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Action planDigitalSwitzerlandStatus 08.2019

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HinweisThis action plan contains the federal administration's implementation measures for achiev-ing the goals of the “Digital Switzerland” strategy. It also includes selected measures by thirdparties outside the federal administration which make a contribution to achieving the strate-gy’s goals (indicated with an asterisk *).

The "Digital Switzerland" office within the Federal Office of Communications OFCOM decideson the inclusion of measures undertaken by participants outside the federal administrationin the "Digital Switzerland" action plan by arrangement with the respective competent spe-cialist agencies of the federal administration. The publication of third-party projects from out-side the federal administration in the "Digital Switzerland" action plan does not give any en-titlement for financial or personnel support from the federal administration.

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InhaltsverzeichnisAction plan Digital Switzerland 1 ..............................................................................................

Hinweis 2 ................................................................................................................................ 1. Education, research and innovation 3 ..........................................................................

1.1. Skills must be transferred in order to be able to exploit the opportunities ofdigitalisation 3 .........................................................................................................

1.2. Strengthened research and innovation 4 ............................................................ 2. Infrastructure 6 ................................................................................................................

2.1. Switzerland has a country-wide, competitive, reliable and efficientcommunications infrastructure 6 .........................................................................

2.2. Mobility in Switzerland is intelligent, networked and efficient in all areas7 ................................................................................................................................

3. Security 16 ......................................................................................................................... 3.1. Protection from cyber-risks is guaranteed 16 ..................................................... 3.2. The opportunities of digitalisation will be used to increase security 17 ..........

4. Natural resources and energy 19 .................................................................................. 4.1. Digitalisation’s resource-consumption is optimised 19 ..................................... 4.2. The energy supply system is intelligent, secure, efficient and reliable 20 ....... 4.3. The energy networks in Switzerland are smart, secure and efficient 22 .........

5. Political participation and e-Government 23 .............................................................. 5.1. The public service in the media sector promotes political participation and

strengthens democracy 23 .................................................................................... 5.2. The population and the economy can use electronic channels for political

involvement 23 ....................................................................................................... 5.3. The population and businesses can handle their dealings with the

authorities efficiently and digitally 23 .................................................................. 5.4. The basic modules and infrastructure for a country-wide expansion of the

digital administration are ready nationally 25 .................................................... 5.5. Networking will be strengthened at all federal levels 26 ...................................

6. The economy 27 ................................................................................................................ 6.1. Switzerland is characterised by a high employment rate and high-quality

working conditions 27 ............................................................................................ 6.2. Switzerland provides room for the development of new business models

and has a highly diversified start-up scene which brings innovations quicklyto market 27 ............................................................................................................

6.3. An innovative global fintech sector secures the competitiveness of the Swissfinance industry 28 .................................................................................................

6.4. The cities, municipalities and regions of Switzerland are characterised by ahigh capacity for innovation 28 ............................................................................

6.5. Smart farming technologies contribute to the competitiveness andsustainability of Swiss agriculture 30 ...................................................................

6.6. Switzerland takes advantage of its opportunities regarding the virtualinternational economy 31 .....................................................................................

7. Data, digital content and artificial intelligence 32 .....................................................

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7.1. Switzerland has a modern, coherent legal basis regarding the legal rightsrelating to data, access to data and data handling 32 .......................................

7.2. Value creation through data promotes Switzerland as an attractive location32 ..............................................................................................................................

7.3. Appropriate datasets are available as open data as a raw material of adigital society and economy 33 ............................................................................

7.4. Switzerland’s inhabitants can exercise control over their own data 35 ........... 7.5. The general conditions for transparent and responsible use of artificial

intelligence are optimised 36 ................................................................................ 7.6. Access to digital content is improved 37 .............................................................

8. Social affairs, health and culture 38 ............................................................................. 8.1. Innovative technologies and services promote social participation and

integration in the employment market for all 38 ............................................... 8.2. Networking of participants in the health sector enables made-to-measure

health provision 38 ................................................................................................. 8.3. Simplified access to cultural creation and cultural heritage encourages

cultural participation 38 ......................................................................................... 9. International commitment 40 ........................................................................................

9.1. Switzerland contributes to shaping international discussions on the futureof the digital space and its governance 40 ..........................................................

9.2. Switzerland supports a secure and trustworthy digital space 41 ..................... 9.3. Switzerland is committed to the achievement of the UN’s 2030 Agenda

goals using new technologies 42 .......................................................................... D. Dialog Digitale Schweiz 43 ..............................................................................................

D.1. Multistakeholder Dialog 43 ...................................................................................

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1. Education, research and innovation

1.1. Skills must be transferred in order to be able to exploit the opportuni-ties of digitalisation

Action plan in relation to education, research and innovation in the years 2019-2020

On the basis of the SERI report entitled "Challenges of digitalisation for education and re-search in Switzerland" [Herausforderungen der Digitalisierung für Bildung undForschung in der Schweiz], the action plan defines eight areas for action with specificmeasures in order to exploit the opportunities of digitalisation for education and re-search.

Responsible: Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAERState Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation SERI

Status: ongoingDuration Q4-2020Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/112

OECD Survey of Adult Skills (PIAAC)

PIAAC (Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies) is an inter-national comparative study by the OECD in which the basic competencies of adults inreading, mathematics and problem-solving are recorded.

Planning and initiation of the national project implementation are being handled by theFSO, in cooperation with the OECD.

Responsible: Federal Department of Home Affairs FDHAFederal Statistical Office FSO

Partner(s) State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation SERI, State Secretariat forEconomic Affairs SECO, Federal Social Insurance Office FSIO, State Secretariat forMigration SEM


National youth and media platform

In the context of educational media protection for children and young people, the FSIOoffers relevant up-to-date information and valuable educational tips, in particular to par-ents, teachers and carers, via the jugendundmedien.ch information portal and a num-ber of free leaflets.

Responsible: Federal Department of Home Affairs FDHAFederal Social Insurance Office FSIO

Status: permanent taskLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/113

https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/112



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Digitalisation in education

Within the framework of educational cooperation, the Confederation and the cantonsare coordinating their strategies for the integration of ICT into the education system.The Confederation contributes to creating the essential preconditions; to the timely ob-servation of developments in the sphere of digitalisation in education and to the revi-sion of the foundations for identifying the need for action throughout Switzerland; tothe promotion of cooperation via institutional and specialist networks; and to improvingthe dialogue between different stakeholder groups with the aim of drawing up propos-als for action and solutions throughout Switzerland for the attention of education policydecision-makers.


Partner(s) Swiss Conference of Cantonal Ministers of Education EDKStatus: permanent taskLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/44

1.2. Strengthened research and innovation

National research program: Digital change in the economy and society

Examination of a series of national research programs (NRP) on the subject of "Digitalchange in the economy and society". Within this framework, important social questionsrelating in particular to the management of digitalisation will be brought up for discus-sion in the context of interdisciplinary research projects.


