The Ferdinand-Steinbeis-Institute removes technology topics from the ivory towers of science
Involving society in the trend toward Economy 4.0 is important for two reasons. On the one hand, many emerging technologies in the field of “autonomization” and digital transformation cannot …
#TECHOURFUTURE: THE SOCIETAL IMPORTANCE OF AN ECONOMY 4.0
LIFELONG, INFORMAL LEARNING: HOW TO SUCCEED WITH DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN THE LONG TERM
Aside from technological change, communication and staff training also play a central role
Digital transformation is often seen as just a technological process that focuses on digitalizing certain aspects of a business. Frequently, not enough thought is given to the …
“AGILITY IS NOT SOMETHING THAT CAN BE PRESCRIBED, IT HAS TO BE LIVED OUT AND BELIEVED IN”
An interview with Prof. Dr.-Ing. Klaus Schlickenrieder, Director of the Steinbeis Transfer Center for Production Processes, Robotics, and Agile
Robots working alongside people as if it’s nothing out of the ordinary – the shape of things to come in production. …
ECONOMY X.0: SMEs SHAPE UP FOR A DIGITAL FUTURE
The Baden-Wuerttemberg Industry 4.0 Transfer Platform translates digital transformation trends into practice at SMEs
Industrial trends are accelerating at an incredible speed. Within a short space of time, a variety of global techniques and technologies have become established, rapidly resulting …
“STAFF NEED TO BE BROUGHT ON BOARD”
An interview with Prof. Dr. Daniel Palm, director of the Steinbeis Transfer Center Industrie 4.0 and digitalization and the Steinbeis Transfer Platform Industry 4.0
Digital transformation provides companies with completely new possibilities to add value, but it also spells significant …
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION MEANS A LOT MORE THAN DIGITALIZATION
Small and medium-sized enterprises need to do more than digitalize processes – they also need to keep overhauling their business models
The discussion surrounding digitalization and digital transformation has been a wake-up call for industry. Succeeding with digital transformation is …
LET’S TALK ABOUT TECHNOLOGY*
Steinbeis expert Prof. Dr.-Ing. Dr. h.c. Norbert Höptner appeals for more openness to technological developments
PCs. Laptops. Smartphones. GPS. We’ve come to accept the technology behind these devices without even thinking about it. Fly-by-wire. Autonomous cars. Drones. At this point, …
EVERYTHING REVOLVES AROUND PEOPLE
A team of Steinbeis experts from Würzburg successfully forges a link between people and technology
Despite all the potential offered by digital transformation, ultimately it will be about developing smart things – and in doing so, not losing sight …
INDIVIDUAL TABLETS: DOSAGES AS REQUIRED
Steinbeis experts provide support with the development of needs-based medication
Good health is the most valuable personal possession there is. When it’s threatened, tablets might help. But the problem with pills is that they contain fixed proportions of ingredients, whether …
INCONNECT: INNOVATION REQUIRES COLLABORATION!
Steinbeis cooperation index analyzes the potential offered by partnerships
The fountain of innovation flows from exchange with others. Important foundations of this are networking and collaboration. That’s because value creation in and through networks is becoming increasingly important. Collaboration – and …
HOW TO SUCCEED WITH DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AS AN SME
First industry convention held by the Baden-Wuerttemberg Industry 4.0 Transfer Platform
The Baden-Wuerttemberg Industry 4.0 Transfer Platform (TPBW I4.0) was founded in collaboration with Steinbeis with the aim of supporting SMEs in Baden-Wuerttemberg with digitalization of their value chain processes. …
EMBARKING ON EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT INNOVATIONS AT SMEs
Specialists at bwcon help medium-sized enterprise with the "innovation learning journey"
Small and medium-sized enterprises are often confronted by seemingly insurmountable hurdles when they embark on or try to establish innovation processes, especially if their operations are already up and …
PREPARING FOR LEADERSHIP: FROM MONASTERY TO BECOMING A MINDFUL LEADER
Dr. Andreas Dürr, alumnus of Steinbeis University, discusses preparation for working in a leadership position
“You have to strike the right balance between ‘being there as a buddy’ and ‘banging a fist on the table sometimes’,” says Dr. Andreas Dürr, …
MORE THAN UTOPIAN: THE ZERO CARBON FOOTPRINT CITY
Steinbeis experts implement future-proof energy concept in Esslingen
In urban environments, climate protection and the transition to alternative energy sources require new energy supply concepts. But what role can urban authorities and specific districts play in tangible terms? This was …
LEADERSHIP IN A DIGITAL WORLD
Symposium debates ways to actively shape the future
Digital transformation and the changes it brings about are influencing companies all around the world, as well as other areas of life. Gearing business and society in general to future developments will …
