Protecting the label “Made in Germany”
Still many challenges ahead

Even though German entrepreneurs are extremely innovative when it comes to research and development, they tend to be rather negligent when it comes to protecting their ideas. Underestimating the dangers originating from market competitors and foreign intelligence services can quickly give rise to existential threats. The same holds true for an exaggerated risk appetite, e.g. if confidential business strategies become publicly known, or if large investments in product development are lost because a competitor launches the product first. These risks must be avoided. Together with ASW Bundesverband. Made for Germany.
The label "Made in Germany" stands for technological progress, highest quality standards and precision. At the same time, this strong economic label is a top-priority target for criminals.
Over 1,200 global market leaders are domiciled in Germany alone. As a consequence, the label "Made in Germany" represents an attractive target for illegal hackers and criminals, with more and more companies getting targeted by malicious groups.
We. Endeavour. Security.

Comprehensive risks are best met with a cooperative approach. Join the effort by supporting ASW Bundesverband. Because we are the German Association for Security in Industry and Commerce.
An active contribution to security is our mission. We are an active partner in the political legislative process. We serve as a communication link to the media and as a hinge between security agencies and the economy.
BND, BKA, BfV, BBK, BSI, ... and us.
ASW Bundesverband maintains a continuous cooperation with all relevant intelligence and police authorities as well as with other security agencies. We aim to establish and maintain communication channels for important information between authorities and companies. Because early access to information means lasting security.
Proactive prevention. Highly specialized.
German companies are exposed to a variety of complex and dynamic risks. ASW Bundesverband tackles these risks with a proactive prevention approach as well as highly specialized competence centres and task forces. Our approach is based on a close cooperation of numerous universities, research facilities and other security alliances on a federal and national level. As such, ASW Bundesverband is the leading center of excellence in Germany with regard to all corporate security issues – qualified, committed, neutral.
Board members

Volker Wagner - Allianz für Sicherheit in der Wirtschaft Baden-Württemberg e.V. (ASW BW)
President

Peter H. Bachus – Vereinigung für die Sicherheit der Wirtschaft e.V. (VSW)
Vice President

Carsten Baeck – Verband für Sicherheit in der Wirtschaft Berlin Brandenburg e.V. (VSW-BB)
Board member
Christian Vogt - Allianz für Sicherheit in der Wirtschaft West e.V. (ASW West)
Board member