About us
Research and development requires an interdisciplinary team combining passionate experts, cutting-edge facilities and an excellent network of visionary partners.
Organisation
The Institute for Digital Economy in the Construction and Wood Industry (IdBH) is one of four institutes within the Department of Architecture, Wood and Civil Engineering at Bern University of Applied Sciences. The institutes differ in their approach, exploring the material, the structure, the built environment, the company and its processes, respectively:
With the Center for Development and Cooperation we use our technical knowledge also for service contracts and capacity development in emerging and developing countries.
The Institute for Digital Economy in the Construction and Wood Industry (IdBH) is divided into three areas of expertise:
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Management and market research
- Digital manufacturing
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Digital construction
We also work closely with the divisions of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Wood.
Partnerships
Our partners include small- and medium-sized businesses in the construction and wood industry, as well as suppliers, commercial enterprises, government departments, development institutions and network organisations.