Information and Knowledge Transfer
The AAL Competence Network supports the practical implementation and evaluation of innovative AAL solutions. By pooling specialist knowledge, practical experience and research findings, the network promotes the successful use of assistive technologies to enable independent living in old age.
The transfer of information and knowledge, pilot studies and evaluations help to highlight new solutions and assess their practical benefits.
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AAL Practice Forum
SMARTER LIVES is the exchange and networking platform of the AAL Competence Network for innovative solutions in the health and social care sectors. The series of events brings together researchers, practitioners, businesses and users to highlight the latest developments and technologies for an ageing society.
Specialist presentations, case studies, product demonstrations and networking opportunities promote the transfer of knowledge and the exchange of experiences between the various stakeholders. The aim is to showcase innovative AAL solutions, provide fresh impetus and support their practical application.
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Digital Product Catalogue
AAL Products provides a digital overview of assistive and smart technologies in the field of Active & Assisted Living. The online product catalogue helps users, relatives, care organisations and professionals to find suitable solutions for a range of needs and to keep up to date with the latest market developments.
Solution providers have the opportunity to showcase their products and services free of charge and make them accessible to a wide audience. Thanks to the structured categorisation based on the TAALXONOMY classification, technologies are presented transparently and can be easily compared.
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Sam Tool
The SAM TOOL helps organisations identify suitable methods for user involvement throughout the innovation process. Based on the framework conditions and the stage of development of a product or service, the tool recommends appropriate methods for specifically involving users in the innovation and development process.
By combining a specially developed calculation model with a database containing numerous methods for user involvement, the SAM TOOL facilitates the selection of suitable approaches for research, product development and practical application. For each method, areas of application as well as advantages and disadvantages are clearly presented.
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Together with organisations, service providers and research institutions, we make digital solutions for a good quality of life in old age visible, comparable and practical.
