Industry experts gathered in Berlin for a packed program of industry insights at the 18th annual European Manufacturing Strategies Summit
The 18th annual European Manufacturing Strategies ( EMS ) Summit took place from 7th to 9th November at the Maritim proArte Hotel in Berlin . The annual summit provided an international forum for manufacturing leaders to share and discuss strategies for the best way forward in this new world .
EMS is the only strategic manufacturing conference and networking event to reveal best practice and highlight the latest solutions in preparing for an upturn over the next 12 months . Manufacturers in the industry shared case studies and insights on how the world has irrevocably changed in the aftermath of recent and ongoing geopolitical events .
Boasting a packed three-day , threestreamed schedule of 51 engaging and informative sessions , attendees enjoyed a wealth of industry experience and expertise . The summit offered workable and relatable case studies from the past couple of years , presentations from active senior industry professionals and plenty of networking opportunities . Now a CPD-accredited event , attendees were able to expand their knowledge and gain a certificate of attendance that counts towards professional development .
The summit ’ s key themes explored maintaining an effective and functional workforce , highlighting the key parameters in switching to Net Zero , and transferring digital thread and technology capabilities .
There were several keynote presentations from notable heads of industry . Marc Winkelman , Global Director of Manufacturing Innovation Capability at Proctor & Gamble discussed the seven actions leadership needs to accelerate the operational excellence journey and deliver its results . Widely-regarded as an industry leader , Marc extrapolated the capabilities that have helped P & G experience a yearon-year program of cost-saving , inventory
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