DELIGHT AT SIBE AFTER SUCCESSFUL ACCREDITATION PROCESS
First Graduate School of Steinbeis University receives system accreditation
The School of International Business and Entrepreneurship (SIBE) officially gained system accreditation on May 15, 2019. SIBE is now the first management school under the roof of Steinbeis University to successfully …
STUNNING: PROMOTING CORPORATE RENOVATION IN EUROPE
Steinbeis 2i is working as a partner to the EU platform for energy-efficient renovation technology and business models
Buidling renovation is still running much too slowly in Europe to achieve the EU’s goals for 2050. It is therefore time to …
COOPERATION RATHER THAN CONFRONTATION
Steinbeis experts look into different ways to dovetail technological and social innovations
Innovations are thought up by people on behalf of people. Despite emphasis on technological progress, it is increasingly important to keep social factors in mind, especially in times …
A BUSINESS STARTUP TO “SINK YOUR TEETH INTO”
A Business Startup to “Sink Your Teeth Into” Steinbeis expert helps a startup on the road to becoming a consultancy for dental professionals
Many dentists dream of enjoying a wonderful retirement funded by the sale of their dental practice, but …
TO THE POINT
Steinbeis experts develop a process for selectively adding coatings using extremely fine powder particles
Mechanical engineering is currently shaped by two major trends: achieving productivity enhancements and improving the energy efficiency and ecological efficiency of products. For manufacturers, these trends …
SENET: GOOD FOR HEALTH
Steinbeis 2i GmbH coordinates an EU-funded project aimed at strengthening the collaboration between Europe and China in the field of health
The EU and China have been cultivating a collaboration in the fields of research and innovation for a number …
MAKING A SUCCESS OUT OF DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN WHOLESALING
Toolbox developed by the Ferdinand-Steinbeis-Institute prepares wholesalers for the future
Digital transformation – it’s like a modern mantra. But before using digital technology, a company has to put good thought into future possibilities to add value – or value creation …
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION WITHOUT “THE” IT
A review of the 2019 Steinbeis Engineering Day Steinbeis event showcases successful examples from restaurants and catering, the manual trades, wholesaling, and manufacturing
Digital transformation is often a bit of an obstacle for traditional companies. Making the transition often fails …
CALL FOR PROPOSALS: LEADERSHIP IN A DIGITAL WORLD
Steinbeis experts organize international symposium
Digital transformation is influencing the requirements of future management and the nature of work: Leadership will move away from just being about managing people and implementing processes, and be more about developing a vision of …
KEEPING TABS ON SAFETY IN THE OPERATING ROOM
Kick-off meeting of a DIN funding project on “More Safety in the OR” organized by a consortium managed by Steinbeis
The Steinbeis Transfer Institute of Medical Innovations and Management and the Steinbeis Transfer Institute of International Business and Risk Management …
HIGH DISTINCTION FOR CONTRIBUTIONS TO SCIENCE AND EDUCATION
Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Werner G. Faix has been accepted as a member of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts
The European Academy of Sciences and Arts welcomed 80 leading scientists as new members at an official ceremony at …
SUSTAINABILITY
SUSTAINABILITY, a term many immediately associate with environmental protection, renewable energy, and recycling. But sustainability is about much more: Sustainable ACTION means thinking about the FUTURE IMPACT of what we do – so sustainability is omnipresent, dovetailing ECONOMIC, ENVIRONMENTAL, and …
“WE HAVE NO CHOICE BUT TO ENCORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY WITHIN COMPANIES AS A KEY SUCCESS FACTOR”
An interview with Almut Kaupp, director of Steinbeis Consulting Center for International Marketing & Sustainability
Climate goals, scarce resources, but also the protection of human and labor rights are the responsibility of companies and workers alike. An ecosystem is only …
LESS IS MORE: CARBON EMISSIONS OF BUILDINGS ENERGY CONCEPTS DURING THEIR LIFE CYCLE
Steinbeis study showcases measures for achieving climate protection goals in housing construction
Climate protection is currently one of the most pressing issues facing politicians. Approximately 40% of carbon emissions in Germany are created by buildings. The Federal Government is striving …
A SUSTAINABLE SOLUTION TO POTHOLES
Potential solutions provided by a life cycle assessment of transportation infrastructure based on building information modeling
Transport infrastructure maintenance is an important task of local government: Roads not only have to be safe, they must also be economical to operate …
“FOR ME, RESEARCH IS ABOUT FINDING SOLUTIONS!”
