen our bonds and create unforgettable memories. Thank you to those who were able to attend for making it so special!

Last week we enjoyed our traditional Christmas event, a special time to share and celebrate as a team. We had a fun-filled activity and closed with a delicious pica pica that allowed us to disconnect and enjoy together.

At Icalia, these traditions strengthen the bonds that unite us as a team, closing the year with gratitude and great memories.

This is how we lived the magic of Christmas at Icalia Solutions!

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At Icalia Solutions, we expand our horizon with a new line of projects based on the Salesforce ecosystem. Thanks to our recent certification and strategic alliance, we continue to advance in the field of digital transformation, offering customized solutions backed by one of the most powerful platforms in the market.

At Icalia Solutions we believe in talent as an engine of transformation. That's why we were honored to participate in a new Speed Dating, organized by Open Cultural Center, Esplai ICT Foundation and AllWomen.

This meeting full of energy and opportunities allowed us to connect with women in the STEM sector, reaffirming our commitment to diversity and inclusion in technology.

Thanks to the organizers for this unique experience and to all the participants for inspiring us! 

The Great Night of ARROW in Spain brought together the main companies in the technology sector to celebrate the achievements of the year. It was an honor to share this event together with referents such as Fortinet, HPE ArubaNetworking, Symantec, Viewtinet, AWS and Microsoft.

This meeting highlights the closing of a year marked by challenges overcome and great advances in the IT sector. 

Last Wednesday, November 13, we enjoyed the second session of Breakpoint, an initiative created to strengthen the bonds between colleagues in a relaxed and close environment.

With an Italian theme, the day offered delicious food and a space to disconnect, chat and share moments together. Thanks to all who participated and contributed to making this meeting a success. 

We successfully held the Viewtinet MeetUp in collaboration with our partner Viewtinet, where we had the participation of Rafael García, Co-Founder and Business Development, and Jose Martinez, VP Sales and Co-Founder of Viewtinet.

During the event, we explored in depth Viewtinet's innovative unified viewability solution, designed to provide advanced monitoring with perpetual licensing. Attendees also enjoyed a real-time demo, showcasing the capabilities and potential of this tool in a real-world environment.

In a key meeting with Catalan companies in the ICT sector, the Cercle Tecnològic - Consell d'Empreses reviewed the roadmap and established projects to strengthen the industry and generate greater impact on our society. Icalia Solutions joins this effort, collaborating to consolidate a technological ecosystem that responds to current and future needs. From our perspective, commitment to the sector and the community is a priority. 

We held two new StandUp Meetings for the Applications and Digital Platforms teams. These meetings allow us to share ideas and proposals to improve our areas, strengthen communication and align our initiatives with the company's vision. We believe in continuous collaboration as a basis to continue growing and building innovative solutions together. 

Icalia Solutions launches a new initiative that brings the team together once a month at the office with a surprise theme day. Our first session was held on October 17, where we enjoyed a relaxed atmosphere and some delicious tapas to strengthen our bonds.

This event has established itself as a key meeting point for leaders in the technology sector, bringing together thousands of professionals, and we had the opportunity to connect with decision makers in areas such as Cloud, Big Data, AI and eCommerce. We attended conferences where experts shared their knowledge on the latest trends in technology. It was an ideal time to explore new collaborations and strengthen our professional network.

We welcome Benito Garcia as new Business Manager of the Cybersecurity and Networking area. With more than 15 years of experience in high level technology companies, he will lead our strategy in advanced services, driving innovation and growth in this key area.

Part of the Applications team presented us with an exciting case in the field of Digital Banking. At Icalia Solutions, we consider these spaces key to keep us informed and foster collaboration. Meeting projects from different areas allows us to identify synergies and enrich our collective skills and perspectives.

The Cybersecurity and Networking team of Icalia Solutions attends a refresher course to learn about the latest Fortinet news. We took advantage of this training to hone our skills and reaffirm our commitment to continuous learning.

At Icalia, we are committed to the professional growth of our team. Recently, part of our digital platforms team has obtained a certification in Building Enterprise Websites with Liferay. This achievement reinforces our commitment to continuous learning and technological innovation. 