Status: finishedDuration Q4-2018Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/42

Promotion of innovation by Innosuisse

In the context of promoting innovation through ICT, the Confederation supports and ac-celerates innovation processes by bringing them together via innovation projects bycompanies with research institutions according to the bottom-up principle, in order tobetter exploit the innovation potential of SMEs.

At the same time the projects contribute to the practical training of the new generationof scientists.

Furthermore, the establishment and construction of science-based enterprises as wellas the application of knowledge and the transfer of technology between universities,business and society are promoted.

Responsible: Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAERSwiss Innovation Promotion Agency Innosuisse





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Basic research in relation to digitalisation

Strengthening of basic research in the sphere of digitalisation/ICT in the context of the5th series of the Principal National Areas of Research: within the framework of the cur-rent procedures, priority is to be given to projects which encourage basic research in re-lation to digitalisation and which exploit their possibilities across different disciplines.




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2. Infrastructure

2.1. Switzerland has a country-wide, competitive, reliable and efficient com-munications infrastructure

Provision of new mobile radio frequencies

Provision of new mobile radio frequencies and award of licences for 5G by the FederalCommunications Commission (ComCom).

Responsible: Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and CommunicationsDETECFederal Office of Communications OFCOM


Coordination of future utilisation of 5G frequencies at the global level

Active participation by Switzerland in the ITU's Word Radio Conference in 2019 (WRC-19)with the aim of determining new frequency bands for the fifth-generation (5G) mobilebroadband communication networks in the millimetre frequency band.


Partner(s) Armed Forces Command Support Organisation AFCSO, Federal Office of Meteorologyand Climatology MeteoSwiss

Status: initializedDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/138

The radio industry's DigiMig agreement

Support for digitalisation of radio broadcasting through implementation of the radio in-dustry's DigiMig agreement.






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Partial revision of the Telecommunications Act (TCA)

The current Telecommunications Act (TCA) dates from 1997; an initial partial revision en-tered into force in 2007. The spread of the internet has completely transformed the tele-communications landscape. The revision is intended to adapt the law to the new circum-stances: the strengthening of consumer protection and the promotion of competition,along with deregulation and administrative simplifications, are key elements of the legis-lation.


Status: ongoingLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/46

2.2. Mobility in Switzerland is intelligent, networked and efficient in all areas

Automated wagonload freight network *

The combination of conventional automation technology and rapidly developing digitaltechnology is expected to enable the establishment of a (partially) automated wagon-load freight network. In addition to the primary goal of substantial improvements in effi-ciency, the transparency of the logistics chain will also be increased, transport times willbe reduced and changes in job descriptions will result in more attractive and up-to-datejob profiles.

Responsible: SBBStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/136

ETH mobility initiative *

Targeted research and strengthening of education. Investment in know-how as a contri-bution to the ongoing development of the Swiss mobility system. Central content of theinitiative: an expansion in research competencies: Creation of 2-4 new professorshipseach with 10-20 researchers, establishment of a "mobility centre": a platform whichdrives cooperation between ETH and partners, a Partnership Council: the mobility cen-tre organises a “Mobility Partnership Council" as an advisory and support body for theinitiative and for the launching of research projects: the objective is a significant in-crease in knowledge and technological solutions via research projects, taking into consid-eration the discussions in the Partnership Councils.

Responsible: SBB, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology ETHStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2028Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/135




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Digitalised mobility services *

Additional offerings in public transport (personal public transport, on-demand mobility,sharing mobility, etc.). New mobility services which are made possible as a result of digi-talisation enable attractive products to be created, so parking space and environmentalimpact can be significantly reduced, above all in urban areas. In future, such services willincrease greatly as a consequence of autonomous vehicles. Public transport operators,mobility service providers, towns and cities and the Confederation must learn togetherhow the positive effects of such services can be guaranteed and how the negative ef-fects can be reduced by means of adequate controls. In this way mobility with self-driv-ing vehicles can also be introduced gradually.

Project: piloting of on-demand sharing of vehicles on selected routes and urban areasas first-last-mile feeders for the rail system and convenient mobility links to intermodaltransfer points. Initially with drivers, then given an appropriate framework, with self-driv-en vehicles.

Responsible: SBBPartner(s) Public transportation partners öV-Partner, CitiesStatus: initializedDuration Q4-2020Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/133


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SmartRail 4.0 *

The railways play an important and recognised role in Switzerland. However, competi-tion with other modes of transport is increasing. The railways must make better use ofexisting resources with more flexible products and must at the same time reduce costs.

SmartRail 4.0 is based on new components which are made possible by technological ad-vances, including digitalisation and the adoption of solutions from other sectors:

- The location of trains is pinpointed continuously and accurately. This enables a highertrain density and lower trackside costs.

- Planning and control of rail operations is being automated, with constantly updatedplans for the faster rectification of faults.

- A new vehicle system architecture will result in simplified upgradeability and licensingof vehicles, which will reduce the operating costs of rolling stock.

- ATO (Automatic Train Operation) enhances the stability/robustness of the timetableand helps save energy.

- New, digital, data-controlled signal boxes mean simpler and very safe management ofoperations which permit more automation in the operating centres, greatly reduce thenumber of signalling faults and cut the costs of signal boxes substantially.

- 5G technology for the rail system supports automation and remote access and enablesa continuous online presence.

Responsible: SBBPartner(s) BLS, Südostbahn SOB, Rhaetian Railway RhB, Public Transportation Union PTUStatus: ongoingLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/132

Use of autonomous vehicles in Swiss internal logistics *

Trialling truck platooning on test lines with logisticians/cargo businesses/shipping com-panies/vehicle manufacturers and identifying the potential for Switzerland. Finding andtesting more flexible transport options using digitalised alternatives and innovative, dis-ruptive concepts, products and services for long-haul and last-mile sections in Switzer-land, including the applicability (operation) of truck trains for customers with distribu-tion and collection logistics.

Responsible: SBB, transport associationsPartner(s) Galliker, Migros, CoopStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/131



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Self-driving vehicles *

Establishing the technical preconditions: in the major transformation fields of the mobili-ty system, digital infrastructure is needed: self-driven vehicles, connectivity / C-ITS (V2X),mobility as a service, e-Mobility.

Self-driving vehicles as a complementary offering in public transport and an attractiveSharing Mobility offering.

