Studies
The Study Series of WIK consist of final reports of research projects carried out by WIK.
Interoperability, switchability and portability: Implications for the Cloud
This study seeks to provide insights on the meaning of cloud services, and the circumstances in which portability and interoperability may be relevant in a cloud context. We consider the implications of this analysis for the ongoing review of the Data Act.
Secure digitization of small and medium-sized enterprises
Expert survey in the Mittelstand-Digital network on the opportunities and challenges of introducing and certifying ISMS in small and medium-sized enterprises, including references to assistance.
Blockchain for SME – Report for the Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Action
The WIK study for BMWK focuses on blockchain in SMEs, including current usage, forms of implementations, opportunities and obstacles, as well as options for action for companies and society.
Interoperability regulations for digital services - Impact on competition, innovation and digital sovereignty especially for platform and communication services
This study examines (a lack of) interoperability as a possible driver for concentration tendencies as well as the impact of corresponding obligations on digital markets (esp. NI-ICS).
Wettbewerbsverhältnisse auf den Transit- und Peeringmärkten
In dieser Studie werden ausgehend von der BEREC-Analyse aus 2017 die Markt- und Wettbewerbsentwicklungen der letzten fünf Jahre im Bereich IP-Interconnection aufgearbeitet und die Trends der nächsten Jahre in der Branche identifiziert.
Sustainability in the context of blockchain technology – Report for Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action
The WIK study for BMWK examines how blockchain technology can make a contribution to a sustainable economy and society and identifies potential options for action for use in the context of sustainability.
Acceleration of broadband network roll-out
Study for the Federal Ministry of Digital and Transport develops recommendations for a faster roll-out of mobile and fixed broadband networks.
Specification of technical requirements for the USO broadband internet access service
WIK and zafaco have submitted an expert opinion for BNetzA on the determination of service specific data transmission rate [Mbps] and latency [ms] requirements.
Migration from copper to fibre networks: Interests of market parties, areas of tension and areas of consensus
Market overview for discussion in the German ‘Gigabitforum’
Strategies to promote Over-the-air provisioning
WIK study on behalf of ComReg develops regulatory options for e-SIM and over-the-air provisioning against the backdrop of the specifics of the Irish mobile market.
