Dr. Feliks Mackenthun

Is the digital twin the key technology for more resilience in logistics?   Although the use of digital twins in the field of logistics is still in its infancy, there are already pioneering projects that demonstrate the potential of this technology:   #supplychainnow #digitaltwin #resilience https://lnkd.in/ep9EYnGN

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New tools for eCommerce and Supply Chain Professionals! Worth voting, but even more worth trying out!

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Yesterday, Gipfel der Logistikweisen held in Freyburg, Saxony Anhalt, Germany where experts from the logistics and supply chain industry gathered to discuss the impact of economic and political challenges on the sector. The insightful debates centered around key topics such as societal value shifts, energy transition, war on talent, and digitalization. Our diverse group of experts brought forward perspectives that help to understand the development and future of the industry. Looking forward to the next meeting in fall this year where we will work on the growth forecast of the German logistics industry. Thanks to my amazing colleagues I have always been learning so much and got valuable inputs for further reflection. The expert group consists of Berit Börke Dieter Braun Ralf Busche Andreas Dr. Froschmayer Gerd Hailfinger Dr. Florian Heydenreich Gerritt Höppner-Tietz Christian Jacobi Wolfgang Lehmacher Antje Lochmann Markus Meissner Michael Müller Alexander Nehm Martina Niemann Torsten Rudolph, Dr. Thorsten Schmidt Marc Schmitt Arnold Schroven Stefan Schwinning Harry Seifert Lars Siebel Michael Sternbeck Steffen Wagner Michael Wegener Kerstin Wendt-Heinrich Patrick Wiedemann Peer Witten #logisticsindustry #supplychain #talent #transformation #sustainability

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„Doing the right thing even if no-one is looking“ - that is a good definition of #integrity. How to improve your skills to be able to do so is one of many questions to be answered for a good corporate culture. It was a pleasure to share my experience and thoughts about it with some distance in this podcast. Thanks #BCG and Dr. Katharina Hefter for the opportunity. Spotify Link to the podcast below in the comments. #compliance #corporateculture #leadership #crisismanagement

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Great to see DVZ spotlighting our BCG Decarbonization Index for Logistics Service Providers, highlighting the progress and challenges faced by the world’s top logistics companies on their journey to net zero. Check out their article below. #decarbonization #logistics #sustainability #BCG #netzero

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I recently discussed the current situation in #Abkhazia with #KevinSchulte, #NTV. You can listen to the insights I shared in the NTV Podcast “Wieder was gelernt”. The unrest was triggered by a possible investment agreement between #Russia and the pro-Russian de-facto state of Abkhazia that is part of #Georgia according to international law. The local opposition (Abkhazia is a relatively free country) feared a sell-out to Russia. However, the protests were in any way the result of any fundamental criticism of Russia. The region on the #BlackSea lives from Russian transfer payments and Russian tourists. And Russia secures the independence of Abkhazia from Georgia. In the podcast, I also highlight that the fears in Abkhazia are also related to the geopolitical changes in the South Caucasus. As Russia is gaining control over Georgia under the influence of oligarch Bidzina #Ivanishvili and the governing party #GeorgianDream, controlled by him, Abkhazians fear a rapprochement between Tbilisi and Moscow, which could undermine their sovereignty.

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Touch down in Düsseldorf. This year for the first time, I am invited as a speaker at the Handelsblatt CFO Summit. I am honored to represent HELROM and discuss my two passion topics: Sustainability 🌱 Innovation 🚀 Stay tuned for more updates. I will take you behind the scenes of this event. Who else is in Düsseldorf today? Reach out or comment to meet up. Many thanks to Handelsblatt for organizing this remarkable event. 🙏 #helrom #innovation #esg #ai #artificialintelligence #networking #digitalisation

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👀 I graduated 8 years ago and yesterday was my 5th anniversary at Deutsche Bahn. For many people, that's not a lot of time in the same company, but in terms of my career, it feels like a very long time. What do I think after 5 years in a large corporation? 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝘆 𝟯 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘀, 𝟮 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟭 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲. ➕ 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲. Train services are an important pillar for climate change. It is very fulfilling to work for this rather than for the profit of partners or investors you don't even know. ➕ 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. DB has thousands of different professions and this has also opened up a lot of opportunities for me. The job I do today has absolutely nothing to do with the one I started in five years ago. ➕ 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. Yes, there are other companies that make this possible, but we should appreciate the fact that DB offers such opportunities. What am I talking about? The fact that you have the feeling that you can adapt your work to your life and not the other way around. ➖ 𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿. Having the state as owner makes DB a game of politics. In Switzerland, CFF has 12 years of planning security, in Germany it is more like months. One year it is said that the resource in shortest supply are the employees, the next year it is money and employees are being cut. Such a U-turn does not leave the organization in its tracks. I don't think it's bad to have the state as the owner, but the prevailing short-sightedness of politics is. ➖ 𝗣𝘆𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗱. (Well I assume you have guessed this point.) DB is a large tanker with a huge pyramid as an organizational chart. Anyone who wants to move things or themselves forward inevitably needs the support of their manager. Without that, it's almost impossible. In addition, an organization like this has a hard time reacting to change and complexity. It is therefore not surprising that one reorganization chases the next. 🟰 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Probably not a relationship “till retirement do us part”, but a friendship that you learn to value and want more of. I am grateful for the opportunities that have been opened up to me and remain curious about what the future holds. What binds me most to the company are the people inside with their boundless passion for rail and sustainability. 🫵 🚂 Dear DB colleagues. Do you agree? Or what are your personal pros and cons?

