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Signing off from #HannoverMesse24! 🚀👋 It was again an impressive line-up from all corners of the #manufacturing and industrials world. We witnessed real-world applications of #GenAI, game-changing solutions in sustainability and energy, and bold ideas for more productive processes. Overall the atmosphere was much more optimistic and vibrant than one might have expected in the current challenging economic environment. We saw a colorful and diverse supplier landscape with courageous impulses not only coming from established players, but also bold and hungry startups. And they are certainly needed, as accelerating innovation must be top of the agenda for the industry. We are already looking forward to seeing these impulses moving into the real world, transforming an industry for a more sustainable future! 🙏 #RolandBerger #CourageToChange #HM24

As we analyzed the performance of the #CapitalGoods industry, we found that companies have achieved approximately 5% growth, outstripping global #GDP. 🧐 And what about regional disparities? 📍 Europe and North America have shown comparable performance in recent years; 📍 Heavier investment in North America, particularly in #CapitalGrowth, gave the region a competitive edge; 📍 China emerges as a front-runner in the industry, with significant investments and many winning companies. 💡 Maintaining pricing discipline and optimizing #production capacity are key strategies to sustain #profitability in the future. Discover more insights like these in the full study! ➡ https://lnkd.in/drmwPxd4 #RolandBerger Gareth Hayes, Sven Siepen, Masayuki Igarashi, Daniel Tao, Bernhard Weissensteiner

The world is shifting toward #GreenEnergy technologies. But what global effects does this change have? 🌍 ⏩ Demand for non-fossil minerals is growing; ⏩ Supplies, especially of lithium and nickel, are struggling to keep up; ⏩ #RawMaterial supply chains are at risk. #EV sales uncertainties, geopolitics, and the time required for implementing raw material projects worsen this state. The need for resilient #SupplyChains is apparent. 💡 Discover our cyclical, scenario-based approach to #resilience with a focus on stability, flexibility, and risk containment measures: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dAh5k_3x #RolandBerger Wolfgang Bernhart

With almost 1,100 attendees, last week’s Global Water Summit was its largest yet. Here are a few of our favorite shots from what was a busy week packed with interesting discussions and meetings: 💧 Partner Bill Malarkey leading a session with corporate leaders on how they are taking action to conserve and reuse #water while also replenishing natural water sources. 💧 Senior Partner Geoff Gage leading a series of roundtable sessions on the future of the UK’s utility sector. 💧 Senior Partner Yvonne Ruf discussing the delicate relationship between water and energy, and how water technologies can support the #GreenEnergy transition. 💧 Principal Dorothée Chabredier joining the judging panel for the Water Tech Idol competition featuring entrepreneurs pitching the latest innovations in desalination technologies. 💧 The team gathering to celebrate the best of the water industry at the Global Water Awards ceremony. 💡 A key theme throughout the week was how leaders could work together to make water an ‘unlimited’ resource. We see immense opportunities for the technologies that will make the goal possible, but more broadly, for water to play an even more significant role in climate adaptation and a #SustainableEnergy transition. Discover more: https://bit.ly/42Xv6xs #RolandBerger #UnlockWaterPotential #GWS24

#HannoverMesse is slowly coming to an end. We were excited about the buzzing discussions on cutting-edge advancements in automation, digitalization, and sustainability. Amidst these discussions, one topic particularly stood out: 💡 #GenerativeAI. #RolandBerger #FigureOfTheMonth

This year’s HANNOVER MESSE was again filled with innovations from a variety of sectors to accelerate the transformation of industry and #manufacturing. But which key topics were the talk of town? 💬 🚀 Accelerated adoption of advanced technologies: Gen AI and machine learning are revolutionizing manufacturing processes, enhancing productivity and efficiency. 🚀 Digital trends and closed-loop digital chains: Practical solutions are emerging, with closed-loop digital chains connecting different systems and offering more affordable hardware solutions. 🚀 Broadening supplier landscape: Not only large corporations but also mid-sized companies and startups are offering practical solutions to their clients. Watch the video for Marcus Berret's complete insights on how these trends will shape the new era that lies ahead! 🎬 Discover more: ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xzdJHw #RolandBerger #CourageToChange #HM24