Icalia Solutions participated in the Innovation and Industry 4.0 Commission organized by 22@. Alexis Álvarez Rollán, our Business Development & Innovation Manager, presented the success case of Bodega Digital 2, highlighting our innovation capacity. The event addressed the importance of regional ecosystems and allowed for an enriching debate on current trends in innovation. These meetings reinforce our commitment to technological advancement and collaboration in the sector.

We are pleased to announce that Viewtinet has joined our partner network, strengthening our commitment to offer innovative and high quality technology solutions.

We have renewed our Family Responsible Company (EFR) certification, reaffirming our commitment to well-being and work-life balance at Icalia. We continue to implement flexibility measures adapted to the needs of our team, because we know that a good balance is key to a happy and productive work environment.

More than 375 speed interviews were conducted between 60 talented clouders and more than 20 technology companies at the recent event, moderated by Tere Oter. Carina Lopes from AWS highlighted the importance of specialized profiles in the cloud. This dynamic meeting not only generated new professional opportunities, but also reaffirmed Icalia Solutions' commitment to the development of technology talent.

Liferay has released its latest version with advanced OpenAI integration and the #AICreator tool. This update allows you to generate stunning images on the platform using ChatGPT technology. With an OpenAI API key, it enhances the visual creativity of your content and takes the digital experience to a new level. Discover all the new features of this release in Icalia and revolutionize the way you work with Liferay and OpenAI!

The summer event was a resounding success. ☀️ We enjoyed a day full of activities in the office, from team games and friendly competitions, to a delicious pizza snack. There were moments to connect with colleagues, strengthening our relationships and team spirit. We also took the opportunity to share ideas and discuss future projects in a more relaxed atmosphere. Thanks to everyone who participated and made this day unique!

We held the first annual follow-up with the management and leadership team. During the event, we reviewed the achievements of the first half of the year and set ambitious goals for the final stretch to 2024. The meeting was notable for the collaboration and commitment to innovation. 'This follow-up allows us to align ourselves and prepare a solid strategy for the challenges ahead', it was commented. Icalia Solutions is preparing for a year of continued success and growth.

This exclusive event for Liferay customers promises to be a unique opportunity to discover the latest news and learn how to maximize the potential of the platform. This year, the focus will be on Digital Experiences and Generative AI, with leading customers sharing their stories and solutions. Attendees will be able to explore innovations, interact with industry experts and gain valuable insights to empower their businesses.

Icalia Solutions joined the leading companies in the global technology sector at the IoT Solutions World Congress. At this cutting-edge event, we explored the latest trends and solutions in IoT and cybersecurity, reaffirming our commitment to lead the digital transformation for our customers. 

Participation in this congress positions us at the forefront of change, allowing us to establish key industry relationships and strengthen our presence in the technology market. This event represents an invaluable opportunity to exchange knowledge and collaborate with other industry leaders in the search for innovative solutions to today's challenges.

Moderated by Jordi Escalé Castelló from Gartner, we dialogued with Juan Francisco Sierra Sanz from Sorigué and Joan Ral Gene from CELSA GROUP about the importance of technology in business strategies.

They highlighted the relevance of technology strategy and leadership in the current business environment. They also addressed the challenges in adopting new technologies, such as generative artificial intelligence. An enlightening meeting on the crucial role of technology in business innovation.

Our participation in the eShow, Europe's leading eCommerce trade show, reflects our commitment to innovation. We explore trends, establish strategic connections and raise our standard of excellence. 

As a high-performance technology solutions provider, we seek to drive our customers' success in the digital marketplace. Every interaction at this event strengthens our knowledge and motivates us to stay at the forefront of the eCommerce industry.

Total success in our last internal workshop on AppSheet! Our colleagues showed a great interest and participation, strengthening together our technology skills. We believe in continuous learning and sharing knowledge about the latest tools and trends, we keep moving forward together!

