Current trends in factory planning/Aktuelle Trends in der Fabrikplanung – Einordnung und Prognose auf Basis einer Industrie-Studie

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Authors: Julian Hartwich-Fischer, Christian Eckart, Matthäus Birkle, Fabian Bermpohl, Anja Munzke
DOI: 10.37544/1436-4980-2026-03-103
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Abstract

Factory planning is currently experiencing a major shift, marked by increasing uncertainty. In this context, four trend topics are widely discussed yet lack a clear industrial baseline: systematic risk management, a continuously updated factory planning basis, targeted adoption of new technologies in indirect processes, and management of uncertainties at the product-factory interface. To address this gap, an industrial study was conducted, combining a structured literature review with a self-administered questionnaire. Additionally, further research needs are outlined.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Flexible and Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems Scheduling and Optimization Algorithms Product Development and Customization

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Journal / source
wt Werkstattstechnik online
Publisher
VDI Media GmbH
Volume
116
Issue
03
Pages
199–211
Publication date
1 January 2026