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October 18-19, 2017

Managing Breakthrough Innovations

11th Aachen Technology and Innovation Management Conference

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The Hosts

INC Invention CenterThe INC Invention Center located on the RWTH Aachen Campus is the place where visionaries and planners redefine your company. Whether agile hardware development, stress testing or startup screening, we prepare your company for the future. With specific training offers your employees will become Chief Technology Managers and obtain the necessary equipment in order to achieve the optimum solutions for the challenges they may face. Check your “Innovation Readiness Level” and configure your own program which will give your company the innovation spirit that it needs. As an INC partner you can have an impact on the major topics regarding the focus of our activities in R&D and consortial projects. Further information on our partner models can be found on www.invention-center.de

Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology IPTThe Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology IPT develops system solutions for the interconnec-ted adaptive production. Its clients come from all across the manufacturing industry – ranging from the automotive industry and its suppliers to aerospace and precision engineering and from the optical industry to life sciences and medical technology.www.ipt.fraunhofer.de

Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering WZLThe Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering WZL of the RWTH Aachen realizes research and consultancy projects. The aim which is to address production-related issues across the whole production engineering spectrum, has resulted in an extensive field of activities ranging from strategic innovation, production and quality management through to control, machine, manufacturing and measurement technology.www.wzl.rwth-aachen.de

TIME Research AreaTIME stands for Technology, Innovation, Marketing und Entrepreneurship. The common goal is to impart a valuable, evidence-based knowledge of questions relating to the conception, development, design, commercialization and continuous improvement of new products, services and business models within established and new companies to scientists, practitioners and students. Through the concentration of expertise and experience in the TIME Research Area, it offers a unique mix of know-ledge, global networking as well as practical application and transfer experience.www.time.rwth-aachen.de

KEX Knowledge Exchange AGThe KEX Knowledge Exchange AG is a professional information provider for technology- and market-related information. Smart knowledge management systems in conjunction with extensive links to exclusive information sources and a unique network of experts allow for a effective scanning, scouting and monitoring of technologies and markets. The company supports entrepreneurial decisions ran-ging from identifying competition-relevant technologies through observing markets, competitors and M&A candidates to identifying new business areas.www.kex-ag.com

WZLforum of the RWTH AachenLocated in Aachen’s world famous center for research in engineering sciences, the WZLforum brings together the latest developments of the Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering (WZL) and the Fraunhofer IPT. We help career starters with their entry into the profession and equip personnel from specialists to senior managers with the know-how to put these latest findings into practice.www.WZLforum.rwth-aachen.de


Greetings

A carefully thought-out Technology and Innovation Management (TIM) can no longer be regarded as a luxury, it needs to become an absolute necessity! The core task of TIM is to ensure that techno-logies (product, production and material technologies) required for innovations are available at the right time and at reasonable costs. Particularly in German manufacturing companies, successful Technology and Innovation Management has been equated with developing new technologies, introducing new products and pursuing a policy of continuous improvement. Nowadays, in addition to continuously improving the technology and product portfolio, it is becoming essential for companies to rethink the fundamental principals of their business activities: their own business model. Technological differentiation and opera-tional efficiency are no longer sufficient to guarantee success in the environment of international competition. Frequently, new business models are the basis for innovations and enable access to market success. The competence of recognizing techno-logical potentials at an early stage, deve-loping those pointedly and applying an appropriate business model will become the most important factor in determining business success or failure. Thus, a consistent technology and innovation strategy is required.

The motto of this year's 11th Aachen Technology and Innovation Management Conference is: “Managing Breakthrough Innovations”.

In numerous lectures you will learn how suitable processes, structures and methods can be designed to create an efficient Technology and Innovation Ma-nagement. Besides keynote speeches and examples from industrial practice, the emphasis will be on the exchange of ideas and opinions among participants.

You are cordially invited to exchangeviews and discuss your own experienceof Technology and Innovation Manage-ment during the conference with both our renowned speakers and otherparticipants.

We are looking forward to welcoming you to the 11th Aachen Technology and Innovation Management Conference in October.

Sincerely yours,

Univ. Prof. Dr.-Ing. Dipl.-Wirt. Ing. Günther SchuhProfessor and Managing Director, Fraunhofer IPT and WZL at the RWTH Aachen University

Managing Breakthrough Innovations

Univ. Prof. Dr.-Ing. Dipl.-Wirt. Ing. Günther Schuh


The Event

Conference ConceptThe aim of the conference is to facilitate the implementation of successful approaches in Technology and Innovation Management for participants within their own companies. The conference will focus on practice-oriented presentations held by renowned speakers from industry and science. Successful approaches on selected issues arising in modern Technology and Innovation Management will be introduced and concreted through case studies. Additionally, new impulses from applied research in Technology and Innovation Management will be presented. Besides advanced training and interdisciplinary knowledge exchange, the opportunity for networking is a key element in our conference setting.