Last Wednesday, April 24, the 10th edition of Insurance World Challenges took place in Madrid, under the slogan "10 years changing the game". This event, considered one of the largest in the #insurtech field worldwide, was attended by more than 45 speakers in keynotes, panels, interviews and Show & Tell, highlighting networking as the protagonist. We were present alongside leaders and experts to discuss the global challenges and trends of the insurance industry. During the event, we reaffirmed our commitment to digital transformation by exploring tools and technologies that optimize processes and enrich the customer experience.

We attended the innovation hub for Industry 4.0 in Barcelona, the Advanced Factory 2024, the latest innovations in industrial automation, robotics and technologies for Industry 4.0. The attendance of Icalia Solutions demonstrates the commitment to the technological forefront and the interest in the trends that drive digital transformation in industry.

Icalia presents its new Tech Talks section to share innovative projects! These sessions encourage the exchange of experiences and success stories, fostering collaboration and professional learning. In the first session, Alexis Alvarez, Business Manager of the Innovation Lab area, presented the exciting progress of the Bodega Digital Phase 2 project, in this phase the standard in wine traceability is raised through technologies such as IoT, RFID and Blockchain.

We do not miss the exclusive meeting for companies of the 'Cercle Tecnològic' with Núria Freixas, coordinator of Digital Services of the AMB, and Carme Fàbregas, director of the Systems and Innovation Area of the ATM, the session discussed the role of technology in their organizations. Moderated by Fabrizio Magnani, executive partner at Gartner, the session addressed the technological structure and short-term objectives, including the incorporation of technologies such as AI.

We presented the results of the 'Digital Winery Phase 2' project at Celler LaVinyeta, highlighting the advances in warehouse management and traceability through technologies such as IoT, RFID and Blockchain, which is transforming the supply chain in the wine industry. Our participation highlights the key importance of technology in the evolution of this sector, promoting efficiency and transparency in every step of the process.

David Del Olmo, our Business Manager in cybersecurity, participated in four days of intensive learning, connecting and exploring at Fortinet Accelerate 2024, one of the most prominent events in the industry. During the event, strategies for converging software, hardware and cloud technologies to provide maximum protection against ever-evolving cyber threats were explored. This experience has been invaluable for exchanging ideas with other industry leaders and learning from security experts.

One more year Icalia Solutions is sponsor of #LaNit2024, event organized by COEINF Eng. Informàtica and Telecos.cat.

It has been an honor to be part of this important event that recognizes excellence in the sector. This year, the importance of human talent in the digital field has been highlighted, while stressing the vital importance of ensuring cybersecurity in all technological infrastructures.

Icalia Solutions maintains its commitment to the technological vanguard and innovation, we continue to drive progress in the sector.

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David Del Olmo, our Cybersecurity & Networks expert, attended the meeting where it was inspiring to hear our partners' perspectives and strategies for the coming years. Undoubtedly, these discussions have given us a clear and unified vision of where we are heading as an Arrow partner community.
 
The event made for an exciting day of skiing.

Advanced networking technologies and advanced configurations and network troubleshooting were explored, specifically in technologies such as #FortiGate, #FortiSwitch and #FortiAP.

The Hands-on-lab session allowed us to deploy complex LAN/WLAN topologies, similar to those faced by our customers on a day-to-day basis.

At the event, the powerful capabilities of FortiClient and FortiEDR were explored, highlighting their robust defense against cyber threats. From detection to proactive response, these solutions offer comprehensive protection. We are proud to represent Icalia and reaffirm our commitment to our customers' cyber security.

We dive into the #LiferaySKO2024 experience held in the city of Rome. During the event, Icalia reinforces Liferay's strategy with the slogan "Liferay will serve partners to serve customers", highlighting its commitment to excellence in digital service delivery. This powerful statement is a step forward in shaping the future of Digital Experience platforms. Icalia Solutions is proud to be part of this initiative, which promises significant advances in the technology and customer experience space.

This second phase, supported by the "Innovative Business Clusters 2023" call of the State Research Agency and the European Union NextGenerationEU / PRTR, merges cutting-edge technologies such as blockchain and RFID.

The goal is to elevate traceability in the supply chain, from packaging to the end consumer, certifying each step and addressing inventory and food safety challenges. This project marks a significant step towards the future of the wine industry and the adoption of Industry 4.0.

