More than 750 IT managers from various industries gathered at the 'Hamburger IT-Strategietage' conference on 22nd and 23rd February 2018 to discuss current strategies, requirements and management approaches as well as the topics of more efficient IT structures. The motto of the event was 'The Next Level of Innovation - From the Laboratories to Business'. It became very clear that for many IT departments it is no longer only ne...

A recent survey by digital association Bitkom has found that German companies are rather reluctant to use new technologies. This applies in particular to the use of AI, 3D printers, blockchain and robotics as well. In addition to data protection and security requirements, the shortage of skilled workers is a major obstacle when it comes to the introduction of new technologies. Author: Martin Krill, Managing Partner, Hager

The requirement profiles of executives is getting increasingly demanding with the digital transformation of the economy. Alongside the classical management skills, they need ever greater digital competency. At the same time, they are required to keep an eye on entrepreneurial developments and to further advance the overall strategy. In addition to the classic management skills, know-how in areas such as artificial intelligence, cyber security and...