Responsible: SBB, nuTonomy, PostPartner(s) Swiss Federal Institute of Technology ETH, Siemens, BMW Switzerland, Zug City, V-

Zug, BestMile, Mobility, CitiesStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/130

Creating the basic conditions for multimodal mobility services

More and more people prefer using means of transport to owning them. Multimodalmobility services link the offerings of public transport, pedestrian and cycle traffic, carsharing, taxis and other new mobility offerings. The objective is to provide seamless mul-timodal mobility services from A to B which are available to users. The Confederation iscreating the basic conditions for multimodal mobility services with the aim of exploitingthe opportunities and minimising the associated risks.

The following activities are included:

- Development of an action plan for the provision of the necessary mobility data withdue consideration to data security;

- Development of basic conditions for open marketing of mobility services;

- Development of a consultation proposal to establish the legal basis for opening uppublic transport to third parties;

- Clarifying the basic conditions for the publication of the Confederation's available trans-port information in real time;

- Ensuring an international exchange relating to automated and networked driving.

Responsible: Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and CommunicationsDETECFederal Office of Transport FOT, Federal Roads Office FEDRO

Partner(s) Federal Office for Spatial Development ARE, Federal Office of CommunicationsOFCOM, Swiss Federal Office of Energy SFOE, Federal Office of Topography swisstopo




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Estimation of the economic and environmental consequences of digitalisation in mo-bility

Estimation of the economic and environmental consequences of digitalisation in mobili-ty, based on different scenarios.

Responsible: Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and CommunicationsDETECFederal Office for Spatial Development ARE

Partner(s) DETEC OfficesStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/36

Integrating the themes of digitalisation into the network of state and mobility plann-ing levels

The mobility of the future is being planned by the Confederation, the cantons and the ci-ties and municipalities. A number of facilities for coordination and exchange exist forthis purpose. The Federal Office for Spatial Development (ARE) incorporates the themesof digitalisation in the network of state and mobility planning levels and if necessaryestablishes new exchange facilities and networks.



Monitoring of the DETEC orientation framework 2040

The DETEC orientation framework 2040 is a DETEC strategy paper. It serves as an orien-tation framework for managing the challenges of mobility in the future. The DETEC orien-tation framework is examined periodically and amended as necessary. In addition, theorientation framework is accompanied by a monitoring process. This monitoring is in-tended to enable the progress which has been made to be observed and to indicate theneed for action if the achievement of the goals is endangered.


Partner(s) DETEC OfficesStatus: initializedLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/30




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Ongoing development of the urban transport programme

The urban transport programme is being further developed. New technological and so-cial developments are being taken into consideration. Among other things, an attempt isbeing made to publish a core dataset with defined geo, operating and price data for mo-bility data via documented interfaces.


Partner(s) DETEC OfficesStatus: initializedLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/25

Mobility pricing project

In the second stage of the project, mobility pricing is to be extended by means of an im-pact assessment using the example of canton Zug. As part of this work, the way in whichusage-dependent transport levies affect mobility and the population is examined. Differ-ent measures are also examined for their effect on mobility demand. In addition to theimpact assessment, DETEC will also carry out further investigations which the FederalCouncil and the National Council's transport commission have commissioned. These re-late to data protection, among other things: with mobility pricing, the setting of the pricefor a road or rail journey is based on the movement profile of the persons who are trav-elling. Technological questions also have to be clarified: the implementation of mobilitypricing requires recording kilometres travelled according to the mode of transport, thetime and the location. This requires an acquisition method which functions without er-rors and which is protected from abuse.

Responsible: Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and CommunicationsDETECFederal Roads Office FEDRO

Partner(s) Federal Office for Spatial Development ARE, Federal Office of Transport FOT, CantonZug




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Establishing the basic conditions for the operation of automated and networked vehi-cles in passenger and goods transport

Automated and networked mobility can contribute to more efficient use of infrastruc-ture and improved transport safety. For automated and networked vehicles to operate,basic conditions must be established which enable the opportunities to be exploitedand which at the same time minimise the associated risks.

The following activities are included:

- Clarifying the legal framework conditions for handling data in relation to automatedand networked driving;

- Clarification of demand and of the necessary conditions for data exchange by automat-ed vehicles;

- A fundamental approach to the level of equipment of the digital infrastructure for oper-ating automated, networked vehicles;

- A fundamental approach to cybersecurity in relation to automated, networked vehi-cles;

- Testing of communication between vehicles and infrastructure in conjunction with theindustry;

- Approval of applications for pilot projects relating to automated driving on roads;

- Generation of a migration concept for hybrid operation with automated and non-auto-mated vehicles;

- “Automated driving” research package.


Partner(s) Ericsson, SwisscomStatus: initializedDuration Q4-2018Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/35


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National electromobility data infrastructure

The project will create a data platform on which information on charging points for elec-tric vehicles is available in the federal geo data infrastructure. It is intended to ensurethat in future data on Switzerland's charging infrastructure is uniform, of high qualityand freely available in accordance with the Open Data principle. Such information is of astatic (e.g. location, type of plug connector) and dynamic (e.g. availability of the chargingpoints) nature.

Responsible: Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and CommunicationsDETECSwiss Federal Office of Energy SFOE


Empirical analysis of mobility behaviour with dynamic price incentives

Within the framework of this research project, mobility prices are computed which inter-nalise the external costs, taking into account the revenue neutrality of any charges. Sub-sequently, the reaction of transport users to “virtual road charges" is examined usingempirical measurements In addition, the way in which transport users react to informa-tion instead of monetary incentives is analysed.



Cooperation within the framework of its-ch

The Swiss mobility platform (its-ch) promotes the modernisation and digitalisation oftransport systems. FEDRO participates actively along with other stakeholders (theConfederation, cantons, towns and cities, businesses, research, education and associa-tions).






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Revision of the sectoral plan for transport

The sectoral plan for transport is a planning and coordination instrument of the Confed-eration. In principle it guarantees the harmonisation of transport by road, rail, air andwater with each other and with regional development. The sectoral plan for transportsets goals and the principles applicable to their implementation. The goals and princi-ples are mandatory for the authorities of the Confederation and the cantons. Sectoralplans are updated regularly and as required. The next update will incorporate the ef-fects of digitalisation on mobility.


Partner(s) DETEC OfficesStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2020Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/29

Swiss Transit Lab *

The Swiss Transit Lab is a platform for research and development of intelligent mobilityservices under real conditions and involving the civilian population. A concrete first pro-ject is Linie 12 - the world's first complete integration of a fully automated shuttle intothe public transport timetable.

Responsible: Swiss Transit LabPartner(s) Regionalentwicklung RSE, AMoTech, Institute of Science, Technology and Policy ETH

ISTP, Verkehrsbetriebe Schaffhausen VBSHStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/149



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3. Security

3.1. Protection from cyber-risks is guaranteed

Federal law concerning the protection of children and young people in relation tofilms and video games

Development of a consultation proposal for co-regulation in the film and computergame industries to protect children and young persons from inappropriate contentwhen they consume films and video games (regulation of age labelling and restrictionson access and sales).