Conference ProgramThe motto of this year's 11th Aachen Technology and Inno-vation Management Conference is “Managing Breakthrough Innovations”. The conference contains detailed presentations on successful innovation approaches from both the industrial practice and the research area. It ranges from identifying new ideas and technologies through their target-oriented deve-lopment and assessment to the implementation in successful products on the market. The number of participants is limited to ensure an efficient transfer of expertise in dialogs between participants and speakers. In addition to the presentations from industry and science, there will be numerous opportunities during breaks and the evening event to share experience and to extend the personal network.

Target Group for the ConferenceThe conference is addressed to specialists and executives of technology-oriented companies, particularly from the sectors Research and Development, Technology and Innovation Ma-nagement, New Business Development and Strategy, Produc-tion as well as the Technical Procurement and Management.

Common ExchangeDuring the breaks you will have the opportunity to network with both the other participants and speakers. Furthermore, you can discuss issues of your particular interest. Use the opportunity to get to know each other, to establish new contacts and to enter into dialogues with speakers or employees from one of our institutes.

At the end of the first day of the conference, you are cordially invited to take part in our evening event. The soiree offers an opportunity to continue discussions which started during the day and to finish the first day in a relaxed atmosphere.

Up-to-Date InformationUp-to-date information about the conference can be found on the internet at: www.tm-tagung.de


Our Speakers

Prof. Dr. Malte BrettelProfessor and Head of Group Innovation and Entrepreneurship, TIME Research Area, RWTH Aachen University

Jürgen HögenerManaging Director,Busch-Jaeger GmbH

Prof. Dr. Günther SchuhProfessor and Managing Director,Fraunhofer IPT / WZL, RWTH Aachen University

Dirk BartelsHead of Innovation & Quality,thyssenkrupp AG

Dr. Daniel Spielberg Head of Innovation Management,Fränkische Rohrwerke Gebr. KirchnerGmbH & Co. KG

Frank Salg Head of Technology Management and System Engineering,Vaillant GmbH

Benedikt BöhmAthlete and Managing Director of the brands Dynafit and Silvretta,Oberalp Group

Toni DrescherChief Engineer Technology Management, Fraunhofer IPT / CEO, KEX Knowledge Exchange AG /Director, INC Invention Center

Prof. Dr. Frank T. PillerProfessor and Head of Group Technology and Innovation Management, TIME Research Area, RWTH Aachen University

Dr. Martin Watzlawek Head of Corporate Strategic Development,Rehau AG & Co. KG

Markus WellensiekChief Engineer Technology Management,Fraunhofer IPT,CFO, KEX Knowledge Exchange AG

Dr. Ulrich HermannExecutive Board Heidelberg Services,Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG

Marco Tomsu Head of Business Development and Innovation,ZTE Service Deutschland GmbH

Peter GuseManaging Director,Robert Bosch Start-up GmbH


The Agenda

Day 1 | Wednesday October 18, 2017

09.30 Welcoming and Get-Together 10.00 Welcome Speech Toni Drescher, Fraunhofer IPT

10.15 Interactive Keynote: Managing Breakthrough Innovations n Established and New Success Factors of Managing Radical Innovations n Case Studies of Various Industries: Successes and Failures n Workshop: Exchange with Other Participants and Develop Your Learning Agenda for the Conference

Prof. Dr. Frank T. Piller, TIME Research Area at the RWTH Aachen University

12.00 Lunch

13.30 Managing Breakthrough Innovations - More than Winning the Lottery? n Organizational and Cultural Requirements for Courage and Enthusiasm n Effective Use of Active and Passive Knowledge Networks n Create Customer Value by Simplification

Markus Wellensiek, Fraunhofer IPT

14.15 The Digital Business Model's Change in a Conservative Environment n Established New Business Models with Certainty n Increase Customer Value through Subscription Models n Accelerate Processes through Collaboration

Dr. Ulrich Hermann, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG

15.00 Coffee Break

15.30 The Way from Technology Monitoring to Keen Customers n Integrate Customers into the Development Process and Application of Use Cases n Thinking in a System n Make Solutions Comprehensible and Integrate Customer Feedback

Frank Salg, Vaillant GmbH

16.15 Effectiveness and Efficiency: Development in Series Based on Standards versus Agile Innovation n Aimed Generation of Innovative Capability n Efficient Management of Innovation Process n Synthesis of Creativity and Processes

Dr. Daniel Spielberg, Fränkische Rohrwerke Gebr. Kirchner GmbH & Co. KG

19.00 Soiree and Opening of the INC Invention Center


Day 2 | Thursday October 19, 2017

08.30 Welcome Coffee

09.00 Lean Startup and Implications for Companies n How Can the Lean Startup Concept Enable Short Development Cycles and Rapid Market Entry? n What Are the Possibilities of Using this Concept in Different Environments, such as Established Companies?

