Research in Software & Systems, AI, and IoT Engineering

fortiss is an established and independent research institute in the fields of Software & Systems Engineering, AI Engineering, and IoT Engineering, and a recognized partner for addressing complex challenges in software development and artificial intelligence.

The institute focuses on methods and tools for the development and operation of high-performance software with reliable functionality, performance, resilience, persistence, security, and maintainability. The emphasis is on integrating model-driven software development with data-driven AI programming to enable the controlled development of a new generation of increasingly autonomous and decentralized software systems.

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Research focus area

Software & Systems Engineering

fortiss develops software and systems engineering for connected, autonomous systems. The focus is on data-driven and model-based methods, the use of AI, and the assurance and certification of large systems.

Research focus area

AI Engineering

The AI Engineering research focus develops robust, trustworthy AI for uncertain environments. The emphasis is on safe, explainable decision-making, resilience against errors and attacks, and data privacy across datasets of all sizes.

Research focus area

IoT Engineering

In the IoT Engineering research focus, fortiss develops flexible, software-based infrastructures. The focus is on decentralized, resilient systems, transparent data management, secure networks, and efficient Edge and Cloud solutions.

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Fields of competence

Knowledge generation through interdisciplinary collaboration

Interdisciplinary collaboration among specialized fields at the intersection of software engineering, AI, and IoT forms the foundation for the development of secure, next-generation autonomous systems.

Projects

Research with impact

Our projects bridge the gap between research and industry to drive sustainable innovation.

Results

Publications, studies & software

Publications, studies, and white papers provide insights into current research findings and developments. The resulting open-source software demonstrates the innovations and technological advancements that emerge from this work.

fortiss Labs

From prototype to application

At fortiss Labs, research findings are tested in real-world scenarios and adapted for industrial applications. This leads to solutions that directly drive innovation and transformation.

Best practices

Case studies

Research for practical, scalable solutions

Our case studies demonstrate how software and AI research translate into scalable solutions and support industry partners in innovation, value creation, and digital transformation.

Success stories

From innovative research to successful application

fortiss has been shaping technology trends in collaboration with industry and academia and driving innovative solutions in cross-sector projects.

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Services & insights

Services

Your innovation starts with fortiss

We support businesses and government agencies in developing innovative products, processes, and services in software & systems engineering, AI engineering, and IoT engineering — from concept to implementation.

News

News from the institute

Learn more about our institute’s current projects, collaborations, and research findings.

Events

Knowledge transfer and qualification

Expert knowledge transfer and specialized training enhance skills in software engineering and AI for industrial environments.

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Software & Systems Engineering

AI Engineering

IoT Engineering

Knowledge generation through interdisciplinary collaboration

Research with impact

Publications, studies & software

From prototype to application

Research for practical, scalable solutions

From innovative research to successful application

Your innovation starts with fortiss

News from the institute

Knowledge transfer and qualification

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