National strategy for the protection of Switzerland from cyber risks

Updating of the national strategy for the protection of Switzerland from cyber risks (NCS2.0)

Responsible: Federal Department of Finance FDFFederal IT Steering Unit FITSU


Aviation security

The FOCA cooperates actively within the Confederation's national cyberstrategy andworks at the international level for harmonised measures to combat cybercrime, e.g. forthe extension of the national aviation security programme with a section on cybersecuri-ty or through leadership of the cyber security working group of the European Civil Avia-tion Conference.

Responsible: Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and CommunicationsDETECFederal Office of Civil Aviation FOCA

Partner(s) Federal IT Steering Unit FITSU, StakeholderStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/144




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Security in the automated driving sector

One precondition for the operation of automated vehicles is that the risks in relation tocybersecurity can be minimised. This is achieved not least by means of preventive mea-sures. Within the framework of this project, measures are being developed for the pre-vention of, and recovery from, cybersecurity incidents (plans, organisation).



National strategy in relation to the protection of critical infrastructures 2018-2022

The strategy defines 17 measures by means of which the resilience of the critical infras-tructures, including the ICT sector, is being improved. Among other things, in coopera-tion with the cyber risk strategy (NCS 2.0), risk and vulnerability analyses are being pro-duced for all sub-sectors, and measures are being defined and implemented to improveresilience.

Responsible: Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport DDPSFederal Office for Civil Protection FOCP

Partner(s) Technical, supervisory and regulatory authorities, Federal Office of CommunicationsOFCOM, Federal IT Steering Unit FITSU, Associations, Operators of criticalinfrastructures


3.2. The opportunities of digitalisation will be used to increase security

Cybersecurity starter kit for SMEs *

A starter kit package to support Swiss SMEs in the improvement of cyber hygiene intheir organisations, plus a cybersecurity plan and a checklist for dealing with cyberthreats.

Responsible: digitalswitzerlandPartner(s) ITC Switzerland, Swiss Cyber Expert, private Cybersecurity Partner, Reporting and

Analysis Centre for Information Assurance MELANIStatus: finishedDuration Q4-2018Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/141




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Stories from the internet (3rd edition)

These comic-strip stories narrate incidents involving ICT in the life of a family. 15 exam-ples are used in order to raise awareness of the importance of reasonable and responsi-ble behaviour on the internet.

The new edition envisages adaptation to current themes, the creation of new storiesand a greater presence on social media.


Partner(s) Federal Consumer Affairs Bureau FCAB, Federal Data Protection and InformationCommissioner FDPIC, Reporting and Analysis Centre for Information AssuranceMELANI, Cybercrime Coordination Unit Switzerland CYCO, SchweizerischeKriminalprävention SKP


Unmanned Aircraft Systems Traffic Management

The FOCA coordinates the establishment of a digital and automated air traffic controlsystem (UTM / U-Space) in Switzerland. In the initial phase this is focused on drones andin addition to airspace management also includes functions such as remote identifica-tion of drones or risk management in relation to persons and objects on the ground, aswell as the automation of licensing processes.

Responsible: Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and CommunicationsDETECFederal Office of Civil Aviation FOCA

Partner(s) Cantons, Skyguide, Mobile network operators, StakeholderStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/143



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4. Natural resources and energy

4.1. Digitalisation’s resource-consumption is optimised

Awareness campaign: Data centres and energy efficiency

Implementation of the "Data centres and energy efficiency" awareness-raising cam-paign. Data centres and their energy consumption are growing as a result of digitalisa-tion. This is being countered by optimization of data centres.



Energy Challenge

The amassing of experiences and the creation of added value and benefits through virtu-alisation is being supported on an ongoing basis. This includes virtual inspection of build-ings to detect the potential for energy efficiency measures. Accompanying applicationsare being developed.



Environmental assessment for new multimodal mobility services

DETEC wants to significantly reduce the impact on the environment of emissions fromtransport. This can succeed only if fewer emissions are generated by using new multimo-dal mobility services. In order to examine this, an environmental assessment is beingdrawn up.

Responsible: Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and CommunicationsDETECFederal Office for the Environment FOEN

Status: initializedLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/26




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Report on the opportunities and risks of digitalisation in relation to environmentalprotection

Digitalisation potentially changes social cohabitation and the functioning of the econo-my in a very wide-ranging way. The FOEN is compiling an overview of the opportunitiesand risks in relation to protection of the environment and of the challenges and optionsfor action in environmental policy.

Responsible: Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and CommunicationsDETECFederal Office for the Environment FOEN

Partner(s) Berne University of Applied Sciences BFHStatus: initializedDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/9

4.2. The energy supply system is intelligent, secure, efficient and reliable

Projects and applications in connection with digitalisation in the energy sector

The SFOE supports various projects in connection with progressive digitalisation in theenergy sector (renewable energy, energy efficiency) through the following support pro-grammes: energy research, pilot and demonstration installation programme, SFOE Bea-con programme, ProKilowatt and EnergieSchweiz. The Smart Grid Ready project de-serves a special mention. It is intended to define a requirement profile for standardswhich should be offered by manufacturers so that houses become increasingly compati-ble and controllable for the energy system.

The FERIZ project motivates owners of holiday homes to equip their heating systemswith remote controls and to switch them off remotely when the properties are not beingused.

In addition, applications which can support energy efficiency are being offered and de-veloped These include the “Bike Wednesday" app to promote non-motorised transport,the “Lower CO2" app for providing information related to purchasing energy-efficient ve-hicles and the “ecodrive” app to practise energy-efficient driving in a game-playing envi-ronment.





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Applications for renewable energy

In the context of the promotion of renewable energy and energy efficiency, the SFOEwebsite offers interactive applications and digital services. Various geoinformation in-struments are available which among other things provide storymaps containing impor-tant information. These include storymaps on water power, wind energy, biomass,geothermal energy, etc.

The wind energy one-stop shop provides an online portal for federal grants for wind en-ergy. Various calculators and on-line tools are also available at EnergieSchweiz.ch. For ex-ample:

- Sonnendach.ch (a digital application for determining the solar potential of your houseroof);

- the solar calculator (which determines how much photovoltaic energy can be producedon the roof and what is costs);

- the solar products check (an online comparison of photovoltaic products);

- Heating system check (an online comparison of which heating system is the most suit-able for the corresponding house).

The SFOE and EnergieSchweiz are promoting new digital applications and the further de-velopment of existing ones on an ongoing basis.



