09.27.21
In recognition of its adoption and deployment of Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technologies, Flex announced, following a rigorous application process, its factory site in Althofen, Austria has been admitted into the World Economic Forum's Global Lighthouse Network (GLN).
The GLN's focus is to accelerate inclusive technology adoption in manufacturing by build-ing a cross-industry network that includes some of the most advanced factories and con-nected value chains worldwide.
The Flex site in Althofen demonstrated how it has deployed I4.0 technologies to improve operational efficiency and agility. By meeting higher regulatory and quality standards, Flex has attracted higher-margin and longer lifecycle medical business, increasing reve-nue by 50% within the same physical footprint.
The Flex Althofen site used I4.0 technology to develop a more substantial competitive and differentiated advantage, creating unique solutions and value for Flex customers.
"The Flex site in Althofen is an exemplary case of our commitment to leveraging the con-vergence of innovation and sustainability for good," said Francois Barbier, president glob-al operations and components, Flex. "Joining this network of like-minded organizations will pave the way for positive change in the world of manufacturing. We look forward to sharing our experience with advanced technologies such as automation and digitization to create a better, and more efficient place for employees and to build products that improve the world."
"The Flex factory site in Althofen, Austria demonstrates how a manufacturing company and its workforce can leverage actionable innovation and purpose-driven sustainability to lead change," said Francisco Betti, head of Shaping the Advanced Manufacturing and Pro-duction Platform, World Economic Forum. "Via its advanced manufacturing capabilities enabled by I4.0, Flex facilities around the world are providing greater efficiency, quality and sustainability for customers."
The GLN's focus is to accelerate inclusive technology adoption in manufacturing by build-ing a cross-industry network that includes some of the most advanced factories and con-nected value chains worldwide.
The Flex site in Althofen demonstrated how it has deployed I4.0 technologies to improve operational efficiency and agility. By meeting higher regulatory and quality standards, Flex has attracted higher-margin and longer lifecycle medical business, increasing reve-nue by 50% within the same physical footprint.
The Flex Althofen site used I4.0 technology to develop a more substantial competitive and differentiated advantage, creating unique solutions and value for Flex customers.
"The Flex site in Althofen is an exemplary case of our commitment to leveraging the con-vergence of innovation and sustainability for good," said Francois Barbier, president glob-al operations and components, Flex. "Joining this network of like-minded organizations will pave the way for positive change in the world of manufacturing. We look forward to sharing our experience with advanced technologies such as automation and digitization to create a better, and more efficient place for employees and to build products that improve the world."
"The Flex factory site in Althofen, Austria demonstrates how a manufacturing company and its workforce can leverage actionable innovation and purpose-driven sustainability to lead change," said Francisco Betti, head of Shaping the Advanced Manufacturing and Pro-duction Platform, World Economic Forum. "Via its advanced manufacturing capabilities enabled by I4.0, Flex facilities around the world are providing greater efficiency, quality and sustainability for customers."