Nikolaus Obwegeser

Professor Nikolaus Obwegeser serves as the Institute Director of the Digital Technology Management institute within the Business Institute at Bern University of Applied Sciences. His leadership position reflects his expertise at the intersection of business strategy and digital technologies, where he guides research initiatives and academic programs focused on contemporary digital challenges facing organizations.

Professor Obwegeser's research spans several interconnected domains focused on digital transformation. His work examines digital innovation processes, particularly how organizations navigate the shift from radical to incremental innovation ('innovation drift'). He investigates business transformation methodologies, as evidenced by his book 'Hacking Digital,' which provides practical frameworks for accelerating business transformation. His research also extends to IT service management, with studies on ITIL processes from a lean perspective, and educational technology, where he examines how audience response systems impact student learning and metacognition.

Analysis of Professor Obwegeser's recent publications (2019-2021) reveals a strong focus on practical applications of digital innovation, particularly in crisis contexts. His work shows increasing attention to the organizational implications of digital artifacts and the challenges of maintaining radical innovation ambitions within established organizational structures. The publications span business, technology management, and educational domains, demonstrating his interdisciplinary approach to studying digital transformation.

Professor Obwegeser maintains active research collaborations across international boundaries, as evidenced by his co-authorship with researchers from diverse geographic and disciplinary backgrounds. His work appears in reputable journals including Nature, IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management, and Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature and quality of his research contributions.

As Institute Director of Digital Technology Management, Professor Obwegeser leads an organization focused on bridging business strategy with digital technology implementation. The institute provides a platform for research, education, and practical application of digital transformation principles, serving as a hub for academic and industry collaboration in the field of digital business innovation.