Launch of a dialogue platform on digitalisation in energy

In order to support progressive digitalisation in the energy industry and to overcome ob-stacles, knowledge transfer regarding various topics across a multiplicity of interestsgroups is essential. To this end, a platform is to be created on which selected subjects ofparticular significance can be addressed in greater depth with the most important inter-est groups. Knowledge transfer should proceed in parallel with early detection of anybarriers and of the need for action. It is also intended to contribute to recognising possi-bilities for pilot and demonstration projects. In the medium term this will result in fur-ther development of the electricity sector.





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Revision of the Electricity Supply Act

As part of the revision of the Electricity Supply Act, the basic conditions for the electricitymarket are being improved once again. In this context, increasing digitalisation in theelectricity sector is being implicitly promoted, in particular by means of provisions forcost-efficient, high-quality data and information exchange and an optimised set of rulesfor exploiting flexibility (including smart control systems for production and consump-tion) within the system.



4.3. The energy networks in Switzerland are smart, secure and efficient

Implementation work on Energy Strategy 2050

Within the framework of Energy Strategy 2050 and the electricity legislation (ElectricitySupply Act, Electricity Supply Ordinance) the first framework conditions were stipulatedfor the digitalisation of the industry and the development of intelligent electricity net-works (smart grids). In particular the following areas are regulated: the introduction ofintelligent measuring systems (smart meters) and their IT security, the exploitation offlexibility (i.e. control of production and consumption, with demand-side managementin relation to the latter) and the handling of data from smart meters. Implementation pri-marily applies digital approaches and in this way drives the digitalisation of the entire in-dustry.


Partner(s) Federal Institute of Metrology METASStatus: ongoingLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/54



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5. Political participation and e-Government

5.1. The public service in the media sector promotes political participationand strengthens democracy

Electronic media act

The project to replace the existing Radio and Television Act (RTVA) by new legislation onelectronic media was defined as early as June 2016 in the Federal Council's report onthe public service in the media sector. After the consultation, which lasted until 15 Octo-ber 2018, the Federal Council will produce a message to parliament taking the submis-sions into account.



5.2. The population and the economy can use electronic channels for politi-cal involvement

Electronic vote

The "Electronic vote" [Vote électronique] project: working with a view to the nationwideintroduction of electronic voting and to the transition of e-Voting into regular operation.

Responsible: Federal Chancellery FChPartner(s) CantonsStatus: permanent taskLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/72

5.3. The population and businesses can handle their dealings with the au-thorities efficiently and digitally

Further development of the open government data strategy

Further development of the open government data strategy (OGD strategy) in the senseof a data strategy for government and the administration. The establishment of a statu-tory basis in individual cases is to be examined and governance guidelines are to bedrawn up.

Responsible: Federal Department of Home Affairs FDHAGS-FDFA GS-EDI





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Regeneration of the e-Government Switzerland strategy

An updated strategy is being drawn up in cooperation with e-Government experts andwill be adopted after consultation at all state levels.

Responsible: Federal Department of Finance FDFE-Government Switzerland

Partner(s) CantonsStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/145

DaziT transformation programme

Review and simplification of the basic conditions in the customs sector. The DaziT trans-formation programme involves digitalisation/transformation of the FCA / FCA 4.0

Responsible: Federal Department of Finance FDFFederal Customs Administration FCA


Implementation of the e-Government Switzerland strategy

The Confederation, cantons and municipalities are pursuing a common e-Government-s-trategy. With the implementation of the strategy they aim to implement the followingmodel: transparent, economical and seamless electronic administrative services for thepopulation, businesses and the administration.

Responsible: Federal Department of Finance FDFE-Government Switzerland

Partner(s) Cantons, MunicipalitiesStatus: permanent taskLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/61

EasyGov.swiss platform

Further expansion of the "EasyGov.swiss" one-stop shop for businesses with greater ac-cess to authorities and more functionalities.

Responsible: Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAERState Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO

Partner(s) Various administrative bodies, Confederation, cantons and communesStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2023Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/15





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Swiss National Action Plan for Electronic Exchange of Social Security InformationSNAP-EESSI

Digital information exchange between the social security agencies in Switzerland and EU-/EFTA member states. Integration of the EU’s EESSI project in Switzerland.


Partner(s) Federal Social Insurance Office FSIOStatus: ongoingLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/13

5.4. The basic modules and infrastructure for a country-wide expansion ofthe digital administration are ready nationally

Federal Electronic Identification Services Act

At its session on 1 June 2018 the Federal Council adopted the message on the FederalElectronic Identification Services Act (E-ID Act) for the attention of parliament. The E-IDAct will constitute the basis for issuing electronic means of identification which makepossible for individuals to identify themselves in the digital space on the basis of dataconfirmed by the state. The commencement of the consultation on the message by parli-ament is envisaged for autumn 2018. It is expected that the E-ID Act will enter into forcein early 2021.

To achieve this goal, the tasks under the E-ID Act are to be split between the state andthe private sector. The state will continue to fulfil its main mission: official verificationand confirmation of the identity of a person. In view of the dynamics of technologicalchange, it would not, however, be able to develop and produce the technical means ofdelivery for identification itself. The private sector is closer to users and the necessarydigital technologies and can better fulfil this function.

Responsible: Federal Office of Justice FOJ, Federal Office of Police fedpolStatus: ongoingDuration Q1-2021Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/66

Identity Federation Switzerland: a trusteeship

In 2018 the emphasis was on clarifying and establishing an IDF working group. In thiscontext, the SECO is conducting a survey among the administrative institutions of theConfederation, cantons and municipalities. On the basis of the results of the survey, thesetting-up of a trusteeship and the commencement of the IDF's operations will be takenin hand. SECO will hand over the IDF to the new body by the end of 2019 at the latest.






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National address service

At present there is no national service by means of which administrative units can vali-date, search or match current valid residential addresses.

Via the national address services (NAS,) the public administrative agencies of the Confed-eration, cantons and municipalities will in future be able to access the residential ad-dresses of inhabitants throughout Switzerland.

Responsible: Federal Department of Justice and Police FDJPFederal Office of Justice FOJ


5.5. Networking will be strengthened at all federal levels

Expansion of the digitalisation dialogue with the cantons

Examination of the possibilities of a regular exchange between the Federal Council andthe cantons concerning key themes of digitalisation, e.g. within the context of the confer-ence of cantonal governments CoC.


Partner(s) Federal Office of Justice FOJ, Federal IT Steering Unit FITSU, E-GovernmentSwitzerland


Report on the Confederation's course of action in the areas of CivicTech and consulta-tions

The report indicates possible options for action and the planned future course of actionby the Confederation in the areas of CivicTech and consultations.

This report fulfils postulates 17.4017 Mueller Damian "Exploiting the opportunities ofCivicTech" and 17.3149 Hausammann "Making consultation procedures more uniformand more efficient".