The Icalia Solutions team gathered for a meeting to mark the start of the new year. During the 2024 Kick Off, ambitious plans have been outlined and innovative ideas have been shared with the aim of consolidating the company's collective vision.

This event has been the perfect setting to align strategies and explore the exciting prospects that await in the coming months. 2024 is full of challenges and learning opportunities for the entire Icalia Solutions team.

Last week, we immersed ourselves with Fortinet in an event full of cybersecurity insights. From Next Generation Firewall to Advanced Datacenter Protection, we explored the latest innovations and vital strategies to protect our digital assets.

Every moment was a journey towards making our defenses more robust. We are excited to implement this knowledge to stay at the forefront of digital security.

The event, which took place on November 16, 2023, was a unique experience in business innovation. It featured informative sessions on the latest technical and business trends presented by Liferay experts. 

We saw insightful insights on the latest trends and challenges in the digital world, providing a unique vision to enrich your perspective on our sector, the event included interactive sessions and a round table, in an emblematic space in Barcelona.

David del Olmo Riera, Business Manager of Cybersecurity & Networks at Icalia Solutions, had the privilege of witnessing the incredible energy and disruptive innovations presented at Arrow's annual event. The meeting, which took place in Marrakech, brought together industry leaders, technology visionaries and cybersecurity experts.

The Cercle Tecnològic (CTecno) celebrated its 15th anniversary together with the Technology Sector Barometer last week. Leading experts, including Mariona Bàdenas, Josep M. Campistol, Ramon Gras Alomà and Jaume Roures, participated in a roundtable to discuss the future of technology from various perspectives. The event promoted innovation and technological growth, and the Barometer presented relevant data on the current technological and business landscape.

On June 13th, our experts from Icalia Solutions had the privilege of attending Atlassian's reference event in Barcelona. This experience was an invaluable opportunity to expand our knowledge and strengthen our expertise in the field of IT Service Management (ITSM). It was important to connect with other industry leaders and professionals, exchanging ideas and experiences around the latest trends in ITSM. Our team was at the epicenter of the conversations, enriching us with knowledge to drive the digital transformation of our customers.

Icalia Solutions is positioned as a Silver Sponsor of Fortinet Security Day, a key event in Barcelona. We are proud to have been a Silver Sponsor of the Security Day organized by Fortinet, a renowned event in the field of cybersecurity, which took place in Barcelona on May 24, and brings together security experts, IT professionals and industry leaders to address the challenges and latest trends in cybersecurity. 

Icalia Solutions experts traveled to Porto to participate in the Liferay DevCon, where they had the opportunity to attend inspiring conferences, specialized workshops and networking sessions with other industry professionals. They learned first-hand about the functionalities and technological innovations to communicate them directly to colleagues and customers, informing them about the latest developments and thus, projecting our current initiatives.

We are delighted to have participated in the Liferay Partner Summit in the city of Porto. It was an excellent opportunity to strengthen our relationships with other partners and explore new possibilities for collaboration in one of the most important events in the technology and web development sector, bringing together leaders from different companies and organizations working with the Liferay platform to share experiences, exchange knowledge and explore new opportunities for collaboration in EMA and advance our international relationships. 

We are delighted to have participated in the Liferay Partner Summit in the city of Porto. It was an excellent opportunity to strengthen our relationships with other partners and explore new possibilities for collaboration, in one of the most important events in the technology and web development sector, brought together leaders from different companies and organizations working with the Liferay platform to share experiences, exchange knowledge and explore new opportunities for collaboration in EMA and advance our international relationships.

Icalia Solutions attended #Accelerate23, an event organized by our partner Fortinet in Orlando, Florida where experts and customers could share experiences in overcoming the most complex cybersecurity challenges. Throughout the event we had the opportunity to discover the latest technologies and methods to keep your networks safe from any threat.

Cybersecurity & Networks team participates in the V Annual Partners Meeting in Puigcerdá with Arrow ECS Spain. An incredible opportunity to strengthen relationships and identify new business opportunities with our partners in a great day in an incredible environment.

