Digitising government in Germany unfortunately isn’t moving forward at the pace it needs to. Pinning the blame for that squarely on #authorities is unfair. Staff in authorities are just as digitisation-minded as people working in other sectors. But the #FrameworkConditions they work under are far more complicated, which makes the necessary change noticeably harder. Procurement paths for even just up-to-date computers and software are long, if they’re even possible at all. Introducing new requirements and processes alongside an already heavy workload isn’t easy. On top of that, the #DecisionMakingStructure is more rigid than in many companies.

That’s exactly why it’s so encouraging that, in our conversations, we keep seeing real motivation and #DigitalCompetence among staff in authorities. So how can we manage to use this potential and bring it in quickly? Instead of launching complex and often expensive projects — expensive because they need so much coordination — it’s usually more helpful to start with small projects that quickly deliver a first, tangible success. Projects that create real added value in the everyday work of authorities are especially effective here. Because when that succeeds, acceptance, willingness, and the room needed to tackle bigger changes all build up much faster. Stefanie Klefisch

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