The rapid development of quantum technologies presents not only opportunities but also considerable challenges for information security. Against this backdrop, Digital Factory Vorarlberg, together with AIT and System Industrie Electronic (S.I.E.), is hosting an information and discussion session on post-quantum cryptography (PQC) at FH Vorarlberg on October 1, 2025.
The event highlights how companies can proactively prepare for the era of quantum computers:
- Why act now? Risks such as “harvest now, decrypt later” are discussed, as are the time horizons of current quantum technology roadmaps (e.g., NIST, IBM, EU). vactory.at
- Threat situation & basics: Which assets are at risk (e.g., intellectual property, critical networks), which post-quantum algorithms and standards already exist, and what is the legal situation, e.g., under NIS2 or eIDAS 3.0? vactory.at
- Migration paths & approach: From crypto inventory to risk assessment and prioritization to practical implementation and collaboration with customers and suppliers. The focus is on hybrid solutions, crypto agility, and best practices. vactory.at
- A specific contribution comes from System Industrie Electronic (S.I.E.) as part of the AUTKRYPTO project, which is particularly relevant for the Rhine Valley region.
Thomas Lorünser, Senior Scientist at the Center for Digital Safety & Security, the Digital Factory Vorarlberg team, and Erwin Erkinger discuss the enormous challenges facing companies and the benefits of national and European initiatives in the field of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
Date: October 1, 2025, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., followed by drinks and networking
Location: Vorarlberg University of Applied Sciences, Room W 206
This event is aimed at strategic decision-makers in IT and cybersecurity, R&D managers for IT and software projects, and C-level executives at technology-oriented companies.
Please register by September 29, 2025 at office(at)vactory.at .
The event is free of charge for registered participants.
Details and the event program can be found here.