Secretariat of Economic Development of Sao Paulo
The São Paulo State Secretariat for Economic Development is responsible for promoting employment, private sector productivity, competitiveness and regional economic development across the State of São Paulo. The Secretariat designs and implements policies that strengthen economic freedom, entrepreneurship, innovation and reindustrialization, while fostering local capabilities and territorial development. Its mission is to position São Paulo as a leading business and innovation hub in Latin America through efficient public policies, institutional coordination and a strong commitment to measurable impact.
What is this Local Initiatives Marketplace stand all about?
Initiative name
SP Produz State Program for the Development of Local Productive Chains
Initiative country
Brazil
Initiative description
SP Produz is a state-level policy that strengthens local production systems by fostering coordination among geographically concentrated firms and institutions. The program supports regional value chains through governance-building, strategic planning and coordinated actions to improve competitiveness, innovation, productivity and market access. By aligning incentives for collective action across all stages of the value chain, SP Produz enhances productivity, reduces costs, and generates employment and income. Operating across multiple sectors, the program strengthens local capabilities and contributes to reducing regional inequalities, enabling more resilient and dynamic regional economies.