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Regional Competence Centers for Work-Related Research as Drivers of Innovation in the Digital Transformation – An Overview

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The current working society is constantly seeking innovation and improvement, with digitization being a driving force in this pursuit. In particular, there has been a significant focus on the utilization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, as they are expected to bring about technological advancements and enhanced economic competitiveness. The ultimate goal is to effectively integrate these digital technologies, especially in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in order to promote sustainable structural changes within the working society. To achieve this objective, eight “Regional Competence Centers for Work-Related Research” have been established, tasked with researching and appropriately introducing the socio-economic opportunities and risks associated with digital technology implementation. This article provides a brief overview of these research and transfer networks, including their objectives, stakeholders, structures, and activities.

Source: Zeitschrift für Arbeitswissenschaft

DOI: 10.1007/s41449-024-00433-6

Author: Martin Braun

Institution: Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering

Language: English

Topic: Corporate Management and Leadership

Subfield: Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Decent work and economic growth, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,290