Responsible: Federal Chancellery FChStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/111




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6. The economy

6.1. Switzerland is characterised by a high employment rate and high-qualityworking conditions

Federal administration personnel strategy 2020 - 2023 - gearing up for digitalisation

Digitalisation also represents a challenge for the federal administration in its function asan employer. It must overhaul and adapt its structures, systems and processes. Mis-sions change; flexible interdisciplinary approaches are increasingly in demand. Thechanging ranges of tasks and professional profiles pose new demands on employeesand managers.

In order to enable the federal administration to continue to attract and retain sufficientpersonnel and provide attractive working conditions in the future, the Federal Council isestablishing the conditions necessary for this by means of the 2020 - 2023 personnelstrategy. Only with efficient and motivated personnel can the federal administration ful-fil its mission and provide an efficient and top-quality public service.

Responsible: Federal Department of Finance FDFEidgenössisches Personalamt EPA


Increasing flexibility in relation to social insurance legislation (Flexi-Test)

Examination of the need for greater flexibility in relation to social security legislationand evaluation of specific options for action.


Partner(s) Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAER, FederalDepartment of Justice and Police FDJP, Federal Department of Finance FDF


6.2. Switzerland provides room for the development of new business modelsand has a highly diversified start-up scene which brings innovationsquickly to market



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Amendment of the ordinance on renting and leasing residential and businesspremises

The ordinance on the renting and leasing of residential and business premises is beingsupplemented by an article concerning general agreement on repeated short-term sub--tenancy. In addition to the option of the general agreement, the application by tenantswill also be regulated and the legal grounds for refusal will be concretised for tenants.

Responsible: Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAERBundesamt für Wohnungswesen BWO


Digital test

An examination of where the existing relevant legislation pertaining to economic policyneedlessly obstructs digitalisation or is becoming redundant (digital test).



6.3. An innovative global fintech sector secures the competitiveness of theSwiss finance industry

Blockchain/ICO working group

This working group is evaluating the basic legal conditions for applications of blockchaintechnology which are specific to the finance sector, with special regard to Initial Coin Of-ferings (ICO).

Responsible: Federal Department of Finance FDFState Secretariat for International Finance SIF

Partner(s) Federal Office of Justice FOJ, FINMAStatus: finishedDuration Q4-2018Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/109

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Digital City Twin *

Production of a 3D model (digital twin) using a high-definition camera and enhancementusing data from various sources. This software platform is intended to develop and testthe interlinking and management of infrastructures (e.g. mobility, telecoms, energy, lo-gistics, supply/disposal), by applying new technologies. The Digital City Twin will initiallybe produced for Basel as a pioneer city.

Responsible: Nomoko, SBBPartner(s) Swisscom, Post, AMAGStatus: initializedDuration Q4-2020Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/127

Support for the capacity for innovation of regions and cities

Numerous towns, cities, cantons and municipalities are exploiting the potential of digital-isation for Smart City, Smart Village or Smart Region initiatives. In this way they con-tribute to the image of a modern, open Switzerland with a good quality of life. A numberof federal agencies are already supporting this. By means of a shared concept and an ac-tion plan, the intention is to generate tighter coordination of the Confederation's activi-ties so that synergies can be exploited, possible duplications avoided and the nationaland international acceptance and visibility of these initiatives extended.

Responsible: Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and CommunicationsDETECGS-DETEC

Partner(s) Federal Office for Spatial Development ARE, Federal Roads Office FEDRO, FederalOffice of Transport FOT, Swiss Federal Office of Energy SFOE, State Secretariat forEconomic Affairs SECO, Federal Office of Topography swisstopo


Smart Villages *

The goal of the project is to prepare municipalities in the Alpine region to recognise andexploit the opportunities of digitalisation. It involves not only technical innovations, butalso a fresh involvement of the relevant participants in regional stakeholder groups. TheSAB is the lead partner of the Smart Villages project as a whole and will additionally im-plement projects in five pilot communities in Upper Valais. The Lucerne West region is al-so taking part in the project and will be an independent test zone. Swiss participationwill be supported within the framework of the new regional policy.

Responsible: Schweizerische Arbeitsgemeinschaft für die Berggebiete SABPartner(s) Region Lucerne WestStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2021Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/146




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Smart City Hub Switzerland *

The Smart City Hub Switzerland Federation was founded on 2 July 2018 to promote theconcept of the Smart City in Switzerland at the national level and to network partici-pants. This federation makes it possible to deal with themes of nationwide relevance inthe Smart City context and complements the various regional groupings (e.g. Smart Re-gion Basel, Smart Capital Region). Furthermore, one of Smart City Hub Switzerland's keytasks is to support its members in the implementation of public and private projects.

Responsible: Post, SBB, Swisscom, Cities St. Gallen, Winterthur, Zurich and ZugPartner(s) Swiss Federal Office of Energy SFOEStatus: initializedLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/126

Sustainable spatial development model project: 2020-2024

Model project "Sustainable spatial development: 2020-2024" with the main theme “Ex-ploiting the opportunities of digitalisation for regionally coordinated universal ser-vice/provision of utilities". Through the model project, the Confederation intends, via dig-italisation, to promote trans-communally coordinated and efficient solutions for the pro-vision of universal services.


Partner(s) State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO, Federal Office for Agriculture FOAG,Federal Office of Public Health FOPH


Geodesign: a solution for balancing spatial interests?

Geodesign pursues the approach of shaping the planning process in a participative anditerative way, using geoinformation. The ARE will trial the method within the frameworkof a workshop and will subsequently define the future procedure.


Partner(s) DETEC OfficesStatus: initializedDuration Q3-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/7

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Charter community on the digitalisation of Swiss agriculture and food production

In conformity with the “Digital Switzerland” strategy, a dialogue on networking all stake-holder groups is being launched along with the charter. This dialogue is intended to nur-ture a shared awareness which promotes cooperation, to indicate areas where action isrequired and lastly to implement the strategy.

Responsible: Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAERFederal Office for Agriculture FOAG


Charter on the digitalisation of Swiss agriculture and the food industry

The charter includes twelve guidelines for handling digital data and applications. Theserepresent a formalisation of and a complement to the relevant action areas and goals ofthe “Digital Switzerland” strategy for agriculture and food production.

Responsible: Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAERFederal Office for Agriculture FOAG


6.6. Switzerland takes advantage of its opportunities regarding the virtual in-ternational economy

Monitoring of the EU digital internal market

Coordination of the federal administration’s contacts in connection with the EU's digitalsingle market strategy.


Partner(s) Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFA, Federal Department of Economic Affairs,Education and Research EAER, Federal Department of Finance FDF





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7. Data, digital content and artificial intelligence

7.1. Switzerland has a modern, coherent legal basis regarding the legal rightsrelating to data, access to data and data handling

Revision work on the Data Protection Act

Within the framework of the current revision work on the Data Protection Act (DPA): clar-ification of the possibilities for implementing the fundamental right to informational self--determination of ICT users, i.e. to increase transparency and control by ICT users oftheir own data and to strengthen the bodies exercising supervision.

