The district of Verden is actively involved in the digital transformation and supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular with the challenges of Digitalization. With the information and advice platform LandkreisDIGITAL, the district's economic development agency offers a central point of contact for information and advice on digital topics and the requirements they place on companies.
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The district of Verden is continuously working on connecting peripheral regions with fast Internet for the digital Future .
One of the central challenges in Digitalization is the sustainable expansion of broadband. Since 2008, the district of Verden has been working in coordination with the towns and municipalities to connect particularly peripheral and previously underserved locations to fast internet through targeted measures. In addition to the digital infrastructure in the region, small and medium-sized companies are increasingly facing challenges that affect their own company organization: How do you take employees with you on the path of digital transformation? How do processes in Manufacture and administration change? How can mobile forms of work be integrated? How can products be marketed digitally and how can data be protected in the process? The information and consulting platform LandkreisDIGITAL provides help with these questions - it gives companies an overview of various consulting services and access to the latest information.
In cooperation with the Transferzentrum Elbe-Weser (TZEW), the economic development agency of the district of Verden invites micro, small and medium-sized enterprises to an individual digital consultation. In a 75-minute meeting, the initial situation of the company as well as the challenges and potentials are analyzed. Specific measures for Digitalization are then developed, which are set out in a timetable for implementing the next steps in the company. If required, companies can also arrange appointments for an on-site visit. Find more information here .
The "Digitalbonus.Niedersachsen-innovativ" funding program has been supporting companies in their digital transformation since June 2024. The program is aimed at SMEs in the commercial Economy or skilled trades or freelancers who make investments in the life sciences or eHealth sector. Funding is provided for investments in innovative projects to introduce or improve hardware, software and IT security. The aim is to increase the competitiveness of companies and leverage digital potential. The funding is the successor to the successful Digitalbonus and comprises a one-off, non-repayable grant of up to 35% for small companies and up to 20% for medium-sized companies in the amount of at least €3,000 and a maximum of €50,000.
In addition, the economic development agency in the district of Verden organizes various event formats, from webinars to face-to-face lectures, to provide information on current topics and impulses for Digitalization . Current dates can be found here.
How can we make it easier for older adults to access Digitalization? In the Verden district, this is achieved through various training and support programs offered in the towns and communities. These programs are primarily aimed at older adults and provide practical assistance in using smartphones, tablets, laptops, and PCs.
Programs are available in Achim, Dörverden, Langwedel-Etelsen, Thedinghausen, and Verden (Aller), among other places. They are organized by municipal institutions, multigenerational centers, volunteers, and local initiatives. The support ranges from regular consultation hours to courses where participants can practice using digital devices safely. In Langwedel-Etelsen, young people also volunteer as digital mentors.
Digital inclusion means more than just access to technology. Those who can use digital applications confidently remain more independent in their daily lives, can access information more easily, and are better able to take advantage of digital services. Those interested can obtain information about available programs and contact points at the Senior Citizens and Care Support Center of the Verden district.
The digital transformation in the Verden district has been strategically managed for many years and integrates network infrastructure, digital government, and modern educational programs.
A key factor in this is the expansion of broadband and fiber-optic networks in the Verden district, which was organized early on as a joint effort between the district, municipalities, and network operators. Through subsidized expansion programs funded by the federal and state governments, underserved areas (so-called “white spots” and “gray spots”)—that is, neighborhoods where economically viable network expansion had not previously been possible—are being specifically targeted for development. As a result, several expansion projects have connected thousands of households, farms, and commercial sites to high-performance connections for the first time. At the same time, network operators are driving forward fiber-optic expansion in the Verden district on a commercial basis, leading to an increasing number of gigabit-capable connections, even in smaller municipalities.
The Verden district provides further information on subsidized broadband expansion in the Regional Planning section.
In addition to its network infrastructure, the Verden district is also promoting digital development in Economy public administration. Through LandkreisDIGITAL, the economic development agency consolidates information, consulting services, and events related to digital transformation. Small and medium-sized enterprises can find guidance there on topics such as digital business processes, mobile work, digital marketing, and data security, and are referred to appropriate resources for further information and consulting. At the same time, the district administration is continuously expanding its online services so that many matters—from registration to business-related procedures—can be handled digitally.
Digitalization is also making a tangible impact in the education sector Digitalization Verden district. As part of the “Digital Act for Schools,” the district’s schools have been comprehensively equipped with LAN/Wi-Fi and interactive whiteboards. Digital learning is part of everyday classroom life in the Verden district. Starting in the 2026–2027 school year, all 7th-grade students will be provided with state-funded mobile devices. The Digital Pact 2.0 will further strengthen the digital learning environment.
In everyday life, a growing number of public Wi-Fi hotspots in city centers, libraries, and public facilities are expanding the digital infrastructure in the Verden district. At the same time, new workspaces are emerging to support flexible forms of employment, such as coworking spaces in the city of Verden, which offer professional workspaces with high-speed internet access. In this way, the digital infrastructure in the Verden district is increasingly creating the conditions necessary to ensure that working and Life Verden district remains attractive, even in a digitally driven work environment.
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The digital infrastructure in the Verden district is being continuously expanded.
To ensure that the region remains liveable for future generations, the district of Verden, together with the towns and municipalities belonging to the district, is committed to developing and implementing new ideas and approaches for a more climate-friendly Life .
The innovative strength of the district is reflected in a large number of projects that focus on Economy, education, securing skilled workers, climate protection and the city of Future . The aim is to set the course today for a modern and future-oriented region and meet the challenges of tomorrow in the best possible way.
