10 years of data protection balance sheet (www.industrial-production.de)
GDPR remains a burden factor for companies
Ten years after the GDPR came into force, 71% of companies have largely implemented the requirements, according to Bitkom. At the same time, effort, legal uncertainty and complexity are increasing. Many companies see new problems, particularly when using AI.
read more...Bitkom survey (www.polyformnext.de)
Humanoid robots as a means to combat the skills gap
Humanoid robots are already performing various tasks in industrial production. A representative survey commissioned by the digital association Bitkom shows how the industry views this overall.
read more...Digital Sovereignty (www.computer-automation.de)
Majority want Technology from Europe
A large majority in Germany would like more digital independence. According to the Bitkom survey, 99% consider more sovereignty to be important, while at the same time many feel that switching to European providers is too time-consuming.
read more...Bitkom study (www.computer-automation.de)
Companies are hesitant about quantum computing
The majority of companies recognize the potential of quantum computing, but hardly invest in it. The reasons for this are a lack of personnel, unclear applications and high barriers to accessing the technology.
read more...Bitkom (www.computer-automation.de)
Shutdown after only 20 Hours
German companies believe they are inadequately prepared for hybrid threats. According to a Bitkom survey, they would only be able to continue working for an average of 20 hours in the event of an internet outage. 83% of respondents expect a serious crisis as a result of hybrid attacks.
read more...Bitkom survey 2026 (www.industrial-production.de)
Divided mood in start-ups
A third of tech start-ups in Germany report an improved business situation, almost as many report a deterioration. Nine % expect a possible insolvency within a year. Only half would start up again in Germany.
read more...Bitkom Survey 2026 (www.computer-automation.de)
Divided Mood in Start-ups
A third of tech start-ups in Germany report an improved business situation, almost as many report a deterioration. Nine % expect a possible insolvency within a year. Only half would start up again in Germany.
read more...Bitkom Study on Gaming (www.computer-automation.de)
Women gamble longer than Men
According to a representative Bitkom survey, 52% of Germans use a mouse, controller or smartphone at least occasionally. Gaming is also widespread among senior citizens - one in five people aged 65 and over play games.
read more...Bitkom survey on the use of AI (www.polyformnext.de)
AI in the company: Majority rely on fee-based offers
More and more companies in Germany are relying on artificial intelligence - and predominantly using paid services. According to a recent Bitkom survey, two thirds of AI-active companies use paid services, often because of additional functions and higher computing power. However, the choice between free and paid versions involves not only technical but also data protection considerations.
read more...Bitkom survey on the use of AI (www.industrial-production.de)
Majority of companies rely on fee-based services
A recent survey by the digital association Bitkom shows that companies in Germany that use artificial intelligence (AI) predominantly rely on paid services.
read more...Bitkom survey on the use of AI (www.computer-automation.de)
Majority of companies rely on fee-based services
A recent survey by the digital association Bitkom shows that companies in Germany that use artificial intelligence (AI) predominantly rely on paid services.
read more...Bitkom on International Women's Day (www.industrial-production.de)
Lack of women, lost opportunities: IT professions still in the hands of men
Whether programming, cloud architecture or AI development - IT and digital professions are still a male domain. The proportion of women is vanishingly low and, from the perspective of the German economy, this jeopardizes the country's innovative strength and competitiveness.
read more...Bitkom on International Women's Day (www.computer-automation.de)
Lack of women, lost opportunities: IT professions still in the hands of men
Whether programming, cloud architecture or AI development - IT and digital professions are still a male domain. The proportion of women is vanishingly low and, from the perspective of the German economy, this jeopardizes the country's innovative strength and competitiveness.
read more...Bitkom (www.computer-automation.de)
How the German government's digital policy is performing
Shortly before the Bundestag elections, the digital association Bitkom presented its final report on digital policy in the 20th legislative period. The results are mixed.
read more...Bitkom on the AI Act (www.computer-automation.de)
Criticism of Lack of Clarity for Companies
From February 2, 2025, further provisions of the AI Act will apply in the European Union. The digital association Bitkom expresses concerns about the practical implementation.
read more...Bitkom on artificial intelligence (www.industrial-production.de)
Massive implementation problems with AI
Artificial intelligence is a megatrend. Machine learning in particular is on the rise, according to the digital association Bitkom. However, there is still a lack of implementation.
read more...Two studies on Industry 4.0 (www.industrial-production.de)
German industry at the forefront of digitalization internationally
With regard to Industry 4.0, "Germany is far ahead internationally", according to a recent Bitkom study. The ITC association is not alone in this; Deloitte also sees Germany in a leading position.
read more...Digital association Bitkom (www.industrial-production.de)
Survey: majority in favor of ending education federalism
The results of a survey conducted by the digital association Bitkom show that the majority of German citizens believe that German federalism in education is outdated.
read more...Bitkom industry (www.industrial-production.de)
40,000 additional jobs in one year
Sales and employment in the Bitkom sector will continue to grow in 2019.
read more...IT experts (www.industrial-production.de)
Knowledge as a service
Whether engineering firms or freelancers, they offer the same service: expertise. In the course of the digital transformation and the shortage of skilled workers, the importance of external services is increasing, as shown by studies and the offerings of personnel service providers and companies.
read more...Bitkom statement on GDPR / Telemedia Act (www.industrial-production.de)
"Devastating signal" to willing companies
The industry association Bitkom criticizes the position of the Data Protection Conference on web tracking. In the view of the industry association, its interpretation of the legal situation is incorrect and creates uncertainty for companies.
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