Prof. Dr. Malte Brettel, TIME Research Area at the RWTH Aachen University

09.45 A Heimat for Radical Innovation at Bosch n Selecting and Further Developing of Radical Ideas n Learning from Others and Use of Synergies n Leaving Familiar Structures and Generating Space for New Business

Peter Guse, Bosch Start-up GmbH

10.30 Cultivating Innovation – Motivation as a Basis n Empowerment as Success Factor n Impulses and Generating Drive

Jürgen Högener, Busch-Jaeger GmbH

11.15 Innovation Culture – Cultural Differences between China and Germany n Spontaneity versus Planning n Unclenching Innovation Processes

Marco Tomsu, ZTE Service Deutschland GmbH

12.00 Lunch

13.30 More Speed – Less Risk n The Role of Speed in Minimizing Risk n The Influence of Planning, Patience and Flexibility on Large Projects

Benedikt Böhm, Oberalp Group

14.15 The Agile Company n Central Skills and Abilities of Agile Companies n Impact on Technology and Product Development

Prof. Dr. Günther Schuh, Fraunhofer IPT / WZL at the RWTH Aachen University

15.00 Coffee Break

15.30 Agile Management in R&D n Agile Methods Create Customer Focus and Speed n Usage of Self-Responsibilities Strengthen Teams

Dr. Martin Watzlawek, Rehau AG & Co. KG

16.15 How Ideas Become Innovations n Customer Orientation: The Product Lifecycle Management Process of thyssenkrupp n Foresight: Look Ahead into the Future n Innovation Garage: Agile Innovation Approaches at thyssenkrupp

Dirk Bartels, thyssenkrupp AG

17.00 End of Event


The core function of Technology and Innovation Management is to ensure the continuous improvement of the company´s own product portfolio, to implement new business models and to provide the technologies (product, production and material technologies) required for current and future products at the right time and at reasonable costs.

“Culture of Innovation as the Key Factor in Future Competitive Strength”Culture of InnovationOne of the main barriers of successful innovation activities is the lack of a clear, corporate innovation culture lived out on a daily basis. This factor is frequently under-estimated by decision makers. In many instances, the consequences are fatal: Even the most promising ideas cannot be launched successfully on the market when they come up against internal barriers such as the “not invented here syndrome”. Dismantling this form of resistance and developing an innovation-friendly corporate culture are among the most important management functions and are key factors for future competitive strength.

“New Business Models for Marketing Technological Innovation Successfully“Business Model Innovation Particularly in German companies, successful Innovation Management has previously been equated with the development, introduction and continuous improvement of new products. But alongside the continuous improvement of the product portfolio, there is a need to rethink the fundamental principles underlying the own business activity: the business model. In today’s environment of international competition it frequently does not suffice to simply increase operational efficiency nor to implement a purely technological differenti-ation.

“Open Innovation – Know How to Do It“Open InnovationIntegrating external parties, e.g. customers, in the innovation process is a valuable, yet frequently not suffici-ently well exploited source of information relating to requirements and solutions. Used correctly, Open Inno-vation can provide a considerable support for developing product, service and business model innovations resulting in a new form of customer involvement and customer loyalty.

The Priorities


“You don´t Miss the Train at the Platform, You Miss It when You Get up“Technology ForecastingThe ability to recognize technological opportunities and risks at an early stage guarantees a decisive com-petitive advantage. This involves defining the right search fields, identifying relevant technologies punctually and assessing their efficiency and potential correctly. A systematic technology forecasting process helps to control the flood of information and, thus, creating a solid basis for technology decisions.

“Compulsory Subject: Technology Strategy“Technology StrategyAnalyze your core technological competencies and formulate an explicit technology strategy. In doing this, you set priorities, make the right decisions and use your technological resources and abilities efficiently. Thus, you know what technologies you should develop at which time and for which purpose. At this, tech-nology platforms ensure that the technological basis of your company is manageable.

“Assessing Technology by Determining the Competency Fit“Technology AssessmentDecisions requiring a technology assessment occur in all phases of Technology Management. The use of suitable assessment methods can increase the quality of the decisions and, consequently, the probability that the initiated actions will be successful.

