The hub provides ECE and partnering institutes a steppingstone for increased collaboration with external knowledge institutions like Force Technology and The Alexandra Institute and companies –from the mid-Jutland region and also wider afield. This will motivate us to bring the newest technologies to life in praxis and strengthen our research means.

One of the key features of the hub is its focus on offering companies easy access to a wide range of services. These services include relevant guidance, expertise, courses, workshops, innovation groups, and testing facilities, all aimed at promoting the uptake of digital technologies among businesses in the region. This is important in helping SMEs stay competitive in an increasingly digital world.

Topics and focus areas
The hub is investigating various topics related to advanced digital technologies, including big data, data analytics, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, digital twins, mobile robots, IoT, and more. In addition, there is a particular focus on smart city technologies, the manufacturing industry, construction, agriculture/food, and climate/environment. This focus on a wide range of industries highlights the hub's commitment to helping companies across a diverse range of sectors to harness the power of digital technologies.

Another important aspect of the hub is its focus on the public sector. With a strong emphasis on capacity-building for the digital transformation of the public sector, this hub can drive significant positive change in how public services are delivered. By providing access to the latest digital technologies and expertise, the hub can help to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and deliver better services to citizens.

An exciting new development
Overall, the European digital innovation hub is an exciting new development that has the potential to transform the way that businesses and public services operate. By promoting the uptake of digital technologies and providing access to a wide range of services, this hub is helping SMEs to stay competitive and thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape. With its focus on a wide range of industries and a commitment to driving positive change in the public sector, the hub is poised to become a significant force for innovation and growth in the region.

The hub is one of about 200 hubs currently being established throughout Europe, read more about this ambitious initiative here: https://european-digital-innovation-hubs.ec.europa.eu/home

Other partners
Erhvervshus Midtjylland, Aarhus Kommune, FORCE Technology, Alexandra Instituttet
Clusters: MADE, WeBuildDenmark, DigitalLead, Clean, Food & Bio Cluster

For further information about EDIH
Contact Jesper Askov: jesper.askov@ece.au.dk/ +45 9350 8948