Incentivos Fiscais: Redução de alíquotas de ISS para empresas de base tecnológica que se instalam no município.

5. Conexão com o RS

Gravataí não atua de forma isolada; ela é uma peça-chave do corredor de inovação do Rio Grande do Sul, mantendo conexões diretas com:

Instituto Caldeira (Porto Alegre).

Tecnosinos (São Leopoldo).

Feevale Techpark (Novo Hamburgo).

6. Resumo da Visão

Gravataí, a “cidade da GM”, se consolida como um polo onde a tradição industrial encontra a agilidade digital. O ecossistema é voltado para resultados práticos: inovação que aumenta a produtividade das fábricas e a qualidade de vida urbana.

GOVERNANÇA DO ECOSSISTEMA DE GRAVATAÍ

A governança do ecossistema de inovação de Gravataí (RS) é um caso de sucesso no Rio Grande do Sul, baseada no conceito de Quádrupla Hélice (Integração entre Poder Público, Academia, Iniciativa Privada e Sociedade Civil).

Em 2026, a cidade consolida sua transição de um polo puramente industrial (automotivo) para um polo tecnológico diversificado.

1. O Orquestrador: Conselho Municipal de Inovação (SMI)

O coração da governança é o SMI (Sistema Municipal de Inovação). Ele é o órgão consultivo e deliberativo que reúne os atores locais para definir as prioridades de investimento e políticas públicas.

Lei de Inovação: Gravataí possui uma legislação própria que permite incentivos fiscais e a criação de fundos destinados exclusivamente a projetos tecnológicos.

Fundo Municipal de Inovação: Recurso carimbado para apoiar startups locais e projetos de pesquisa e desenvolvimento (P&D).

2. O Braço Executor: Prado.tech

O Prado.tech é o hub central de inovação de Gravataí. Localizado dentro do bairro planejado Prado Bairro-Cidade, ele funciona como a “âncora física” da governança.

Papel: Conectar as indústrias do distrito industrial às novas soluções de tecnologia.

Foco: Cidades Inteligentes (Smart Cities), Logística e GovTech.

3. Verticais Estratégicas da Governança

Transformação Industrial
migração do foco exclusivo automotivo (GM e sistemistas) para Indústria 4.0 e novos modais de energia.

Educação e Talentos
Parcerias estreitas com o SENAI, IFSul e universidades locais para formação rápida de programadores e técnicos em automação.

Desburocratização
Implementação de um “Sandbox Regulatório”, permitindo que startups testem tecnologias urbanas com menos travas burocráticas.

Hub Logístico
Aproveitamento da localização estratégica (BR-290 e proximidade com Porto Alegre) para atrair startups de Logtech.

4. Atores Principais

Poder Público: Prefeitura Municipal, através da Secretaria de Inovação, Ciência e Tecnologia (SMICT).

Academia: Presença forte do SENAI (referência em indústria) e do IFSul, que alimentam o ecossistema com capital intelectual.

Empresas: Grandes players como a General Motors (GM) e a Dana, que funcionam como “empresas-mãe” para o desenvolvimento de fornecedores tecnológicos.

Entidades de Classe: ACIGRA (Associação Comercial e Industrial) e Sindilojas, que garantem que o comércio e a indústria local estejam alinhados às tendências digitais.

5. O Ecossistema “Gravataí Inovadora”

A governança se manifesta através do movimento Gravataí Inovadora, uma marca territorial que promove o município em eventos como o South Summit Brazil e o Gramado Summit.

Destaque em 2026: A cidade tem focado na GovTech, utilizando o ecossistema para digitalizar 100% dos serviços públicos municipais, tornando-se um laboratório vivo de gestão pública eficiente.

GRAVATAÍ INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM

The innovation ecosystem of Gravataí (RS) is one of the most promising in the Porto Alegre metropolitan region, characterized by a strategic transition: the evolution from a purely industrial DNA (focused on the automotive sector) to a diversified, technology-based economy.

In 2026, the ecosystem will be consolidated under the brand “Gravataí Inovadora” (Innovative Gravataí). Here is the detailed structure:

1. The Central Hub: Prado.tech

Located within the Prado Bairro-Cidade (Prado Neighborhood-City), Prado.tech is the physical anchor of the ecosystem.

Profile: An innovation hub connecting established companies, startups, and academia.

Focus: Strongly active in Smart Cities, Logistics, and Industrial Technologies.

Differentiating Factor: Located in a planned neighborhood, it functions as a “living lab” for testing urban and infrastructure solutions.