Responsible: Federal Office of Justice FOJStatus: ongoingLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/86

7.2. Value creation through data promotes Switzerland as an attractive loca-tion

Big Data for Official Statistics

Representation of federal statistics in the UN Global Working Group on Big Data for Offi-cial Statistics.



Geolocalisation strategy

Development of a geolocalisation strategy (location-based services, LBS) and of imple-mentation and service proposals in relation to geolocalisation on the basis of the needsof the private sector. Report with strategy: Q3 2018; Decision by swisstopo manage-ment: Q1 2019

New services: from 2020 onwards

Responsible: Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport DDPSFederal Office of Topography swisstopo

Partner(s) Federal Roads Office FEDRO, SBBStatus: ongoingDuration Q1-2020Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/24




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Establishment of a nationwide organisation in relation to geoinformation standards

Clarification of governance and competency in relation to standards for the subject areaof geoinformation and positioning in relation to national standards are to be undertak-en by a new organisation.


Partner(s) GKG, Konferenz der Kantonalen Geoinformationsstellen KKGEO, SOGIStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/22

7.3. Appropriate datasets are available as open data as a raw material of adigital society and economy

Use of data in public statistics

Establishment, in cooperation with other departments, of the essential preconditionsfor the fulfilment of Motion 16.4011 "Digitalisation. No duplications in data acquisition"of the liberal FDP parliamentary group. The aim is to examine which legal provisionsshould be amended in relation to the use of data and registers of the federal administra-tion and the cantons, plus improved coordination of the use of data in public statistics.The results of the investigation will be submitted to the Federal Council by 30 June 2019.



Pilot project for the multiple use of master data

Implementation of a statistical pilot project for the multiple use of master data. The re-port on the results of the project will be submitted to the Federal Council by 30 June2019.


Partner(s) State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO, Federal IT Steering Unit FITSUStatus: finishedDuration Q2-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/117




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Separate storage and use of statistical data

Examination of questions of separate storage and use of statistical and non-statisticaldata in the working area of the FSO, regarding the implementation of master data pro-jects. The results of the investigation will be presented to the Federal Council by 30 June2019.


Partner(s) Federal IT Steering Unit FITSUStatus: finishedDuration Q2-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/116

Survey on internet access and internet use by households and private individuals

The survey on internet access and internet use by households and private individualswill be conducted by the FSO on 3000 persons. It will be funded by the FSO and OFCOM,on the basis of a regularly renewed agreement. The survey follows the EU model whichproduces results which are comparable with those of our most important commercialpartners. The acquired data is vital for feeding into the indicator system for the imple-mentation of the Digital Switzerland strategy.


Partner(s) Federal Office of Communications OFCOMStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/119

National research programme: Big Data

National research programme 75 "Big Data" of the Swiss National Science Foundation:NFP 75 addresses technical questions concerning Big Data, infrastructures, machinelearning and security and analyses social challenges, acceptance of the statutory provi-sions and the economic benefit, and promotes the development of new applications.


Partner(s) Swiss National Science Foundation SNSFStatus: ongoingLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/83

ETH sector: Big Data and Digital Sciences

Support for the ETH sector’s main theme "Big Data and Digital Sciences".


Partner(s) ETH domainStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2020Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/82





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Confederation geodata: basis for OGD

In order to be able to make use of Confederation geodata as Open Government Data(OGD), a new legal framework must be established and brought into force (e.g. amend-ment of the ordinance on swisstopo fees).


Partner(s) GKGStatus: ongoingDuration Q1-2020Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/21

7.4. Switzerland’s inhabitants can exercise control over their own data

Guaranteeing confidential handling of customers mobility data in Switzerland *

The joint data privacy declaration brings together statements on data protection whichare currently to be found in various tariffs and general terms and conditions of the indi-vidual transport companies. They will be communicated transparently to the customerand probably in the industry tariffs. It constitutes a mandatory directive for all transportundertakings and groups in terms of what they must promise customers.

Responsible: SBBPartner(s) Public Transport Operators and Associations in SwitzerlandStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/125

Data initiative *

Switzerland is currently ranked in the bottom third of the "Global Open Data Index". Da-ta of potential economical use (e.g. geodata, mobility data, weather data and spatialplanning data) is not being used sufficiently because of restrictive conditions on use.Whilst safeguarding legitimate interests of protection (e.g. data security, copyright, com-petitive position), this data is made available by, among others, the Confederation, muni-cipalities, quasi-federal entities and private companies, most often for re-use (open =free for further use, restricted = subject to restricted conditions of use, closed = no publi-cation).

Even data in the restricted access category is also made available (precisely by quasi-fed-eral entities and private companies) specifically for innovations in business and re-search. The objective is to position Switzerland in the top third of the "Global Open DataIndex” by the end of 2019.

Responsible: SBBPartner(s) Post, SwisscomStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/124




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Establishment of a nationwide organisation for controlling and re-designing the Na-tional Geodata Infrastructure

The National Geodata Infrastructure (NGDI) is to be built (organisation) and operated(technology) on the basis of the Confederation's geodata infrastructure in conjunctionwith the cantons, municipalities, the private sector and the research community.



Harmonisation and aggregation of the Confederation's basic geodata in conjunctionwith the cantons

In this area, tasks, competencies and responsibilities must be defined more clearly (atthe vertical and horizontal levels of the federal structure).

Also, the responsibility for harmonised products has not been definitively clarified. More-over, harmonisation of the basic geodata in conjunction with the cantons must continueto be supported.


Partner(s) GKG, Konferenz der Kantonalen Geoinformationsstellen KKGEO, federal officesStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2023Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/19

New strategy for geoinformation in the Confederation

New dynamic data management (Big Data, predictive analysis data, IoT, BIM, Linked Da-ta, etc.) will make a substantial contribution to orientating the work of the public sectortowards greater environmental or financial efficiency and to an increase in the commongood. As a result, geographical information systems are enjoying a new impetus.



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Artificial intelligence working group

A working group within the administration on the subject of artificial intelligence is be-ing set up. This is intended to ensure the exchange of knowledge and views and make itpossible to harmonise positions, among other things with regard to Switzerland's repre-sentation on international bodies. In addition, by mid-2019 it will draw up recommenda-tions for the transparent and responsible use of artificial intelligence, for the attentionof the General Secretaries Conference (GSC).


Partner(s) Federal Office of Justice FOJ, Federal Statistical Office FSO, Federal Office ofCommunications OFCOM, Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFA, StateSecretariat for International Finance SIF, Federal Customs Administration FCA


7.6. Access to digital content is improved

Transnational portability of content

Switzerland complies with the legislative proposals in the EU on the harmonisation of na-tional copyright systems and works for the transnational portability of rightfully ac-quired content for users in the relationship between Switzerland and the EU.

