This conceptual research aims to deepen the theoretical discussion about the Digital Industrial Cluster (DIC) in a post-pandemic world. The DIC represents a novel model of digital agglomeration, building upon the evolution of Industrial Clusters. The research takes a discursive and theoretical approach, exploring the deployment of the DIC through the analysis of scientific publications on digital agglomeration. It also considers previous research on the pandemic's impact on globalization and digital agglomeration, as well as literature on innovation and Industry 4.0 for digital policy. The findings propose a seven-layers model of digital transformation necessary for deploying a DIC. The research presents expected externalities and key challenges for DIC deployment, with innovation and Industry 4.0 remaining central to digital agglomeration. This study aims to assist policymakers and cluster organizations in visualizing the organization and development of a real-world DIC. However, empirical research is necessary to evaluate the potential benefits and identify regions suitable for participation in such a project.
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