These survey results are rather surprising. Austrian people are not very mobile and typically do not leave the country. Hence, a loss of highly talented IT engineers does not seem to be a problem. The EU allows all citizens of the member states to move freely within the boundaries of the single market, acknowledging degrees from the home countries of the people. It is not clear whether this opportunity will have a significant impact on the Austrian computer professional society.
Immigration laws are very strict in Austria.
It is not easy to hire foreigners legally. Most foreigners are refugees who are not allowed to work or guest workers which are mostly employed for low-level jobs. The close cooperation of the three autonomous partners has created synergies, while more effectively utilizing the individual strengths of each partner. Growing demand from the industrial sector can be better met through the development of joint solutions. Electronic information networks are being utilized for product development.