IT Technology Adoption in Sachsen-Anhalt's Businesses Shows Growth but Lags National Averages in 2025

In 2025, Sachsen-Anhalt's companies increased their use of various IT technologies, though adoption rates remain below the German national averages. Artificial intelligence (AI) usage rose to 18% from 15% the previous year, trailing the national average of 26%, according to a recent annual survey on information and communication technology use in business. Cloud computing services were used by 43% of companies in the region, compared to 54% nationwide. Meanwhile, 39% of businesses employed Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, slightly less than the national 44%. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software adoption stood at 21%, well below Germany's 30%. Business Intelligence (BI) software was the least adopted, with only 7% usage in Sachsen-Anhalt, compared to 13% nationally.

Beyond statistics, German companies are implementing AI in innovative ways. Projects like the AI Fashion Assistant and digital twins optimize business processes and enhance customer engagement. While the survey shows that Sachsen-Anhalt is making progress in integrating these technologies, the region still lags behind the broader German economy's digital transformation pace.

The gradual increase in AI adoption—from 15% last year to 18% this year in Sachsen-Anhalt—indicates growing interest, despite the lower rate compared to 26% nationally. The varied uptake across IT categories highlights opportunities for further digitalization. The ongoing expansion of such technologies is expected to influence not only operational efficiency but also customer relations, as demonstrated by trends in Germany's businesses leveraging AI's potential.