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Operations Management | August 2026

Transparency obligations for AI: New rules from August

Since August 2, 2026, companies have been required to clearly label AI-generated content and communication via AI systems. An expert explains what to consider.

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Crafts policy | August 2026

The "Boiler Room of the Future" campaign enters its second round.

The "Boiler Room of the Future" event series continues. At eight more locations across North Rhine-Westphalia, the action days will provide information on what makes sense when a heating system replacement is due.

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Operations Management | August 2026

New self-employment: What are the plans?

From 2028, the "new self-employment" within the social security system is intended to create greater legal certainty for clients. We explain the federal government's plans.

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Operations Management | August 2026

New Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG): Tradespeople demand preservation of feed-in tariffs for photovoltaics

The feed-in tariff for small photovoltaic systems is to be abolished in the new Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG). The skilled trades sector views this critically and demands reliable mechanisms for a functioning market.

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Operations Management | August 2026

The first day at work is crucial

Early August is a special time for many craft businesses. New apprentices begin their professional careers.

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Operations Management | August 2026

Advertising with sustainability – but doing it right!

Craft businesses will soon need to be careful when advertising with terms like "climate neutral" or "eco". Stricter rules will apply from September: blanket environmental claims or unclear labels will no longer be permitted.

Operations Management | August 2026

Kärcher and Stihl launch new battery alliance

Kärcher and Stihl are cooperating in the field of battery technology and are introducing a joint, cross-brand system for professional users.

Operations Management | August 2026

Select, establish, and further develop AI

In the 16th and final episode of our AI series on the use of AI in the skilled trades, we complete the implementation process of the digital assistant KaI.

Operations Management | August 2026

The artists' social security contribution will rise slightly to 5,0 percent in 2027.

The contribution rate for artists' social security will again be 5,0 percent in 2027. In 2026 it was temporarily at 4,9 percent.

European Days of Crafts 2027: Register now

Masters and technicians start the new school year

Check presentation for WorldSkills 2026

Main entrance of the Chamber of Skilled Crafts closed

Craft businesses are popular with burglars

Start of apprenticeship: Entry into the skilled trades still possible

European Days of Crafts 2027: Register now

One in three tradespeople already uses AI daily.

Crafts under pressure: Weak demand and difficult financing

New Circular Economy Act: Trades see room for improvement

The skilled trades sector demands practical implementation of the substitute building materials regulation.

Teacher shortage in Brandenburg: Schools face the threat of cancelled classes

Caravan Salon 2026: Experience the future of caravanning

The Unimog is celebrating its birthday

Privileges now also for electric commercial vehicles

European Days of Crafts 2027: Register now

Brusk: Where Bruges combines medieval times and AI

A new world in the zoo of superlatives

Start of apprenticeship: Entry into the skilled trades still possible

With professional textile finishing, you're on the safe side.

Corporate award from "Vocational Training Without Borders"

Mandatory electronic cash registers are expected to come into effect from 2028.

Transparency obligations for AI: New rules from August

The "Boiler Room of the Future" campaign enters its second round.

New self-employment: What are the plans?

New Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG): Tradespeople demand preservation of feed-in tariffs for photovoltaics

The first day at work is crucial

Advertising with sustainability – but doing it right!

Kärcher and Stihl launch new battery alliance

Select, establish, and further develop AI

The artists' social security contribution will rise slightly to 5,0 percent in 2027.