What is Digitalisierung?

Digitalisierung (German for 'Digitization') refers to the process of converting analog information into a digital format (i.e., into bits and bytes). This includes transforming text, images, audio, and video into digital representations that can be processed, stored, and transmitted by computers. Commonly, the term is used more broadly to encompass the adoption of digital technologies and processes within organizations and society, leading to improved efficiency, new business models, and enhanced user experiences. It is used in archiving documents by converting physical copies into digital files, and in streamlining business operations using digital tools and platforms.