Prof. Eva-Maria Schön is a Professor of Business Informatics at the University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer, where she has held this position since 2022. Previously, she was a Professor at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg). She earned her PhD in Computer Science from the University of Seville, Spain, in 2017. Her research focuses on Agile methodologies, including their application in public administration (eGovernment), requirements engineering, and digital transformation. She emphasizes integrating human-centered design principles into agile processes and has extensive practical experience in developing digital products and training organizations. Her research interests span agile product development, UX design, and the challenges of fostering agile cultures in both private and public sectors. Notable areas include agile transformation in governmental institutions, agile pedagogical approaches in higher education, and leveraging AI in educational contexts. She has also contributed to frameworks like the NICO initiative, which addresses software quality assurance. Prof. Schön’s work bridges academia and industry, with publications addressing topics such as lean user research, cultural barriers to agile adoption, and the role of trust in organizational agility. Her contributions include developing methodologies for requirement engineering patterns and evaluating project work in e-government initiatives. Advising and Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, her research projects likely involve student and professional collaborations. She has been involved in initiatives like the NICO project (PID2019-105455GB-C31). Her academic network includes ResearchGate and Google Scholar profiles, highlighting her active engagement in collaborative research. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the University’s research groups focusing on digital transformation and agile practices, though specific lab names are not detailed in the provided texts.








