DigitalizationProduction
October 4, 2026 · Alex M. Geisenhainer
Not everything called a digital twin actually is one. How models, shadows, and twins differ, when real-time capabilities are truly worthwhile, and why a phased roadmap based on available data prevents misdirected investments.
AutomationRobotics
August 29, 2026 · Alex. M. Geisenhainer
The shortage of skilled labor in warehousing and production is a demographic reality, not a cyclical downturn. Discover which automation technologies are proven and available today—from AMRs and goods-to-person systems to cobots in intralogistics—and how to realistically evaluate humanoid robots against a backdrop of multibillion-dollar hype versus pilot implementation.
StrategyDigitalization
June 17, 2026 · Alex. M. Geisenhainer
Switzerland has built its reputation on stability and precision. However, rising operating costs, fragmented transport networks, and complex disruptions pose critical challenges for even the most resilient enterprises—and execution speed determines leadership.
Interim ManagementLeadership
May 18, 2026 · Alex. M. Geisenhainer
Rapid market shifts, the sudden departure of key personnel, mounting transformation pressure – and the standard reaction: hiring freezes and a wait-and-see approach. Why this is precisely the most expensive option, and how interim expertise accelerates growth in turbulent times.
Freight ManagementCosts
April 17, 2026 · Alex. M. Geisenhainer
Soaring diesel prices, CO₂ levies, and driver shortages lead many companies to accept rising freight costs as inevitable. This is a dangerous misconception: the majority of this cost block can be actively managed if you know the right levers.
AutomationTechnology
March 10, 2026 · Alex. M. Geisenhainer
Labor shortages and zero-error tolerances are driving automation – yet those who purchase hardware first and adapt processes afterward fall into the "hardware-first" trap. Discover how to be among the 30% whose projects deliver the promised performance.