cles in the manufacturing industry are becoming shorter, while

 As from 1 October 2011, Siemens’ Industry Sector is to be re-organised in order to help enhance the industr usadream.xyz ial productivity and energy efficiency of key industries on the continent. Russwurm explains more.

“As globalisation increases, our world is becoming more interconnected, not only from a technological perspective, but also in economical and logistical terms,” he states.

For companies operating on the Afric newshut.org    uring the product life cycle are becoming shorter

newspapersmagazine.com ncreasing the speed at which high quality products are manufactured,” Russwurm believes.

African industries are confronted with the same challenges as those in other regions around the world. Development cycles in the manufacturing industry are becoming shorter, while the complexity of products and associated volumes of data during the product life cycle are becoming shorter.

Added to this, energy is becoming a significant cost factor while resources are becoming scarcer. Moreover, the environmental requirements are becoming increasingly stringent. Customers expect comprehensive solutions from a single source and service activities are demanded over the entire lifecycle of the product.

“Because Siemens has a presence across 190 countries worldwide, we have the relevant expertise to address the challenges on the continent. We have a wealth of global knowledge and experience. In addition Siemens has the capacity to provide tailor-made products, solutions and services across key markets in Africa, such as the mining, water