Last Thursday, March 9, the Auditori de Barcelona hosted the 28th edition of #LaNit2023. The main theme of the ceremony was climate change and how technology can become the best tool to curb its impact and move towards the sustainability of the planet.

Icalia Solutions was one more year sponsor of the event organized by Telecos.cat and COEINF where ICT professionals and their contribution to society and companies by driving innovation and improving technology were awarded and recognized.

El pasado martes 30 de mayo, el Cluster Digital, uno de los principales referentes en el ámbito tecnológico y digital, organizó un evento dedicado a la ciberseguridad. Entre los destacados ponentes y expertos presentes, se encontraba David Del Olmo, Business Manager Icalia Solutions, quien compartió sus conocimientos y experiencias en una mesa redonda donde proyecto nuestra mirada sobre los desafíos actuales y futuros de la ciberseguridad en Catalunya.

Last Friday, March 31st, we visited the Open Arms UNO accompanied by representatives of the companies that are part of the Technology Circle in an exclusive visit with Oscar Camps, founder and director of the NGO Proactiva Open Arms. A very enriching visit to which we wanted to give visibility because Open Arms needs the technology sector to continue developing its work, and during this meeting we have shared their needs with representatives of companies in the sector, so that they can provide them with solutions.

The event organized by the Women's Commission of 22@NETWORK BCN has allowed us to address the retail sector from the presentations and dialogue of two professionals in the sector. 

The session was very interesting, we were able to see the role of women through the journey and experience of Sabrina Barnhart, Site Lead of Amazon Barcelona and seeing the power of reinvention and adaptability of Nina Kavaliova, Shopping Centre Manager of Diagonal Mar.

Icalia Solutions will attend next October 26th and 27th to the Cloud Expo Europe Madrid, where the most important news and tools from companies to decisive stakeholders will be presented. We will see how the trending topics of the moment will be addressed by more than 200 Keynote Speakers and experts who will share their success stories.

We attend the largest national meeting for professionals specialized in Big Data & AI. Icalia Solutions does not miss the event that will take place next October 26th and 27th in Madrid, with exhibition and networking spaces where the trending topics of the moment will be addressed by national and international Keynote Speakers.

Icalia Solutions team has attended as Brand Sponsor to the Customer Summit with Liferay.

In the event we have been able to see the presentation of Santalucía Group and its new employee portal, where our team has been part contributing with knowledge and expertise within the Strategic Plan of Digital Transformation.

As a specialized company in the cybersecurity sector, Grupo ICA-Icalia Solutions joins Fortinet's team of experts at Security Day Barcelona 2022, where they have analyzed what these challenges are and how the Fortinet Security Fabric architecture can help you strengthen your organization's cybersecurity posture.

Our Applications team has organized a new workshop with focus on Angular 12 to micro-frontends to get to work with components in various front-end technologies applying also more traditional micro-services concepts.

Once again we are official sponsors of the Nit de las Telecomunicacions i la Informàtica, which held its 27th edition on March 21 in the Barcelona Auditorium. A great meeting of the ICT world that brought together professionals, companies, administrations, associations and institutions of the sector and jointly organized by the Catalan Association of Telecommunications Engineering and Digital Technologies and the Official College of Computer Engineering of Catalonia.

Hemos participado en las jornadas de la #WineInnovationWeek para presentar el proyecto IRC, financiado por ACCIÓ en colaboración con INNOVI Clúster Vitivinícola Català y Clúster Digital de Catalunya, que tendrá continuidad con una segunda etapa, combinando la tecnología blockchain con el internet de las cosas (IoT) y la inteligencia artificial

El equipo de selección de Icalia Solutions se sumergió en la 7ª Edición del Digital Talent Day F5, un evento organizado por la Fundación Somos F5 que destaca el Talento en DesarrolloWeb y Fullstack. Participaron en sesiones de SpeedDating con talento digital emergente, explorando oportunidades para futuros profesionales de las TIC. 

En un ambiente enriquecedor, se encontraron con apasionados y diversos expertos tecnológicos, reafirmando el compromiso de Icalia Solutions con el Talento Digital Diverso y la constante búsqueda de profesionales motivados para unirse al equipo.