An interview with Professor Dr.-Ing. Volker Jehle, director of the Steinbeis Transfer Center for Innovative Nonwoven Technology
According to one definition, nonwoven materials are a wide layer or single layer of bonded fibers. So far, so good. In an interview …
INVESTING WITH A CLEAR CONSCIENCE
Prof. Dr. Philipp Haberstock and Steffen Lohrer show that it is possible to acquire a company and create social returns
In October 2018, a special report issued by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) highlighted an urgent need to …
ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE THROUGH EFFECTIVE SUSTAINABILITY
BUERGOFOL, the manufacturer of packaging and industrial foil, is setting new standards in its sector of industry thanks to the support of Steinbeis experts
Defining sustainability in business is always subjective, but there is a general tenor that runs through …
THE IMPORTANCE OF VALUES AND SUSTAINABILITY
Steinbeis expert Wolfgang Natzke shows how sustainability and authenticity can take companies to the next level
The so-called fourth industrial revolution is radically changing many of the familiar things we associate with everyday life. A whole host of areas will …
THE ROLE PLAYED BY SMART CITIES AS INNOVATION HUBS FOR CITIES AND REGIONS
Steinbeis experts create innovation processes for EU projects
Cities and local communities play a central role in the transition to alternative energy sources and climate protection, but they are also key players in innovation, because they hold responsibility for planning …
FUTURE-PROOF AND EMISSION-FREE THANKS TO SOLAR ENERGY
Steinbeis experts turn their sights on the SolarAktivHausplus
To make a success of the transition to alternative energy and achieve climate protection goals it will be crucial for buildings to use efficient energy supplies, primarily generated through renewable sources. The …
SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Steinbeis experts develop corporate social responsibility concept
In business terms, the main benefit sustainability offers to a company is that it provides a long-term business model based on a viable commercial foundation. For some years now, as well as talking …
POOLING STRENGTHS AND BUILDING ON THEM!
In the latest “steinbeis swipe” article, Thomas R. Villinger calls for more urgency when it comes to research and technology
Throughout the land, there is increasing discomfort that Germany is falling behind in the fields of research and technology. The …
SUPPORTING THE ENERGY TRANSITION
Success stories from the energy industry
The transition to alternative energy presents a number of challenges, but making the transition will be necessary to halt progressive climate change. Not only will it entail switching to renewable energy for electricity supplies, …
BRINGING FAMILY AND A CAREER UNDER ONE ROOF
Master’s thesis by Louisa Madu of Steinbeis University points to the benefits of female empowerment
In a society that believes in equal opportunity, everyone should be open about the paths they would like to tread. Women should be in a …
NO MORE FLYING WITHOUT INSTRUMENTS: HOW FIRMS ENHANCE THE TRANSPARENCY OF NEW LENDERS AND RAISE REVENUES
An interview with Dieter Dorn and Christian Schulte, Steinbeis experts in corporate finance and investments
The business model is already in place – a model that has often worked for years. The brains are also on board. But somehow business …
The Fairest, Most Sustainable, and Sexiest of All? Wood-Material Lingerie from Coco Malou
Steinbeis coaches help Stuttgart business founder to set up her own company
Introducing a new lingerie label from Stuttgart: Coco Malou – women’s underwear with an interesting difference. Produced according to fair trade principles in Europe, this lingerie is made …
AN EXCELLENT NOTION OF EROSION
Steinbeis experts develop measurement-based process for grinding profiles using spark erosion
No matter how complex technical units, machines, or devices are, they always share the same core function: They convert physical processes into hands-on items that can be used. To …
MEET ME AT MEDIWA: SHAPING DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN THE WORLD OF MEDIA
A look back at the 2018 Network Event
Digital transformation is now affecting all areas of the working world as well as society, pushing change in all directions. It brings with itself numerous new tasks and roles. Reason enough for …