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A study by STAUFEN. and AppliediT found six out of ten industrial companies in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland struggle with data exploitation due to a lack of skilled professionals. Over half also find it hard to implement data-driven insights. 📉 Key Issues: - 58% cite lack of human resources. - 53% face unstructured data. - 43% lack analytical skills or platforms. 🏭 Needed Actions: - Foster a data-focused culture (53%). - Recruit more data experts (47%). - Improve analysis tools (42%). 🔗 Check out more about the study https://lnkd.in/gpqF5DS5 #DigitalTransformation #Industry40 #DataAnalysis #Innovation

Enhancing Supply Chain Efficiency: Staufen Partners with River Logic Staufen has teamed up with River Logic, a global leader in network design and optimization. This collaboration introduces cutting-edge solutions like the Digital Planning Twin™ and River Logic’s Value Chain Optimization Solution, aimed at revolutionizing supply chain efficiency. River Logic's advanced technology and expertise will complement Staufen’s commitment to operational excellence, offering businesses unparalleled capabilities to optimize supply chain networks for resilience and profitability. "We're thrilled to partner with River Logic to bring innovative supply chain solutions to our clients," says Christian Ullrich, Principal at STAUFEN. Together, we look forward to delivering increased efficiencies and strategic advantages to businesses worldwide. #SupplyChainOptimization #Partnership #BusinessInnovation

Since 1931, Bridgestone Latinoamérica Norte has been continuously expanding its business, always with the aim of meeting the changing needs of society. Quality is the key, because consumer safety is at their heart. Bridgestone Latin America North offers a diverse range of tires and brands to meet the needs of different customers. They value sustainability and offer added value. In our magazine article, Pablo Jimenez Aldrette, Plant Manager at Bridgestone Corporation, talks about the introduction of shop floor management and the challenges involved. You can find the entire article and further information on the topic on our website https://lnkd.in/g_VnbqVE #staufen #magazine #SMF

In view of the current polycrisis, many industrial companies are not paying enough attention to a consistent strategy to improve performance. Instead of performance improvement, short-term problems and fragmentation often dominate day-to-day business. It is true that many companies see more opportunities than risks for themselves overall, despite all the challenges. But for this to have a positive impact on the profit and loss account, companies must leave their comfort zone and tackle it courageously instead of reacting passively. Our annual study "Performance Drivers 2024 - How Companies Achieve Operational Excellence". At the same time, however, the study is also a signpost out of the crisis. The goal: to free up the necessary resources to be able to invest in new technologies and the qualification of employees.  Discover how Staufen can help boost your performance. Read the “Performance Drivers 2024” study to learn more https://lnkd.in/gajDi-Y4. #PerformanceBoost #OperationalExcellence #ContinuousImprovement #Staufen

In our magazine article, Philip Roehrig discusses the challenges and solutions ABICOR BINZEL has navigated in supply chain management. Ongoing growth led to issues in the supply chain network, impacting both service quality and profit margins. By implementing Inform's ADD*ONE optimization software, ABICOR BINZEL broke down data silos and reorganized data operations. This strategic move has enabled them to maintain consistent delivery capabilities, even amidst current multi-crisis conditions. Notably, they achieved a 20% reduction in global inventory levels without compromising service quality. Additionally, they have reduced their reliance on air freight by 50%. 👉 For more insights, read our full article at: https://lnkd.in/ghGqj2pH #staufen #magazine #SCMN #AI

Customers around the world order fans from ZIEHL-ABEGG SE. In order to continue to satisfactorily process the steadily growing number of orders, the company has launched a Lean Transformation at its largest production site in Kupferzell. Greater efficiency and Leadership Excellence should ensure consistent product quality and high delivery reliability at all locations in Germany and abroad in future. In the interview with Joachim Ley and Ralf Alers, you can find out what measures the company has taken as part of its “fresh air cure”. Read our magazine article now https://lnkd.in/gEfHqE7Y #staufenmagazine #staufen #OPEX

In the latest issue of Staufen magazine, we had the privilege to ask Dr. Jeffrey Liker, Professor emeritus at University of Michigan three critical questions about Lean Management: 👉 Lean Management: What does it mean that lean is a fundamentally different approach? 👉 Lean in the USA: How lean are companies in the US? Is lean thinking widespread in the US economy? 👉 Path to Excellence: What should US manufacturing companies take to heart to become excellent? Check out the magazine for his insightful answers https://lnkd.in/dR86djiN #LeanManagement #ContinuousImprovement #ManufacturingExcellence

Last week, we had the incredible opportunity to visit SEW-EURODRIVE - USA in Wellford, South Carolina. The longstanding partnership between SEW Eurodrive and STAUFEN. in Germany has thrived for over 20 years. Now, we're thrilled to announce the expansion of our companies' partnership into the USA/Americas region! During our visit, we engaged in enlightening discussions with Mr. Rainer Blickle and the senior management team about SEW’s factory automation and intra-logistics automation solutions. Next, we witnessed firsthand, SEW's South Carolina operations utilizing those automation solutions to work at an incredibly advanced level of efficiency. These solutions, implemented not just as concepts on PowerPoint slides but as tangible realities within SEWs own facilities, serve as a practical roadmap for so many companies that are still navigating the early stages of digitalization and automation, grappling with how to approach the subject and the benefits it holds. We're looking forward to sharing the SEW automation solutions experience with our clients, enabling them to learn and grow from these remarkable advancements. A heartfelt thank you to SEW for the warm reception and the invaluable exchange of ideas during our visit! #SEW #industry40 #smartfactory #Automation #Intralogistics #IndustryInnovation