Digital transformation broad and deep on March 18 & 19, 2026, in Berlin
Fraunhofer will once again be a Platinum Partner of TRANSFORM Berlin in 2026.
On March 18 and 19, 2026, you can look forward to innovative solutions for digital transformation, compelling keynotes, and our popular Cube Class tutorials.
Here you will find all the information you need about Fraunhofer's presence at TRANSFORM.
This year, the main stage at TRANSFORM will once again feature a highlight from Fraunhofer: Stefan Wrobel, one of Germany's leading AI researchers, will bridge the gap between artificial intelligence as a perceived science fiction topic and its concrete industrial application—including for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 12:00 p.m.
Transformation Stage
Prof. Dr. Stefan Wrobel,
Vice Chair Fraunhofer ICT Group and Director Fraunhofer Institute for Intelligent Analysis and Information Systems IAIS
Artificial intelligence has long been more than just a technological promise—it is already shaping the economy, society, and science today. But how can we make the leap from hype to real added value? This presentation will shed light on the development of algorithms, from specialized agents to the vision of general intelligence. Concrete examples will be used to show how AI solutions can deliver real benefits in practice and where challenges still remain. The aim is to present realistic perspectives and discuss how Germany can tap into the potential of AI in a responsible and profitable manner.
Our experts will be presenting their solutions right here at the Fraunhofer booth. This year, we have the following in store: IT security for executives, a low-threshold AI construction kit for your company, safe and flexible workspaces for humans and robots, and digitization solutions for public infrastructures.
Learn more at our virtual booth in the TRANSFORM app.
Fraunhofer IEM is Europe's leading provider of Certified Security Champion training courses. We offer training in cyber resilience and software security for individuals and companies. We train executives, product managers, and developers in German and English, both on-site and online. Our training content and learning objectives are based on the latest scientific findings and can be tailored to your company's specific context upon request.
The European AI-on-Demand platform brings together AI resources, tools, services, and stakeholders from across Europe in one central location. The booth shows what the platform already enables today and where it is headed—with insights into initial use cases, demonstrations, available offerings, and opportunities for cooperation and entry for SMEs, startups, and the European AI ecosystem. Information on early adopters, upcoming releases, open calls, and partnerships round out the offering.
We present an exhibit on person recognition for more flexible robotics applications in production. Our camera-based solution combines classic and AI-supported algorithms to detect people. This allows conservative safety precautions to be bypassed and system performance to be increased. Using freely definable safety zones, we demonstrate how safety distances between humans and machines can be easily adapted to changing production environments.
The Fraunhofer IGD presents solutions for the infrastructure and public services sector. With its cutting-edge research, the institute is shaping the twin transformation—the digital and sustainable advancement of infrastructure and public services. It supports public and private stakeholders with application-specific solutions in the areas of transportation, energy, and IT infrastructure, administration, smart cities, and security and information systems. This results in practical innovations for a sustainable society.
The webinars leading up to TRANSFORM provide executives with structured, practical access to key topics relating to the future and transformation. Each session provides a comprehensive overview of a specific topic, concrete, actionable recommendations for everyday business, and guidance and added value for decision-makers involved in transformation processes.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Online via MS Teams
Verena Dondorf and Dr. Daniela Vogel,
Fraunhofer Institute for Mechatronic Design IEM
The introduction of artificial intelligence is not only a technological task, but above all an organizational and human one. We show how AI can be effectively introduced with a focus on engineering when technology, organization, and change are considered together. The presentation explains our approach, from strategic AI decisions and changed role and competency profiles to targeted change initiatives and measurable results. Using selected practical examples, we provide insights into our solutions and bring the triad of AI, change, and engineering to life. The presentation is interactive and invites active discussion.
In our popular Cube Classes right at the Fraunhofer booth, you'll be right at the heart of the action:
Our experts will provide concise, to-the-point information about their solutions and will be happy to talk to you afterwards.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 2:30 p.m.
Fraunhofer Booth
Dr. Andrea Matic-Flierl and Anna Guderitz,
Fraunhofer Institute for Cognitive Systems IKS
Modern robot-assisted production environments often have a problem: static safety measures such as light barriers and cages slow down flexibility and efficiency. Our AI-based camera system provides a solution in the form of flexible, dynamically adaptable safety zones—depending on current production requirements.
We show how such safety zones can be configured depending on the situation and adapted without costly modifications. People are reliably detected and clearly distinguished from machines, which reduces downtime, lowers setup and engineering costs, and increases productivity.
The modular system can be retrofitted, transferred to different systems, and increases the cost-effectiveness of production. The solution combines innovative technology with practical applicability—safety, efficiency, and flexibility go hand in hand.
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 1:00 p.m.
Fraunhofer Booth
Dr. Eva Klien,
Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Graphics Research IGD
In infrastructure projects, complex, data-intensive planning processes are often a key factor in terms of time and cost.
The showcase demonstrates a productive approach to accelerating data-intensive planning processes. Using the example of fiber optic expansion, automated workflows for processing large amounts of image and 3D data, virtual inspections, and AI-supported evaluations are presented. Planning steps are parallelized, throughput times are significantly reduced, and the basis for decision-making is improved at an early stage.
The approach is scalable and transferable to other complex planning and infrastructure projects.
