The demands on modern cloud workplaces are growing: Teams want to integrate AI meaningfully into their workflows, companies value the controlled handling of their data, and digital work environments should be accessible to as many people as possible.
With the new AI add-in and accessibility improvements, BW-Tech addresses these requirements in ownCloud.online 11.1.1. The AI add-in expands the platform by offering a new way to use AI features via a chat interface. As an MCP connector, the add-in enables supported applications and data sources to be connected to AI features.
AI Right Where You Work
With version 11.1.1, the new AI add-in will make its debut in ownCloud.online in beta. The app connects the cloud platform to supported AI functions via an MCP connector.
This allows AI to be integrated more deeply into digital workflows, rather than being used as a separate tool alongside the work environment.
Benefits in Everyday Work
- AI right in your work environment: Use AI features right where you’re already working.
- Meaningfully enhance workflows: Integrating AI can help make recurring tasks more efficient.
- Discover new possibilities: The beta offers the opportunity to try out the available AI features and gain experience using them in your daily work.
Using AI without losing sight of data sovereignty
Anyone using AI in a business must know what data is being processed, which services are involved, and where the data is stored. ownCloud.online stands for cloud collaboration with a clear focus on German data sovereignty.
The MCP Connector lays the foundation for integrating modern AI features into existing workflows while ensuring data protection, security, and control over corporate data. It is crucial that companies can understand which services are being used and how their data is processed.
The AI add-in is being introduced in beta with version 11.1.1. Further information on activation, supported AI services, and availability by plan will follow.
European Accessibility Act Brings Accessibility into Focus
With the European Accessibility Act and its transposition into national law, digital accessibility has come into sharper focus. In Germany, key requirements of the Accessibility Enhancement Act (BFSG) have applied to covered products and services since June 28, 2025. However, even independent of legal regulations, accessibility is an important criterion for digital inclusion and user-centered software.
Navigate ownCloud.online Using Your Keyboard
Accessibility facilitates access to digital workspaces, supports a variety of usage scenarios, and is becoming increasingly important when selecting enterprise software.
In addition to AI, version 11.1.1 therefore places a second priority on accessible operation in accordance with WCAG 2.1 AA. A key component is consistent keyboard accessibility. Users can navigate the interface without using a mouse.
Key improvements include:
- Tab navigation: Interactive elements can be accessed using the Tab key.
- Visible focus: It is clear which element is currently selected.
- Logical focus order: Navigation follows a logical sequence.
Update to Version 11.1.1
ownCloud.online is continuously being developed by BW-Tech. In addition to the two key areas of this release, Version 11.1.1 includes comprehensive security, maintenance, and bug fixes. Further technical details and the released source code can be found in the ownCloud repository on GitHub.
ownCloud.online customers receive the update automatically. The on-premises version will be available for download starting December 1, 2026.
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