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Take a deep dive into the research of KLU! Hear it directly from the experts in the fields of logistics, supply chain management and leadership. Discover how good management is working, how a sustainable future might look like, how algorithm and AI will change our future – and much more.

The logo of Refill & Reuse Trade Fair over the photo of a supermarket.

Making reusables the standard: A comment on the International Reusable Packaging Fair in Paris

The movement for reusable packaging systems is gaining momentum. This week, the sixth edition of the international reusable packaging fair hosted by…

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Behind every Passionately Curious Woman...is a need for Inclusive Innovation and Science

In today's scientific landscape, promoting Women in STEM is crucial for progress. More and more female scientists and engineers are becoming key…

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A bird-perspective group photo of attendants of the EurOMA Sustainable Operations and Supply Chains Forum in Hamburg.

EurOMA Sustainable Operations and Supply Chains Forum

I am pleased to share my experience from the recent EurOMA Sustainable Operations and Supply Chains Forum, which took place at Kühne Logistics…

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How do startups create value with 3D printing?

3D printing (also known as additive manufacturing) is a quickly maturing technology that offers the potential to revolutionize part designs,…

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Why I am more worried about the Future of the Adidas Brand than the Future of German Soccer

The DFB is currently being harshly criticized because of their decision to replace adidas by Nike as the sponsor of the German national football team.…

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Decoding the Digital Shift: A New Perspective on Market Share and Profitability

In a world dominated by the digital revolution, where companies strive to scale at breakneck speeds, I challenge the age-old belief that 'bigger is…

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Back to the Present

You have probably heard of forecasting before. Put simply, it's about predicting the future. But have you heard of "nowcasting"? The adoption of…

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KLU Experts' Predictions for 2024

Embark on a journey into the future of logistics and leadership with KLU experts! Our professors unveil their forecast for 2024, predicting trends,…

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AI as a Leader? A Conversation We Need to Have!

Are you still working yourself—or are you letting artificial intelligence (AI) do the work for you? Perhaps you’re perfectly fine leaving certain…

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