Thomas Fischer

Dr. Thomas Fischer is a Lecturer affiliated with the University of Bern and the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. His academic work focuses on IT outsourcing, digital banking, and SME financing. He serves as a Project Manager at the Institute for Financial Services Zug (IFZ).

• Dr. rer. oec. in Business Information Systems, University of Bern (2012)
• Diploma in Business Information Systems, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (2005)
• CAS Global Negotiator, University of St. Gallen
• CAS IT Management in Banking, Rochester-Berne
• CAS in Higher Education Didactics, University of Bern

His research explores IT outsourcing governance, digital transformation in banking, and SME loan dynamics. Recent work includes studies on KMU-Banking, AI applications in finance, and core banking system sourcing. Publications span books, peer-reviewed journals, and presentations at industry forums.

Professional engagements include roles at PostFinance (2023), Bern Cantonal Bank (2016-2023), and Pricewaterhouse Coopers (2005-2009). Teaching activities extend to University of Bern, Bern University of Applied Sciences, and ESSEC Business School.