Medium -sized business takes over the rudder: digitization conquers industry!

Medium -sized business takes over the rudder: digitization conquers industry!

The digital Transformation is on everyone's lips and has a firm grip on German industry in particular. SMEs in particular run the business with modern technologies in full swing. In a current analysis of It Daily shows that almost two thirds of the companies have already implemented modern data management systems with 100 to 499 employees. This number is quite impressive, especially compared to the 57 % of large companies that follow a similar path.

And it goes even further: A look at the use of IIoT technologies shows that 58 % of medium-sized companies have introduced this innovative technology, while only 37 % of large companies follow them. This data illustrates how committed the medium -sized businesses drives digitization and thus the leadership class of industry is a bit.

investments and future perspectives

When it comes to the budget, over 50 % of medium -sized companies plan to further increase the expenditure for data management and IIoot. In contrast, large companies with 40 % and 39 % show a lower willingness to invest in these areas. This future-oriented way of thinking is also reflected in the implementation of real-time data platforms: 73 % of medium-sized companies use these technologies, while only 59 % have dared to take this step.

The integration of external data sources is also widespread in the middle class: 79 % rely on 70 % of large companies. This trend shows how important it is to evaluate new data sources and integrate it into the existing systems.

The challenge remains, however, and this also means that companies have to deal intensively with new technologies. According to a survey, 64 % of medium -sized companies have Predictive Maintenance - they are well positioned in the competition. Nevertheless, in terms of artificial intelligence (AI), medium-sized companies have to catch up: only 33 % use AI applications, while 37 % of large companies have already taken this step.

support from the BMWK

The Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection (BMWK) plays an active role in promoting digitization in the middle class. Since 2012 it has been supporting small and medium-sized companies, start-ups and the craft through the main focus of Mittelstand-Digital. The goal? The closure of the digitization gap between SMEs and large companies, especially in the area of AI. From 2024, the focus will be expanded even more on AI applications in order to meet the challenges such as the shortage of skilled workers. Medium-sized business Digital will act as a central contact and offer real added value.

one is clear: the middle class is now on a crossroads that is not only visible in the financial investments, but also in strategic planning and cooperation inside and outside the companies. The digital transformation requires comprehensive changes in business processes, corporate culture and especially in customer interaction.

success criteria for the digital future

In order to survive in the digital world, some success factors are of the greatest importance. A strategic procedure and clear corporate management are essential. The development of digital skills and a strong focus on lifelong learning is just as much a part of the integration of the workforce into the digitization process. Innovative culture including creativity and openness to new ideas must be promoted to successfully implement the digital transformation.

After all, the framework conditions for digital transformation must also be observed. The challenges should not be underestimated: a lack of IT infrastructure, missing skilled workers and security aspects are just a few of the hurdles that need to be overcome. Nevertheless, the middle class and its decision -makers remain optimistic. After all, digitization not only means a technical changeover, but also an opportunity for cost efficiency and resource optimization, such as WirtschaftsImpulse

With the right mix of investments, strategic planning and the courage to change, the German middle class is facing an exciting future. Whether he successfully mastered this challenge remains to be seen, but the signs are anything but bad.