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Companies today face major challenges: technological progress, digitalisation, a shortage of skilled workers and cost pressure are making operational processes more difficult. Traditional outsourcing is often no longer enough. Instead, many companies are turning to ‘smart sourcing’ – a flexible strategy that combines internal resources with external expertise. In this blog post, you will learn how to successfully make the transition to smart sourcing and what role managed services play in the process.

The energy transition is being shaped by innovative technology and digitalisation: How the VideKIS research project is contributing to the integration of renewable energies. The VideKIS project is researching the use of modern technologies and digital solutions to integrate small and micro renewable energy systems into the grid in a grid-friendly and efficient manner. The aim is to ensure a sustainable and stable energy supply in a decentralised energy landscape.

In the first two parts of this blog post, we looked at the concept of creativity and the role of humans and their creative potential in the creative process. In this part, we take a broader perspective and look at how some approaches from the field of GenAI work in connection with human cognitive processes.

In the IT world, we are confronted with complex decisions on a daily basis - be it in architecture planning, technology selection or proposal management. Faced with limited rationality and an uncertain world, we often resort to heuristics: simple, quick decision-making strategies that offer effective solutions despite limited information. From "tallying" to "take-the-best" - in our new blog post, we introduce you to practical heuristics that will help you make smart decisions without getting bogged down in complexity.

The increase in the contribution assessment ceiling from 2025 will change the company pension system. The pension reform raises many questions – including ‘What impact will this change have on the company pension system?’ and ‘What challenges will arise for companies, employees, insurers and pension providers?’ In our blog post, I highlight the many implications and suggest possible solutions.

Influencer marketing has evolved from mere product placement to a platform for thought leadership. In my blog post, I describe how influencers use their expertise and credibility to build not only reach but also deep trust – especially in the B2B sector. Learn how thought leaders act as authentic and valuable voices in niche markets and help companies position themselves as industry leaders.

Ihr habt euer Studium abgeschlossen oder wollt in die IT-Beratung einsteigen, wisst aber nicht genau wie? Dann ist vielleicht ein Trainneeprogrammdas Richtige für euch. In diesem Blog-Beitrag teile ich meine Erfahrungen aus meinem absolvierten adesso orange SAP Traineeprogramm.

The energy industry is in a state of upheaval: decentralisation, renewable energies and digitalisation are shaping the future. In this dynamic phase, adesso and CURSOR Software AG are setting an example with their partnership. Together, they offer energy suppliers tailor-made solutions for the digital transformation. In this blog post, I will explain exactly what this partnership is all about.

The EU AI Act has come into force and brings with it far-reaching changes for the development and use of AI in Europe. Companies, public authorities and providers of AI systems must now prepare for the upcoming regulations and deadlines. Those who act now can avoid unnecessary risks and benefit from timely adaptation. In my blog post, you can find out which steps are necessary and which deadlines you need to keep in mind.

Insurers are also modernising with cloud providers such as Amazon, Microsoft and Google. Global usage has increased thirteenfold since 2010. By 2025, revenues are expected to grow by 20 per cent to US$825 billion. In Germany, growth is estimated at 20 per cent. The use of cloud environments is standard, 'cloud first'. What are the challenges facing companies and how can they be tackled effectively?