With society and technical developments rapidly evolving, changes in the way companies communicate and train staff are an important consideration in ensuring an effective transfer of knowledge. OpenSpace methods such as Loesche’s World Café and Barcamp provide new ways of communicating and collaborating with customers. By Dr Regina Krammer, Loesche GmbH, Germany
With rapidly-evolving technological development and buzzwords such as Industry 4.0 and digitalisation the order of the day, industries such as the cement industry invest considerable effort in developing new technologies and equipment to meet future challenges and requirements. However, technological development, increasing productivity and improved equipment reliability are only one side of the coin.