Responsible: Federal Department of Justice and Police FDJPSwiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property IPI




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8. Social affairs, health and culture

8.1. Innovative technologies and services promote social participation and in-tegration in the employment market for all

Active and Assisted Living (AAL)

In the European "Active and Assisted Living (AAL)" programme, within the framework ofinternational cooperation on research and innovation, the Confederation promotes thedevelopment of technical solutions which enable seniors and those with disabilities tolive, work and reside in a self-determined manner and to improve their digital skills.

Responsible: Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAERSwiss Innovation Promotion Agency Innosuisse

Status: permanent taskDuration Q4-2020Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/96

8.2. Networking of participants in the health sector enables made-to-mea-sure health provision

e-Health Switzerland strategy

Updating of the 2007 “e-Health Switzerland” strategy.

Responsible: Federal Department of Home Affairs FDHAFederal Office of Public Health FOPH, eHealth Suisse


8.3. Simplified access to cultural creation and cultural heritage encouragescultural participation

Access to the audiovisual and printed cultural heritage

Expansion of electronic access to the audiovisual and printed cultural heritage of Switz-erland; support for the long-term archiving of cultural goods (e.g. film archives) in digitalformats; support for publications in digital formats within the framework of support forreading and literature.

Responsible: Federal Department of Home Affairs FDHASwiss National Library NL

Partner(s) Federal Office of Culture FOCStatus: permanent taskLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/99




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Online access to archived materials

Creation of online access to archived materials plus a digitalisation infrastructure.

Responsible: Federal Department of Home Affairs FDHASwiss Federal Archives SFA


Support programme for design and interactive digital media

Introduction of a coordinated support programme for design and interactive digital me-dia (mobile applications, computer games, etc.).

Responsible: Federal Department of Home Affairs FDHAFederal Office of Culture FOC

Partner(s) Pro HelvetiaStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2020Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/94

Conservation of the digitalised analogue and original digital inventories of the Nation-al Library

Building a multi-client- or multi-entity-capable repository for conservation of the digi-talised analogue and original digital inventories of the National Library (general collec-tion), the Swiss Literature Archive and the Swiss National Record Library.

Responsible: Federal Department of Home Affairs FDHASwiss National Library NL

Partner(s) Swiss Literary Archives SLA, Swiss National Sound ArchivesStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2020Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/93




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9. International commitment

9.1. Switzerland contributes to shaping international discussions on the fu-ture of the digital space and its governance

Presidency of the steering committee on media and information society (CDMSI) ofthe Council of Europe

Use of the Swiss presidency of the CDMSI to promote the rule of law and human rightsand for the advancement of the media ecosystem in digital society.



Support for multi-stakeholder dialogue platforms for digitalisation

Support for inclusive multi-stakeholder dialogue platforms on the challenges of digitali-sation, in particular the global Internet Governance Forum (IGF) of the United Nations,the European Dialogue on Internet Governance (EuroDIG) and the national Swiss IGF, aswell as other processes which are relevant to the articulation and promotion of Swiss in-terests.



UN Secretary-General’s High Level Panel on Digital Cooperation

Support for the work of the High Level Panel on Digital Cooperation - in particular forFederal Councillor Doris Leuthard as a member - to improve global digital governance.


Partner(s) Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFAStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/1




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WEF: "Future of Internet Initiative" project

Cooperation with the World Economic Forum (WEF) and support for its "Future of Inter-net Initiative" project.



WSIS+10 follow-up work

Active representation and coordination of Swiss interests in the context of the follow-upwork to the WSIS+10 High-Level Meeting of the UN General Assembly in 2015, in particu-lar in the relevant bodies, such as the UNGA, UN CSTD, ICANN, ITU, UNESCO (WSIS fol-low-up work), the Council of Europe and the OECD.



Geneva Internet Platform (GIP)

Support for the Geneva Internet Platform (GIP) to promote Geneva as a leading global lo-cation for the transfer of knowledge and competency in the area of international digitalgovernance, including cybersecurity.

Responsible: Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFAPartner(s) Federal Office of Communications OFCOMStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2023Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/100

Advancement of democracy on the basis of digital self-determination

Establishment of an international network for the development of basic global condi-tions for technologies and innovations which allow people to make their data availablefor the common good, to cooperate in the building of economic and social ecosystems(including collective intelligence) and to participate independently in digital democracyin an informed manner.

Responsible: Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFAPartner(s) Federal Office of Communications OFCOMStatus: ongoingLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/4

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Global rules for a safe cyberspace

Promotion of a globally applied set of rules, confidence-building and capacity-buildingfor a secure cyberspace.

Responsible: Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFAStatus: permanent taskLink: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/104

9.3. Switzerland is committed to the achievement of the UN’s 2030 Agendagoals using new technologies

Promotion of democratic processes and access to information

The SADC and SECO are integrating the use of ICT in their activities if these support oraccelerate the achievement of their goals, among other things to promote democraticprocesses and access to information.

Responsible: Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFASwiss Agency for Development and Cooperation SDC

Partner(s) Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAER, StateSecretariat for Economic Affairs SECO




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D. Dialog Digitale Schweiz

D.1. Multistakeholder Dialog

Dialogue with the population at large: Digital Day *

Digital Day was held for the second time on 25 October 2018 under the banner "Experi-ence digital together" and involved the Swiss population in the dialogue about the op-portunities and challenges of digitalisation. Digital Day will be held once again in 2019.

Responsible: digitalswitzerlandPartner(s) StakeholderStatus: finishedDuration Q4-2018Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/122

National “Digital Switzerland” conference 2019

Organisation of the national “Digital Switzerland” conference in 2019.



Workshops of the “Digital Transformation” advisory council *

In workshops which are held on a regular basis, participants from the worlds of politics,business and science exchange views on key themes related to digitalisation. Keythemes in 2019 will include data policy and ethics, artificial intelligence and smart cities.The results from the workshops flow into the discussion with the Federal Council on theoccasion of the meetings of the “Digital Transformation” advisory council.

The advisory council serves to exchange ideas between the spheres of politics, businessand science concerning digitalisation and convenes several times a year. Members ofthe advisory board are nominally representatives of businesses, educational institutionsand associations.

Responsible: Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and CommunicationsDETEC, Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAER

Partner(s) digitalswitzerlandStatus: ongoingDuration Q4-2019Link: https://strategy.digitaldialog.swiss/en/actionplan/121




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digitaldialog.swiss platform

An online platform for an exchange between all stakeholder groups involved in the digi-tal transformation of Switzerland. It also increases the visibility of the strategy and ofthe “Digital Switzerland” action plan.




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