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Focus AreasDigital Transformation

The digitalisation and connectivity of the economy and society, and more specifically the digital transformation of industry is a critical factor for Europe’s competitiveness, growth and jobs. Technological developments bring new opportunities but also challenges and concerns that need to be addressed. The Digital Transformation Working Group focuses on recommendations from a cross-sector perspective on how to achieve a successful digital transformation that brings value for industry and society.

The ERT "Digital Transformation" Working Group:

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Chair

Christian Klein

Chief Executive Officer and Member of the Executive Board of SAP SE/ SAP

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Convenor

Andreas Tegge

SAP

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Contact

Hanno Woelm

ERT

hanno.woelm@ert.eu

Featured Documents

2 March 2023

ERT publishes Expert Paper on EU Artificial Intelligence Act

The potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data-driven tools to drive productivity and economic growth in Europe is vast. However, the European Union is behind its main competitors when it...
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13 December 2022

Expert Paper – The Digitally-Enabled Workforce of the Future

Around the world, COVID-19 has accelerated the transition to digital and flexible workplaces. New technologies will transform the way work is done, boosting productivity while giving employees flexibility in where,...
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6 December 2022

ERT welcomes Council position on AI

Brussels, 6 December 2022: Earlier this year, the European Commission presented a proposal laying down harmonised rules on Artificial Intelligence (Artificial Intelligence Act). ERT supports its vision of creating trustworthy...
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12 October 2022

ERT Expert Paper – Action Plan for a Digitally Enabled Green Transition

Europe’s political leaders have set important ambitions for the transition that the EU economy and society must undergo during the coming decades. The EU and the Member States have agreed...
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7 October 2022

ERT issues Industrial Competitiveness Alert

Soaring energy prices are currently precipitating an alarming decline in the competitiveness of Europe’s industrial energy consumers. In this short summary paper, ERT highlights the significant implications of the current...
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11 May 2022

Joint Statement on the upcoming Trade & Technology Council

We, a coalition of trade associations from both sides of the Atlantic, representing businesses of all sizes and active in a variety of sectors, strongly support efforts to strengthen the...
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9 June 2021

ERT Expert Paper – B2B Data Sharing

Enterprise data is increasingly seen as both a strategic resource and essential utility for economic progress worldwide. New digital business models are shifting from closed, linear value chains to open,...
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3 May 2021

Europe’s industrial leaders spell out key performance indicators for the EU’s digital transformation

BRUSSELS, 3 MAY 2021: Following the launch of the European Commission’s Digital Compass in March, corporate leaders from across the industrial & technological landscape have weighed in with their position...
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9 March 2021

ERT Expert Paper on Artificial Intelligence

Adoption of Artificial intelligence (AI) and data-driven tools will be a core driver of productivity and economic growth in Europe over the coming years. These tools will also play a...
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21 December 2020

Joint Statement on Safeguarding Data Flows

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10 December 2020

Europe’s industrial leaders voice their support for EU climate goals and share ideas to empower transition

  Support of European industrialists comes during a critical week for the EU as a 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target is on agenda of EU Summit ERT’s endorsement of the...
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26 November 2020

Schrems II: Impact Survey Report – November 2020

ACEA, BusinessEurope, DigtialEurope and ERT conducted a survey of businesses of all sizes and sectors across Europe to understand the impact of #Schrems2 on data transfers to the rest of...
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18 September 2020

Latest analysis of 5G roll-out in Europe reveals slow progress

  BRUSSELS, 18 SEPTEMBER 2020: As agitated geopolitics and disinformation cast a shadow on the deployment of 5G technology in various countries, the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) today...
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10 June 2020

European industrial leaders support the Next Generation EU recovery plan

As many European countries move to gradually reopen their economies, European corporate leaders today announced their support for European Commission (EC) President von der Leyen’s Next Generation EU recovery plan¹...
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29 April 2020

ERT Position on Cybersecurity

With the increasing digitalisation of business, cybersecurity risks will intensify, placing constraints on the future development of Europe. Governments, citizens and industry all have a role to play in managing...
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15 March 2020

ERT Position on the Regulatory Framework for 5G

If Europe is to achieve the European Commission’s ambition of becoming “fit for the digital age”, ERT believes that faster and more effective action is needed, to drive digital transformation...
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Digital Transformation


All Focus Areas

Competitiveness & Innovation

European companies and their employees are under increasing pressure from international competition.

Strengthening Europe’s Place in the World

The European Union has benefited its citizens economically and socially, regardless of the current challenges.

Digital Transformation

The digital transformation of industry is a critical factor for Europe’s competitiveness, growth and jobs.

Jobs, Skills & Impact

Europe’s greatest asset is its people and their diversity. We focus on bridging the skills gap and building an inclusive company culture.

Energy Transition & Climate Change

The EU has taken a global lead in climate action - climate neutrality and global competitiveness must be mutually reinforcing.

Trade & Market Access

Free trade is one of the founding principles of the EU, and we need to take a stand to protect and preserve it.

Competition Policy

Unfair trading practices as well as the increasing dominance of global companies originating in the East and West are threatening Europe’s economy.

CFO Platform

Europe must become a more attractive destination for doing business and making investments.


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