Hansestadt Lübeck Bereich Digitalisierung, Organisation und Strategie

The Smart Country Convention is the leading event for the digital state and public services in Germany. Every year, over 18,000 participants come together to discuss the latest developments and challenges of digital transformation in the public sector. The Convention is an important meeting place for top representatives from administration, politics and science, as well as pioneers of the digital economy[3].

The main mission of SCCON is to promote the successful digitization of the federal government, states and municipalities. It offers a platform where experts share their experiences and strategies to meet the challenges of digitization and develop sustainable solutions for the future[3].

SCCON offers a comprehensive event with the following main components:

• Congress and Lectures: Over 650 national and international speakers present their expertise on digital transformation on seven stages[3].
• Expo: A curated exhibition with over 350 exhibitors, making digital solutions and applications directly tangible[3].
• Workshops and Seminars: Interactive events that enable participants to experience forward-looking topics and acquire digital expertise[3].
• Networking: Numerous opportunities to network with relevant figures from politics and business in special networking areas and at satellite events[3].

SCCON promotes sustainable digitization in the public sector. It emphasizes the importance of technologies such as artificial intelligence, Blockchain and the Internet of Things to make processes more efficient, transparent and flexible[3]. By promoting innovative solutions and strategies, the digital transformation in Germany is being driven forward.

SCCON aims to connect all actors in the public sector and familiarize them with the latest trends and technologies. It is an important impetus for the digital future of urban and rural areas by addressing the existing challenges and highlighting forward-looking solutions[3].

• 1 - https://www.smartcountry.berlin/en/
• 2 - https://www.smartcountry.berlin/en/program/
• 3 - https://smart-cities-marketplace.ec.europa.eu/news-and-events/events/smart-country-convention
• 4 - https://sits.com/en/events/sccon-2025/
• 5 - https://www.reply.com/en/newsroom/events/smart-country-convention-2024