I4S 5/2026: Organizing Work and Securing Expertise Through AI

Germany faces a unique challenge: The strength of its economy is rooted in education and specialized knowledge. However, artificial intelligence is transforming precisely this knowledge-based work. Diagnosis, decision-making, and optimization are increasingly shaped by the interplay between humans and AI. As a result, AI proficiency is becoming a competitive factor, although specialized expertise—the foundation of industrial performance—must not be lost. This issue explores the potential of AI in production and development, as well as the requirements for AI-based knowledge management. How can companies integrate AI into work and organizational processes in a way that fosters sustainable differentiation and creates adaptive organizations?

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