The Masterclasses go into depth! In 90 minutes, you will gain detailed insights into digital transformation from our Fraunhofer experts, who always consider the specific application tailored to your needs.
The Solution Stage is more compact: this is where solution seekers meet solution providers. Our developers will give you concrete ideas in 20 minutes. Interested? Then don't hesitate to come and talk to us afterwards!
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
LearnLab 1
Dr. Matthias Becker und Sebastian Leuer,
Fraunhofer Institute for Mechatronic Design IEM
Laws such as the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and the growing complexity of networked products make it necessary to identify potential security risks early on and address them in a targeted manner. Threat modeling is a structured process for identifying, communicating, and analyzing cyber threats.
In our masterclass "Threat Modeling for the CRA," you will learn the basics of threat and risk analysis for products with digital elements. Using a practical, end-to-end example product, we will show you step by step how to build a sound threat analysis model and identify relevant security risks.
Our trainers, Sebastian and Matthias, conduct research in the field of AI-supported software development and have been working as trainers in the field of software security for more than six years.
Feel free to message us in advance via the app if you have any questions about software security, the Cyber Resilience Act, and threat modeling!
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 4:00–5:30 p.m.
LearnLab 1
Fabian Malms,
Fraunhofer Institute for Intelligent Analysis and Information Systems IAIS
Dr. Philipp Schott,
Robert Bosch GmbH
As the transition periods of the AI Act draw nearer, the pressure to act is growing: Companies now need to understand how regulatory requirements can be efficiently and pragmatically translated into technical processes, governance structures, and verification procedures. The masterclass on implementing the AI Act provides an overview of the core elements of the AI regulation and shows how these can be translated into business processes and implemented in technical environments. Using Bosch's best practices as an example, you will learn how a global corporation is implementing the AI Act with distributed responsibilities. In addition, you will benefit from the expertise of one of the leading research organizations, which has been developing AI systems to high quality standards for 30 years and has played a key role in shaping the operationalization of AI quality and trustworthiness through the AI.NRW flagship project "Certified AI."
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 10:00 a.m.
Solution Stage
Dr. Joachim Köhler,
Fraunhofer Institute for Intelligent Analysis and Information Systems IAIS
Although Europe has a strong AI innovation landscape, in practice companies often encounter fragmented offerings, low visibility, and high barriers to entry.
The European AI-on-Demand platform addresses these challenges by bringing together AI resources, tools, services, and innovators from across Europe on a single platform. The focus is on delivering tangible value for SMEs and startups: simplified access to trusted AI, better networking in the European market, and new opportunities for scaling, collaboration, and visibility.
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
LearnLab 1
Dr. Jeanette Miriam Lorenz und David Zambrano Manrique,
Fraunhofer Institute for Cognitive Systems IKS
Tensor networks—this term refers to a mathematical tool with enormous potential for applications in artificial intelligence and optimization. Originally developed to understand and simulate the behavior of quantum systems, tensor networks have now established themselves as a more general solution method. Their possible applications range from the optimization of complex processes to machine learning. In this masterclass, we take a look at the applications of tensor networks in the industrial deep tech sector. First, the masterclass explains what tensor networks are and how they work. Then, we'll interactively show how tensor networks can be used to solve optimization problems or in the field of machine learning. Using examples, we'll show where tensor networks can already add value today and what potential they could have for your applications.
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 2:15–3:45 p.m.
LearnLab 1
Prof. Wolfgang Kratsch und Dr. Thomas Kreuzer,
Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Information Technology FIT
Two perspectives, one goal: a sustainable, process-oriented organization.
Artificial intelligence is changing many things, including how we design, analyze, and improve business processes. In this masterclass, we will explore how AI opens up new potential in the recording, analysis, and improvement of processes—for example, through additional data sources or generative assistance systems.
At the same time, we will focus on an often underestimated foundation: structured processes as a prerequisite for effective AI. Because only those who understand and design processes can derive sustainable optimization from them – from process intelligence to automation.
Everyone needs to eat breakfast—even during TRANSFORM. But why not use your morning coffee break for exciting conversations?
To gain new inspiration?
To pick up ideas and use them for your own challenges?
To gain allies and development partners?
You can do all this at the Executive Breakfast at TRANSFORM, to which Bitkom extends an exclusive invitation.
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 9:00–10:30 a.m.
NetworkingLab
Sebastian Breu und Mevre Tunca,
Fraunhofer Institute for Open Communication Systems FOKUS
Why do many efforts in procurement processes and in collaboration with external service providers and software vendors fail today when it comes to information security and data protection in complex supply chains—and how can this be changed? Nowadays, information is often still exchanged via heterogeneous specifications, questionnaires, or tables, which are highly dependent on interpretation, require a great deal of manual effort, and do not allow for reliable comparability.
At our Executive Breakfast, we will discuss how normative requirements can be translated into a structured, automatable approach that derives requirements from established regulations and communicates them transparently along the supply chain. How can requirements be compared automatically, and how should data protection and security levels be evaluated transparently?
Register for our Executive Breakfast and join the discussion on how information security and data protection can be made measurable, comparable, and practical in complex supply chains.
Are you interested in participating in the Executive Breakfast on information security in digital supply chains? Then write to us by clicking here:
Fraunhofer ICT Group