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Mass customization is not only a trend in consumer markets but also become more relevant in business-to-business contexts. But how can manufacturers offer small quantities at attractive prices?

Key to success is the modularization of the most important components. This can mean realizing different basic functionalities with one standardized board. Utilization of cross-vendor standards can also help offering small quantities at attractive prices since single components can easily be replaced by compatible other ones.

““Circuit board”, “SMD component”, “wave soldering system” – Abdul is learning all these terms as well as their meaning today. The 20-year-old Syrian is attending “Apprentice for a day”. The event organized by the Junior Chamber International Germany (JCI) addresses people from twelve to 26 years old who have difficulties positioning themselves in the employment market and is part of the alliance “1000 Chances”.

At the A+A -Conference 2017 managing director Dr. Christoph Budelmann will hold a speech in the field of Industry 4.0 about “Sensor work clothes preventing harmful movement patterns in physically demanding occupations”. The A+A Conference is one of the leading events in Germany with respect to occupational safety. It focuses on personal safety matters and occupational health and safety. If you are interested in Dr. Budelmann’s speech, we look forward to welcoming you on Thursday, October 19th at 11:10 am (first floor, room 01). You would like to make an appointment with Dr.