Government and Public Life

Administrative services and public information resources should be available online without any disruption across different media and be accessible through central portals. Interoperability is key to this, ensuring that data, processes, and IT systems can work together across different organizational levels and that digital services can be reliably provided. However, federal responsibilities and heterogeneous IT landscapes complicate implementation. In addition, requirements for information security, data protection, and reliable digital access, as well as for user-centered design and accessibility, are increasing. These are, however, prerequisites for acceptance and participation in the public sphere and in digital government services.

Why FOKUS

Fraunhofer FOKUS brings its many years of expertise in digital networking as well as process, platform, and data management to the digitization of public administration. Through a wide range of modernization projects, we support policymakers and public administrations on their path toward digital transformation and digital sovereignty.

Solutions within the field of application

Digital Citizen Services & Data Management

Planning, development, and implementation of platforms and data management solutions for digital government services and data-driven public services.

Fraunhofer FOKUS provides support for data strategies, the design and implementation of portals and tools, the analysis and processing of data, and the specification of open, standardized interfaces for interoperable applications.

Information Security, Data Protection

Solutions for securing sensitive data and networked information systems in public and security-related organizational contexts.

Fraunhofer FOKUS develops approaches that integrate technical, organizational, and legal and regulatory requirements and protect stakeholders in public safety and security, healthcare, and critical infrastructure from IT security risks and cyberattacks.

User-Centric Administrative Applications

Development and evaluation of user-centric, accessible digital government services.

Fraunhofer FOKUS designs and evaluates interactive digital services with a focus on clarity, accessibility, and needs-based use. The process centers on user requirements to enable modern and effective government services.

Accessible Indoor Navigation

Solutions for high-precision, accessible indoor navigation in public buildings.

Fraunhofer-FOKUS is developing systems that enable reliable navigation via smartphone in buildings such as hospitals, train stations, airports, and government offices. These systems are designed to work offline and to be accessible to all users.

Open Urban Platforms & Standards

Design and implementation of open urban platforms based on open standards to sustainably strengthen digital sovereignty.

Fraunhofer FOKUS develops solutions for interoperable urban information and communication technologies, thereby supporting the design of sustainable, open platform approaches for smart city infrastructures.

Our Experts

André Paul

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Dipl.-Inf. André Paul

Senior Project Manager

Expert in digital transformation of government and industry, and secure software systems

Phone +49 30 3463-7336

Jens Klessmann

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Dr. Jens Klessmann

Director Business Unit Digital Public Services

Expert in data infrastructures for the public sector

Phone +49 30 3463-7285