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Meeting efficiency is even more important in today's digital communications. In the download you will find tips, tools and checklists for meetings and for structuring the different communication channels.

The VDMA has compiled advice and experience from various companies in the mechanical and plant engineering sector on how to maintain production despite a pandemic.

Companies that want to become more agile, faster and more innovative subject their regulations and processes to a regular garbage collection.

42 percent of AI startups for mechanical engineering come from Europe. Process optimization, visual quality control and predictive maintenance as key innovation fields. Financing is lacking in Europe.

Tailor-made solutions for customers mean serving their needs perfectly from a technical point of view, while at the same time keeping product costs within exactly the right range. This could enable European mechanical and plant engineering to tap into completely new market potential, even - or especially - in times of crisis. This is the focus of a recent survey commissioned by the IMPULS Foundation.

VDMA estimate of cost development and cost trends in 2023.

According to the German Federal Statistical Office, German machinery production in the food processing and packaging machinery sector increased by 4 percent in H1 2022.

From April 17 to April 21, 2023, the world's leading trade fair for industry will take place in Hannover.

Successfully implementing an IoT platform in your own company is an important building block for the future and plays a critical role in the implementation of Industrie 4.0.

In August and September, machinery manufacturers in many countries reported robust growth figures.

Even in turbulent times, purchasing must ensure on-time deliveries and limit price risks. In order to achieve this, companies should question their current procedures.

The VDMA future study "Future Services 2025" was also presented at the Mechanical Engineering Summit 2022. 3 speakers told their respective service stories.

Recruiting young apprentices has adapted to the digital world. But which measures will have a future when Corona restrictions are largely eliminated?

In the joint study "Next Generation Manufacturing", management consultants Roland Berger and the VDMA highlight important levers for the successful production of tomorrow. The focus is on the six global trends of sustainability, digitalization, location matters, individualization, populism and industry disruption.

The publication provides industrial SMEs with practical guidance for the successful development of an individual strategy and roadmap for holistic digitization.

Services in mechanical engineering: The focus is already on people, digitization and sustainability. Will everything be new, will everything be different in the next decade? Four scenarios in the 8th study of the future.

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Many companies are working toward the goal of becoming more agile and innovative. The opportunities for change are favorable right now due to the shared experience of breaking down the familiar.

Efficient spare parts management is an important building block in the after-sales business. After-sales-applications ensure the availability of spare parts at agricultural machinery manufacturer Claas.

If things go well, turnover in the world machinery sector is likely to increase by 2 percent in 2023, adjusted for prices. However, lower growth is not unrealistic.

With the attached guideline, a very lean and coherent KPI model has now been created, which specifically references the PM's perspective, but can certainly also be applied in other departments due to the matrix function of product management.

Services in mechanical engineering: The focus is already on people, digitization and sustainability. Will everything be new, will everything be different in the next decade? Around 120 guests discussed future scenarios and received new impetus on applications, training and new business models at Campus Buschhütten.

Anyone who wants to work the markets of the future needs sound market information - but how can market intelligence be used strategically? Answers to this question will be provided at the 13th German Mechanical Engineering Summit.

The shortage of skilled workers is coming to a head, the labor market has turned. Demographics, digitalization, democratization and decentralization also pose challenges for companies in this area.

There is a shortage of skilled workers. This is also bringing foreign talent back into focus. You will find practical experiences and a collection of support services in the download.

What role will services play in mechanical engineering in the future? The VDMA scenario study "Future Services 2035" will be presented. Impulses, controversies and recommendations for action from experts.

A new VDMA brochure provides important information on placing automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and transport systems on the market in accordance with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC (CE marking).

A new brochure is designed to give manufacturers, dealers and operators more certainty about placing automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and transport systems on the market and the associated responsibilities.

The situation in most mechanical engineering companies is currently characterized by the tense situation with materials and preliminary products. Not only disrupted supply chains are causing problems, but also the sharp rise in prices.

Developers and designers have long wanted a material research tool that allows them to search across suppliers using customizable technical criteria. Now it's here.

Digitalization poses many a challenge to mechanical engineering. Upskilling your own employees in the area of Industrie 4.0 can be a solution to bring specialized knowledge on board. We have provided you with a list of advanced degree programs.

Adaptability and flexibility are more in demand than ever. But despite permanent change, processes must remain stable. What this means for management, work and production organization.

The Lean Assessments of the VDMA East regularly provide new impulses for hosts and participants. For example, FläktGroup provided exciting insights into methods, milestones and successes.

At the start of the third quarter, sentiment among companies in many countries deteriorated. Supply-side bottlenecks have so far predominated, but now demand-side pressures have been added.

In our theme publications, you will find facts, figures and data related to vocational training, engineering courses, skilled workers, mechanical engineers and women in mechanical engineering.

The VDMA is calling on politicians to also allow recruitment agencies to bring foreign skilled workers to Germany. Every possibility must now be seriously considered to get the skilled labor problem under control.

Global turnover growth in the machinery industry is expected to reach 4 percent in real terms in 2022. In the coming year, 5 percent could be achieved. However, downside risks currently predominate.

VDMA white paper provides practical assistance in assessing the CCC certification obligation for control cabinets

How are the pandemic, demographics and more affecting employee retention in our industry? What are suspected causes?

Ongoing supply problems are challenging purchasing in the mechanical and plant engineering sector, yet there are approaches to dealing with supplier demands.

Whether invoices are to be posted or reports created: Digitized, automated processes can also save a lot of time in commercial processes. In addition, transparency increases.

If the self-termination rate of employees in mechanical and plant engineering has increased - what approaches remain for the industry to improve employee retention?

Market Intelligence - is market data the key to keeping an eye on developments in mechanical engineering and making better strategic decisions? A VDMA-wide survey reveals.

From upgrades of classic services to new business models through digitalization, sustainability and changed, partly disruptive framework conditions: What does the future of service business and service processes look like in the next decade? Experience it on 06-07.09.2022 at the Campus Buschhütten, Germany!

The situation in the supply chains has once again worsened. Hardly any companies in the machinery and plant engineering sector expect the situation to ease any time soon. More and more companies are changing their procurement strategies and placing a stronger focus on security of supply.

1st edition of topic radars for drone technologies in last-mile logistics and for industrial applications, research and technology in general.

The exclusive follow-up event to our sixth Future Business Summit took place live in Geneva and brought the future to life. Photos, video interviews and presentations are available now.

The mechanical engineering industry is looking for employees. In fact, the number of job ads is now at record levels. The indicators all speak the same language and the shortages are getting worse.

A successful event: on May 11, 2022, 60 participants exchanged views on top issues ranging from sustainability management and climate neutrality to "zero impact" in raw materials at the Corporate Foresight spring conference. Exciting presentations, interesting discussions and inspiring networking.

Sustainability requirements and the Ukraine war are having an impact on mechanical and plant engineering in NRW as well - the event addressed the role of controlling and accounting.