“The Technology Plan Operationalizes the Technology Strategy“Strategic Technology PlanningA rigorous, method-based technology-planning process enables you to remain in control of the increasing planning complexity of products as well as of product and manufacturing technologies. Using a technology roadmap derived from the technology strategy, the planning levels can be synchronized, technology fore-casting integrated and transparency of other planning options can be created.

“Increasing Speed via New Methods in Technology Development“Agile Technology DevelopmentEfficient requirement engineering and the generation of prototypes at an early stage in the process are essential in order to reduce uncertainty in the fuzzy front end phase. Rigid structures, long development times and insufficient customer involvement frequently result in unsatisfying development outcomes. That is why it is important to select suitable process structures which are capable of achieving an effective and efficient development process on the basis of the project characteristics. One option is to use incubators and/or accelerators for example or a separate eco-system applying the garage-approach in order to break established ways of thinking.


Industrial Collaborative Projects

Work GroupsWe work through specific issues relating to Technology and Innovation Management and examine them in-depth with interested companies in a diverse range of work groups. The work groups are an ideal platform for trustfully ex-changing ideas and views. You will benefit from the experiences and views of partners from companies working across a range of industrial sectors on issues that are of particular relevance to your company.

Practitioner Days and SeminarsOne-day courses and seminars are held regularly, focusing on selected issues from Technology and Innovation Management. Discover what methods and approaches will lead you to achieve your goals in application-oriented work-shops and presentations.

Consortium Benchmarking Studies We regularly organize consortium benchmarking studies on selected areas of Technology and Innovation Management. We identify success factors in Technology and Innovation Management in international, cross-sectoral studies focusing on the interests of our partners in the consortium. As a partner in the consortium, you have the opportunity to accompany us on visits to the five best companies, thereby gaining profound insights into their processes and me-thods. Participants in the studies have the chance to measure their own achievements with those of the best and to have their processes and methods benchmarked free of charge.

Individual Business ConsultancyPractice-oriented consultancy and advanced training in Technology and Innovation Management

We advise our customers in all issues relating to Technology and Innovation Management – from conceptualizing to configuring strategies, processes and methods of a customized Technology and Innovation Management.

Business Model Innovation n What emerging business models are suitable for your company?

Open Innovation n How can external parties be involved in the innovation process?

Lean Innovation n How can product diversity be controlled and development efficiency increased?

Technology Forecasting n Which are the relevant weak signals?

Technology Strategy n What is your company´s future-oriented technological focus?

Technology Assessment n What is the relevance for your company?

Technology Planning n What technologies are required when?

Technology Purchase and Development n How are technologies successfully purchased and developed now and in the future?

Contact

Paul ZellerFraunhofer [email protected]

Toni DrescherFraunhofer [email protected]


Organization

DateOctober 18-19, 2017

VenuePullman Aachen QuellenhofMonheimsallee 5252062 Aachen, Germany

Conference Fee1,200 ,-€800 ,- € (Special reduced price starting with the second enroll-ment per company)Conference documents, refreshments during breaks, lunch and evening event are included, but not accommodation or travel costs. Please do not pay the fee until you have received our invoice. In case of cancellation of your enrollment until one week prior to the event, 100,- € will be charged for administra-tive expenses. Otherwise the participation fee will be charged in full.

EnrollmentVia attached enrollment form or online until October 11, 2017. Preliminary reservations via phone are welcome. Should your written enrollment not have been received four weeks in ad-vance of the conference, we reserve the right to transfer your preliminary reservation to other interested parties. Enrollments will be processed in the order in which they are received.

Your ContactWZLforum of the RWTH Aachen UniversityMs. Sabrina Gellissen, M.A.Steinbachstraße 2552074 Aachen, GermanyPhone +49 241 8023-614Fax +49 241 8022-575E-Mail [email protected] www.WZLforum.rwth-aachen.de

AccommodationRooms can be reserved by contacting:

aachen tourist service e.v.Postfach 10 22 5152022 Aachen, Germany

Phone +49 241 18029-50Fax +49 241 18029-30E-Mail [email protected] www.aachen-tourist.de/hotels

Or directly from the event venue:

Pullman Aachen QuellenhofMonheimsallee 5252062 Aachen , GermanyPhone +49 241 9132-00 Fax +49 241 9132-100 E-Mail [email protected]

Deutsche Bahn Special – Congress TicketIn cooperation with the Deutsche Bahn we offer the opportunity to travel to and from the event in comfort, at an affordable price and in an en-vironmentally friendly train. Your long-distance journey to and from the conference will be powered entirely by green electricity.

Further information is available on our website: www.wzlforum.de/infoservice

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