Innovation

Innovation at SME 24 refers to the development and implementation of novel solutions, technologies, or business models to address industry challenges and create new opportunities. It involves a systematic approach to generating new ideas, experimenting with different approaches, and scaling successful initiatives.

Unlocking Growth Through Circular Economy Solutions

We translated sustainability drivers from the circular economy into innovative growth platforms, comprising nine substantiated business opportunities focused on plastics recycling and food waste valorization.

Pioneering Sustainability Initiatives Through Digital Technologies

We translated sustainability trends into seven new business initiatives across multiple value chains, leveraging digital technologies like Blockchain to assure track-and-traceability of plastics throughout the product lifecycle.

Rapid Development of a Game-Changing Consulting App

We collaborated in the development of a groundbreaking consulting App within just 18 days, leveraging AI, Big Data, and analytics to drive high-quality business decisions.

Enhancing Operational Efficiency with Digital Twins
We integrated digital twins for enhanced operational efficiency across production, maintenance, engineering, HR, and HSE functions for a global chemical company.
Enhancing Operational Efficiency with Digital Twins
We integrated digital twins for enhanced operational efficiency across production, maintenance, engineering, HR, and HSE functions for a global chemical company.
Maximizing ROI Through Strategic Program Management
We assessed global and regional trends in the energy storage sector to develop strategic plans that identified key growth opportunities. By managing a multi-million dollar program portfolio, we enabled the client to achieve significant growth
Maximizing ROI Through Strategic Program Management
We assessed global and regional trends in the energy storage sector to develop strategic plans that identified key growth opportunities. By managing a multi-million dollar program portfolio, we enabled the client to achieve significant growth
Driving Growth Across the Renewable Energy Value Chain
Driving Growth Across the Renewable Energy Value Chain We identified and delivered strategic growth opportunities across the renewable energy value chain, including Photovoltaic, Solar Thermal, Concentrated Solar Power, and Wind energy.
Driving Growth Across the Renewable Energy Value Chain
Driving Growth Across the Renewable Energy Value Chain We identified and delivered strategic growth opportunities across the renewable energy value chain, including Photovoltaic, Solar Thermal, Concentrated Solar Power, and Wind energy.
R&D Manager
The expert had an outstanding sense for business opportunities. He comes up with new and bright ideas, that he communicates proactively within the organization (and beyond with external partners from university and industry). Very open and communicative!
Operations Leader
The Expert was an empathic and authentic leader with a true passion for innovation. By now I saw his individual contributions to several projects and came to appreciate his focus on understanding customer needs and pain points, combined with his leadership in developing robust solutions to address them with speed and agility.
Vice President
The Experts were a master at managing complex projects and business assessments. They naturally drives projects forward, building on high personal energy level and great planning/organizing skills. They delivers on target and on time. They is also a very good out-of-the-box thinker, able to challenge status-quo and come up with innovative ideas and solutions to complex problems. They works very efficiently with internal and external resources alike and has managerial courage. It was a pleasure and honor to work with the SMEs.
Director
They are absolute delight to work with. They have a unique way of looking at each problem and finding out a holistic solution. They are extremely focused individual who knows how to involve the entire team and get the best out of the group. Their thorough industrial knowledge brings in a lot of conviction in his approach that gives confidence to the team and to the client.
Global Innovation Excellence Director
Solid business background, technology competence and remarkable creativity allow them to thrive in fuzzy environments, structure unstructured information and identify attractive and not obvious innovation opportunities. I had evidence of and appreciated their entrepreneurial flair as well as clear communication and persuasion skills. They are definitely an excellent business partner for innovation.
R&D Leader
I have worked together with the expert about a year in various projects and I liked the very good and open collaboration with him. I appreciate his very structured approach for handling new complex projects. The expert very quickly, but also carefully and very fast worked out the needs of the market and potential customers and translated this into the necessary actions for our organization to enter the new markets. He is very open minded and is definitely able to think out of the box.
Process Digitalization Lead
The expert was one of the best brain and person I have worked with. Not a single day goes by without learning with him. He is a wonderful person and a great leader who is superbly energetic, extremely global, colour blind, race blind and anything which is visible to him is innovation, disruptive transformation with sustainability and ethical growth plans. He actively fosters and supports diversity at the workplace.He is a professional who is best friend to everyone in the team and people look forward to next workday. The team becomes a better version of themselves without realizing.
Director Global Product Management
I've had the pleasure of working with Philipp. Philipp displayed the following strong abilities  (i) Deep knowledge of the market segment, (ii) A "can-do" attitude coupled with high energy & passion for the subject that helped him stay focused & upbeat despite the changing direction within the organization & (iii) Highly approachable with a willingness to share knowledge with a global team.
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Meet the SMEs

Group of International Senior Matter Experts.

We believe that a multitude of perspectives fuels innovation and drives superior solutions.

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Philipp
Risk Management | Innovation | Transformation
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Ranjana
Digital Transformation | AI Expert
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Viviana
ESG | Sustainability Expert
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Helena
Engineering Psychologist, Usability Expert
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Natalja
Architect
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Adina
Pharma Expert
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Sven
EHS | Process Safety Expert
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Simone
Innovation Expert
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Peter
Digital Twin Expert
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Andreas
EHS | Process Safety Expert
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Philip
Innovation Expert
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Stephan
IT | Business Transformation Expert
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Tobias
3DScanning & Visualization Expert
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Filip
Digital Twin Expert
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Mouzzam
Blockchain Expert
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Jürgen
Mining Expert
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Anindya Singh
Business Strategy | GTM
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Om Sharan Singh
User Experience Design
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SME24: A Catalyst for Sustainable Growth

At SME24, we believe that sustainable growth is not just about financial success but also about creating a positive impact on society. We are committed to delivering No-Nonsense solutions that are both innovative and responsible, ensuring that our industry expertise is applied ethically and equitably.

Our team of Senior Matter Experts is dedicated to finding solutions that promote diversity and inclusivity. We prioritize the security and integrity of our clients' data, handling it with the utmost confidentiality. By collaborating closely with industry peers and regulatory bodies, we continuously refine our practices to address emerging operational risks.

Through a balanced approach of innovation and sustainability, SME24 aims to lead the way in creating solutions that foster a transformation towards a more sustainable and equitable industrial landscape. Our unwavering commitment to ethical business practices is essential for building trust and delivering long-term value to our clients and the communities we serve.

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