Nature as a Model: Architecture that appeals to all senses
A spectacular trade fair installation featured the public launch of a programmable lighting structure utilizing item profile technology. Innovation and creativity... Read more.
The role of Kanban in lean production
Why Kanban is crucial for lean production. We’re not exaggerating when we describe lean production as a resounding success story. Besides spreading across the... Read more.
Lean production and digitalisation – creating synergies
How can you combine the principles of lean production with digitalisation processes? As the digital transformation pushes forward, artificial intelligence (AI) is... Read more.
item has joined the Society for Labour Sciences
We are delighted to come on board and look forward to engaging in dynamic, interdisciplinary dialogue. item is now a member of Germany’s Society for Labour... Read more.
A mobile make-up station with style
An entrepreneur from Chemnitz has developed a mobile make-up station to make the day-to-day work of make-up artists easier. Whether they’re on a film set, catwalk...... Read more.
What do new business models look like in mechanical engineering?
One of the key challenges in digitalisation is developing new business models.... Read more.
Why Scrum is useful in mechanical engineering
Markets, industries and business models are changing fast. Why not use Scrum as a framework for complex mechanical engineering projects?... Read more.
The skills that are becoming more important as a result of digitalisation
Any technical revolution will make certain skills more important. Digitalisation is no exception to that rule, and yet there is usually a wide gap between good...... Read more.
