ICT, Strategy & Policy
At TNO’s unit ICT, Strategy & Policy, we believe that a nation’s prosperity depends on how effectively new innovations are woven into the fabric of daily life. True digital leadership requires more than just developing and deploying technology; it demands the strategic design of the systems that power our society, balancing economic growth, quality of life, and shared values. For the Netherlands to thrive, we must be the architects of our own digital future. Our purpose is clear: we shape advantage through the digital stack.
“Technologische innovatie is de absolute motor achter onze maatschappelijke en economische vooruitgang. TNO stelt organisaties in staat om de sterktes van Nederland en Europa te verzilveren, en daarmee een sleutelposities in de mondiale AI-revolutie te claimen.”
From potential to results
Through a unique combination of applied research, advanced engineering, and strategic insight, we turn technological potential into a lasting competitive advantage for businesses and public organizations. We build core European values, such as digital sovereignty, robust security, and data privacy, directly into the heart of new systems and policies. This value-driven approach ensures that our innovations are built on a foundation of trust, giving Dutch and European organizations a distinct edge on the global stage.
Foundations of our digital future
The impact of our work is visible in today’s real-world solutions. We engineer made-in-Europe AI models and data-sharing networks that allow Dutch organizations to collaborate without losing control of their intellectual property. We create the advanced security that will keep our digital economy safe. We develop the lightning-fast 6G networks that will be the resilient backbone of our future infrastructure. At the same time, our evidence-based policy frameworks help ensure that Dutch laws don't just react to change; they help to set the pace for competitiveness and societal progress.
Seizing the opportunity
The future of the Netherlands is a choice of leadership. By mastering both the design and the governance of the technologies we rely on, we secure our relevance and increase our influence on the world stage. TNO connects entire ecosystems and industries to turn bold technological ideas into reality. We are not just preparing for the future; we are shaping advantage across every layer of the digital stack to secure prosperity for generations to come.
Artificial intelligence
TNO envisions a time in which AI augments human wisdom, without compromising European values. We’re building Responsible AI That Works: systems that are both ethical and effective. Systems that deliver measurable societal impact and preserve human agency, while enhancing human capabilities.
Cybersecurity by design
Cybersecurity is much more than just protection and compliance. With the right cybersecurity strategy and solutions, we turn digital security into a competitive advantage that directly strengthens both your reputation and product reliability.
Data sharing
Data sharing accelerates innovation. For example, better treatment methods thanks to the secure sharing of patient data. Or the digitization of paper processes and the use of AI. We help companies to use each other's data efficiently and securely.
Digital infrastructures
The rapid digitalization of Dutch industry presents an immense opportunity that requires future-proof, high-speed, and open digital foundations. TNO drives this progress by enabling open, sovereign, sustainable, and secure infrastructures where all services seamlessly and responsibly interoperate.
Digital systems
To accelerate their competitive edge, the Dutch high-tech and energy sectors must turn growing digital complexity into a strategic advantage. TNO empowers these industries by forging multiplier partnership ecosystems and developing advanced systems engineering methodologies.
TNO Vector
As public and private entities navigate complex societal transitions, they need practical ways to drive inclusive prosperity. TNO Vector delivers these solutions by analyzing socio-technical systems, forecasting economic visions, orchestrating innovation, and crafting future-proof policies and governance structures.
Contact us
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Marc Zegveld
Functie:Managing Director unit ICT, Strategy & PolicyAs an independent, out-of-the-box leader, Marc’s career is driven by a singular focus: boosting economic competitiveness and delivering systemic impact through innovation. He operates on the conviction that true progress requires explicit choices, including confronting uncomfortable truths and championing the inconvenient but necessary investments needed to build a fair, resilient, and prosperous society.
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Standplaats:Den Haag - New Babylon
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Email:Email Marc
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