tech
May 4, 2026
Competitiveness with Digital Purpose
82% of organizations already use this technology to some extent. Photo: iStock
TL;DR
- Technology is the main enabler of competitiveness in the 21st century.
- Developing digital talent from childhood is a strategic national decision for Colombia.
- Girls face a confidence gap in STEM, with only 27% feeling secure in mathematics in Latin America.
- Families, schools, and the state must collaborate to close digital and confidence gaps.
- Private sector initiatives like 'Escuelas Conectadas' have connected over 385,000 students.
- Technology rooms in municipalities have provided digital tools for vulnerable populations, leading to employment and business creation.
- National competitiveness is measured by a country's ability to develop its people's potential, starting with ensuring technology is accessible to all children.