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Evening of logistics experts from IWL AG and guests in #Ulm. I will take home three facts from the presentation of Prof. Dr. Yasmin Weiß (OHM Professional School / Technische Hochschule Nürnberg) on #ai. - 60-70 percent of the tasks currently performed by humans can be automated using AI and other technologies. - 83 million jobs will be lost by 2027 - 69 million new jobs will be created worldwide through AI by 2027. Incidentally, the figures come from McKinsey and the World Economic Forum. Many thanks for the excellent presentation of this complex topic, which is not just a matter for logistics. #ai #logistics #scm #jobs #automation #artificialintelligence

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Learning from the best… wie Partizipationsprozesse zum Erfolg werden…

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🌟 Last week I spent two amazing days at the "Generative AI Strategies" course from AI Transformation Institute. A BIG thank you to Dr. Philipp Schlenkhoff, LL.M. and Sven Schmeier. Your dedication and knowledge really opened my eyes. The workshops, where we could develop our own AI strategies directly, were particularly instructive. I've taken away so much and am ready to apply what I've learned. Thanks to all my fellow participants for the inspiring discussions! Looking forward to implementing these new insights into my work and exploring further opportunities in generative AI. This course has definitely been a game changer for me. #AI #GenerativeAI #Innovation

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Another milestone for Helrom and sustainable, punctual and reliable transport in Europe

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We are humbled to be recognized by Forbes as one of the “World’s Best Management Consulting Firms” for the third year running. Especially in times of global crisis and uncertainties, STAUFEN.’s global presence and focus on operational excellence make us a strong partner for quickly solving current problems and preparing companies for the challenges of the future. I'd like to express a big "Thank-you" to our customers and employees. #operationalexcellence #leanmanagement #ForbesAward #StaufenAG #ManagementConsulting

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Last week, I visited Berlin (famously « poor but sexy ») and had a series of insightful meetings with Christine Wenzel and Philipp Haas. We met Henrik Falk (CEO of BVG, Berlin public transport), Ute Bonde (Berlin's Deputy Mayor for Mobility), members of the Berlin Senate and German Parliament, as well as local mobility experts & leaders. During our visit, we also connected with the Berlin Ops Team led by Tim Toussaint to discuss our progress and future plans. Key notes: (1) Usage: Berlin is our second biggest TIER-Dott service (after Paris), servicing 11,000 e-scooters and e-bikes, and millions of rides annually. (2) City: together with relevant local and national stakeholders, we discussed ways to improve overall parking (for users and non-users) and what it means for Berlin future city infrastructure. There’s also ongoing collaboration with BVG to further integrate shared micromobility into the public transport ecosystem, aligning with our vision. More to come! (3) Operations: The local team continues to focus on delivering top-notch service and improving operational efficiency from our in-house Spandau operations center. We keep pushing to deliver the best service for Berlin! A big thank you to the team for the warm welcome and the valuable insights. #mobility #micromobility #berlin #innovation

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LTE at the Logistikforum Graz: Insights, Inspiration, and Networking at its Best! As a proud member of the Verein Netzwerk Logistik - VNL Österreich, with strong roots in Styria, we regularly participate in its events. These gatherings not only provide a lens into the logistics world but also inspire us to pick out the “cherries” that best fit our philosophy. Earlier this month, the Logistikforum Graz took place under the theme "Game Changer", featuring top-tier representatives from the logistics scene both on stage and in the audience. Heinrich Juritsch represented LTE Austria with compelling insights and showcased why it’s not magic but Logistics that drives our success. Networking also played a key role, connecting valued partners as Christian Steindl, Managing Director of Tailwind Intermodal and others. These events are invaluable not just for knowledge-sharing but also for gaining fresh perspectives beyond our daily operations. It’s clear: Differentiation, trust, and collaboration are the keys to success in logistics—and we’re ready to lead the way. # LTEgroup #Logistics #Networking #GameChanger #Innovation #SupplyChain #EndToEndSolutions #RailTransport

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A practical solution for boosting supply chain resilience! 🚀 Meet the Supply Chain Guardian – our analytical tool designed to simulate disruptions and derive effective mitigation strategies. 🌟 Kudos to the incredible team behind the Guardian: Claus Gwiggner, Maximilian Janetschek, Sivanja Sivanesan and Tilo Klüh, Thomas Bortenschlager! 🙌🏼 Learn more in the article. 👇🤓#SupplyChain #Resilience #prescriptiveAnalyics

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Tanja Kewes and Handelsblatt reporting today on our 2024 analysis of German DAX Supervisory Boards. The 14th edition of this study by Russell Reynolds Associates shows that while in its first year female representation was at 7% now 40% have been achieved. It goes without saying that an ideal board composition needs to take many other aspects into account, but all considered, DAX Supervisory Boards improved over the years - still leaving some potential to be unlocked.

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🌱 Empowering Growth at wega: The Mentor Role Explained Our latest article, written by Evelyne Daniel, delves into our role concept and the important role of the mentor in our network organisation.   Our mentor role goes beyond traditional mentoring. It's about creating a supportive ecosystem where every employee feels valued, guided and empowered to grow. Here's what makes our approach unique:   🤝Tailored relationships: Each mentor-mentee pairing is as unique as the individuals involved.   🚀Continuous development: Regular check-ins and a structured approach ensure continuous growth.   🌟Cultural ambassadorship: Mentors embody and promote wega's values throughout the organisation.   It's not just about guidance – it's a two-way street of learning and development. Our mentors gain as much from the experience as their mentees, creating growth throughout wega. We're committed to creating an environment where trust, flexibility, and meaningful connections thrive. At wega, we say: "In trust we thrive together."   Curious to learn more? Check out our full article! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ebxRUW_X   What do you think about this approach? How does your workplace support employee growth?   #FutureOfWork #EmployeeEmpowerment #wegaspirt #Mentorship #Growth

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