#QuantumTechnology has emerged as a game-changer across industries. It is poised to drive transformative changes across sectors, from #manufacturing to #energy, with key applications like quantum sensing for precise measurements or communication for secure data transmission. 🏭🔋 The surge in investments since 2020 underscores quantum technology's growing importance. Companies that embrace this shift will gain a competitive edge, positioning themselves at the forefront of the next industrial revolution. 💡 Discover how to harness the power of quantum technology in our latest study! ➡️ https://bit.ly/4cjs6zw #RolandBerger #CourageToChange #HannoverMesse24 Carina Kießling

In the dynamic setting of #HannoverMesse 2024, our Senior Partner at Roland Berger, Bernhard Langefeld, organized an exclusive client tour aimed at stimulating discussions on cutting-edge technological advancements and industry trends. 💡 This year's tour, titled "𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀-𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆", tackled the pressing issue of #LaborShortages. Manufacturing sectors are grappling with the challenge of less appealing production roles, highlighting the urgent need for competitive alternatives in the labor market. Luckily, advancements in technology are facilitating the shift towards increasingly autonomous production. The message is clear: innovate or risk commercial viability. The guided tour showcased leading industry players who presented exciting innovations, including end-to-end automation solutions and #generativeAI technologies, to help address these challenges. The highlights, just to name a few: 👉 Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Industrial Copilot 👉 Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based anomaly detection and prediction of equipment failures 👉 End-to-end digital twin technology as enabler for the industrial Metaverse 👉 Modular AGVs with built-in fuel-cells powered by bio-ethanol 👉 Advanced automation solutions for hydrogen production and storage It was a captivating journey through the forefront of industrial innovation, illustrating how technology is reshaping the future of manufacturing. To get more insights on HANNOVER MESSE 2024 and explore trending highlights from the far, visit our website: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dzhwtAdt #RolandBerger #CourageToChange #HM24

What is the industry at #HannoverMesse talking about? 🎤 💬 Dr. Julia Duwe, our partner and one of our experts on the ground, is energized by the strong innovative vibe visitors can feel at the fair this year. In her live update from the trade show, she shares what struck her most after immersing herself in the industry's newest solutions for transforming the industry: 💡 #Collaboration in data is improving supply chain management and transparency 💡 #GenAI becomes more and more applicable in various steps of operations like R&D, supply chain or procurement 💡 #Sustainability is at the center of discussions and a core driver of all innovative projects You want to dive deeper into the future of manufacturing? ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dzhwtAdt #RolandBerger #CourageToChange

🏆 Today at HANNOVER MESSE, the winners of this year’s Microsoft Intelligent Manufacturing Award (#MIMA) were presented their awards by Roland Berger Global Managing Director Marcus Berret and Microsoft Corporate VP Global Industry Kathleen Mitford. 🌟 Dubbed the 'Oscars of digital #operations', MIMA recognizes pioneering #digital use cases that have the potential to transform the industry. Under the motto “𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲, 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲, 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿” companies from across Europe, the Middle East and Africa submitted their breakthrough solutions for the #manufacturing, #process, #construction and #automotive industries. The winners of the award, which was jointly organized by Roland Berger and Microsoft for the fifth time, were selected by a high-ranking jury of experts from industry, science and consulting. Big congratulations to all the winners for their innovative contributions! 🥇 Overall Winner – Mercedes-Benz AG 🥇 Innovate! – Northvolt 🥇 Scale! – Malvern Panalytical 🥇 Add Value! – Wilo Group 🥇 Disrupt! – ANDRITZ 🥇 Sustainability! – Danfoss Read more about the winning cases here: https://lnkd.in/eRyP6W6f #RolandBerger