The Conference on Legal and Administrative Informatics (RVI 2024) of the German Informatics Society aims to promote the exchange between academia and practice in the field of administrative informatics. The conference serves as a forum to discuss current challenges and solutions in the digitalization of government and administration, while contributing scientifically grounded insights to the advancement of public administration.

Focus: Digital Sovereignty in Public Administration

A central theme of RVI 2024 is digital sovereignty in the public sector. The panel "Digital Sovereignty in Public Administration" on September 25, 2024, will bring together experts from academia, administration, and practice to discuss key issues related to the state's digital self-determination. Prof. Dr. Maria Wimmer, Professor of Administrative Informatics at the University of Koblenz and Principal Investigator of the project "Success Factors of Local E-Participation," will contribute her expertise as a panel participant and co-moderator. Her research focuses on e-government and the digitalization of public administration, and she will enrich the discussion with scientifically grounded perspectives.

Digital sovereignty encompasses the ability of state institutions to use and control their digital infrastructures, data, and technologies independently and autonomously. The panel will address, among other topics, the legal and political frameworks as well as successful international examples that can serve as references for enhancing digital sovereignty in Germany. The role of secure digital identity solutions will also be a key focus.

Scientific Discourse on Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity

Other key topics of RVI 2024 include the sovereign use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data, as well as issues of cybersecurity. The panel "Sovereign Use of AI and Data" will explore the competencies needed for the autonomous application of AI in both the public and private sectors. The goal is to identify the qualification requirements and educational offerings necessary for the confident and effective use of AI across various societal domains.

The keynote "Cybersecurity in Germany: A Call to Action" will reflect on the current state of cybersecurity in Germany, a field of critical importance given the increasing digitalization and the rise in cyberattacks.

Relevance of RVI 2024 for Digital Transformation

RVI 2024, with its interdisciplinary approach, provides a comprehensive overview of key topics in administrative informatics. Scientists, policymakers, and practitioners alike will benefit from the exchange of ideas and innovative solutions aimed at advancing digital transformation in public administration.innen, PraktikerScientists, practitioners, and political actors can mutually benefit from this exchange to collaboratively develop solutions for the challenges of digital transformation.

The scientific contributions and discussions, which also include the expertise of Prof. Dr. Maria Wimmer , make a significant contribution, providing important impetus for the further development of the digital administrative landscape. The conference thus serves as a central platform for bringing together current research approaches and practical experiences to develop sustainable solutions for the future of public administration.

For further information: https://informatik2024.gi.de/hauptprogramm.html