The Bundesverband IT-Mittelstand e.V. (BITMi) is the only digital association that exclusively represents the interests of SMEs. The association brings together established IT companies, start-ups as well as regional and trade associations to form a strong network. This makes the BITMi the mouthpiece for over 2,500 IT companies across Germany. It is committed to strengthening the SME digital economy and utilising the potential of innovative German tech SMEs for our digital sovereignty. In its specialist groups and funding projects, it pools expertise on forward-looking digital topics such as IT security, AI, administrative digitalisation, skills shortages, sustainability and equal opportunities. With its ‘Software made in Germany’ and ‘Software hosted in Germany’ seals of approval, it creates visibility for the quality and values of Germany as a digital centre.