Geopolitical uncertainty and supply disruption put procurement judgement to the test. Our new whitepaper examines what shapes sourcing choices and proposes changes for CPOs.
Global car output is back at 86m units, but since 2019 China gained 9m and Europe lost 4m. Our Outlook 2027 shows what follows, with three scenarios to 2030.
Europe’s defence ramp-up will be decided by industrial execution: how quickly manufacturers can scale production, strengthen the supply base and decide at the pace of demand.
Building a robust data foundation that starts taking hidden costs into account enables cities to tap into new potential for sustainable mobility planning.
The logic of ‘homes passed’ first, monetisation later is faltering. Fibre-optic companies must reassess their operational and legal options to secure a future in the market.
Net Working Capital rose 7% across DACH manufacturing between 2019 and 2024, driven by inventory. See where manufacturing companies can release cash and boost liquidity.
The timber industry in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland is facing a convergence of multiple crises. Companies must adapt to ensure long-term competitiveness.
The newest H&Z Flash survey shows, that cost pressure is rising, EBITDA visibility is limited, and many industrial companies remain only partially prepared.