2. Governance: Quadruple Helix

Governance in Gravataí is recognized for its mature articulation between the four pillars:

Public Sector: Through the Municipal Secretariat of Innovation, Science and Technology (SMICT), which implemented the Municipal Innovation Law and the Municipal Innovation Fund.

Private Sector: Led by giants such as General Motors (GM), Dana, and Pirelli, which demand constant innovation in their supply chains.

Academia: Fundamental support from SENAI (a reference in industrial training), IFSul, and partnerships with universities such as Ulbra and Unisinos.

Civil Society: Represented by entities such as ACIGRA (Commercial, Industrial and Services Association of Gravataí).

3. Strategic Verticals

AutoTech & Mobility
Evolution of the automotive supply chain towards electric, autonomous, and energy-efficient vehicles.

LogTech
Leveraging the privileged geographic location (intersection of BR-290 and RS-118) for intelligent logistics solutions.

GovTech
Focus on the digitalization of public services and reducing bureaucracy for citizens and businesses.

EdTech
Accelerated training programs for technological talent to meet the demand of local companies.

4. Programs and Incentives

Startup Gravataí: Acceleration and development program that seeks to attract and retain new technology businesses in the city.

Regulatory Sandbox: Legislation that allows startups to test new products and business models in isolated areas of the city with regulatory flexibility.

Tax Incentives: Reduction of ISS (Service Tax) rates for technology-based companies that establish themselves in the municipality.

5. Connection with Rio Grande do Sul

Gravataí does not operate in isolation; it is a key piece of the innovation corridor of Rio Grande do Sul, maintaining direct connections with:

Instituto Caldeira (Porto Alegre).

Tecnosinos (São Leopoldo).

Feevale Techpark (Novo Hamburgo).

6. Vision Summary

Gravataí, the “GM city,” is consolidating itself as a hub where industrial tradition meets digital agility. The ecosystem is geared towards practical results: innovation that increases factory productivity and urban quality of life.

GRAVATAÍ ECOSYSTEM GOVERNANCE

The governance of the Gravataí (RS) innovation ecosystem is a success story in Rio Grande do Sul, based on the Quadruple Helix concept (Integration between Public Power, Academia, Private Initiative, and Civil Society).

In 2026, the city will consolidate its transition from a purely industrial (automotive) hub to a diversified technological hub.

1. The Orchestrator: Municipal Innovation Council (SMI)

The heart of governance is the SMI (Municipal Innovation System). It is the advisory and deliberative body that brings together local stakeholders to define investment priorities and public policies.

Innovation Law: Gravataí has ​​its own legislation that allows for tax incentives and the creation of funds exclusively for technological projects.

Municipal Innovation Fund: Earmarked resources to support local startups and research and development (R&D) projects.

2. The Executing Arm: Prado.tech

Prado.tech is Gravataí’s central innovation hub. Located within the planned Prado Bairro-Cidade neighborhood, it functions as the “physical anchor” of governance.

Role: To connect the industries of the industrial district to new technology solutions.

Focus: Smart Cities, Logistics, and GovTech.

3. Strategic Governance Verticals

Industrial Transformation
Shifting the exclusive focus from automotive (GM and system integrators) to Industry 4.0 and new energy models.

Education and Talent
Close partnerships with SENAI, IFSul, and local universities for the rapid training of programmers and automation technicians.

Debureaucratization
Implementation of a “Regulatory Sandbox,” allowing startups to test urban technologies with fewer bureaucratic obstacles.

Logistics Hub
Leveraging the strategic location (BR-290 and proximity to Porto Alegre) to attract Logtech startups.

4. Key Actors

Public Sector: Municipal Government, through the Secretariat of Innovation, Science and Technology (SMICT).

Academia: Strong presence of

SENAI (a benchmark in industry) and IFSul, which nourish the ecosystem with intellectual capital.

Companies: Large players such as General Motors (GM) and Dana, which function as “parent companies” for the development of technology suppliers.

Trade Associations: ACIGRA (Commercial and Industrial Association) and Sindilojas, which ensure that local commerce and industry are aligned with digital trends.

5. The “Innovative Gravataí” Ecosystem

Governance is manifested through the “Innovative Gravataí” movement, a territorial brand that promotes the municipality at events such as the South Summit Brazil and the Gramado Summit.

Highlight in 2026: The city has focused on GovTech, using the ecosystem to digitize 100% of municipal public services, becoming a living laboratory of efficient public management.