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It is nothing new that SMEs need to adopt new technologies in order to be more competitive. This need has been further exacerbated in the aftermath of the pandemic, where online shopping increased exponentially, resulting in 3 out of 4 households making a purchase using this method. As for SMEs, the use of websites increased by 66% and their online sales by 61% compared to the pre-pandemic data.

The influence of exports on Spain's economic development has been a topic of extensive research for decades. Initially focused on the foreign sales vs. import substitution debate in the 1950s, this relationship has gained even more significance in the era of globalization. The evolution of foreign trade frameworks, emergence of trade blocs, and reduced trade barriers have reshaped this connection. Today, multiple theories attempt to elucidate the intricate relationship between a country's economic growth and its exports.