Advanced Technology

The automotive world is experiencing unprecedented change. By 2040 the industry will be polarized, automated, connected and electrified – or PACE, for short.

Automotive 2040: AI is the next logical lever for automotive players to create competitive advantage – especially those with access to the necessary capital, talent and data.

Automotive 2040: The software-defined vehicle (SDV) approach represents a paradigm shift in the auto industry. How will consumers benefit – and how should automakers prepare?

As the automotive industry transitions toward software-defined vehicles (SDVs), software has moved from a supporting role to the core of innovation. However, while vehicle software complexity grows, most of it remains custom-built in-house, resulting in soaring costs.

The market for the GPUs used for GenAI could surpass USD 3 trillion by 2040. We examine the industry's predicted growth trajectory – and the challenges ahead.

In this episode, Julia Duwe and Pieter Niehues debate the transformative role Generative Artificial Intelligence is going to play in operations throughout the next 2-3 year.

How steel players can harness AI to maximize outputs, improve efficiencies and increase competitiveness.

The potential benefits, leading use cases and how to successfully implement AI solutions.

How industry leaders leverage AI to boost next generation manufacturing & operations.

This report explores how businesses can adopt a people-centric approach to AI-based technologies to maximize benefits and minimize risks. The change management framework covers a five-steps approach. By following this approach, organizations can ensure successful AI implementation and reap the benefits of AI-based technologies while minimizing negative impacts on employees and the organization as a whole.

As the AI transformation gathers momentum, banking business models depend on unlocking potential across the value chain.

Hopes are high for generative AI. It is expected to do nothing less than resolve the productivity crisis in advanced economies. A new study by Roland Berger shows that these hopes are well founded. If properly applied, language models like ChatGPT can open up completely new possibilities for increasing productivity – such as by taking over routine back-office tasks or helping people with complex parts of their job as a digital co-worker.

Software-defined vehicles offer numerous advantages, but increased spending is impacting automaker R&D budgets. Roland Berger analyzes the sector’s key trends

Generative AI (Gen-AI) is set to transform all industries, and that is not a superlative statement. Many may have predicted the Metaverse or Web 3.0 to lead the digital transformation, but it will be Gen-AI, simply because the use cases are more obvious, and impactful.

Explore investing in Digital Assets & Web3 technologies. Discover a comprehensive framework to navigate security, governance, and compliance in the Web3 space.

The original vision of autonomous, highly flexible and self-organising factories is still a long way off. So to find out where "Industry 4.0" really stands today, Roland Berger dug deeper, traced what has happened (and what hasn't), examined the use cases that the automotive industry has focused on, how far they have progressed, where there are differences between OEMs, OESs and different regions, and explored how these use cases are developed and implemented in practice.

Find out which impact software and new technologies have on the automotive OEMs and which challenges and opportunities the industry is currently facing.

Since January 2020, prices across all major commodity classes have risen significantly, posing a serious challenge to commodity processing firms. Aluminum prices, for instance, had almost doubled by early 2022. It’s a similar story for other industrial metals as well as for energy, chemicals, agricultural products and ocean shipping rates.

Discover how trucking companies in the Middle East can leverage digitalization and data-driven strategies to stay competitive and drive performance

Roland Berger and Viva Technology have initiated a comprehensive study to investigate the primary Tech M&A drivers and uncover patterns in integration practices. Leveraging insights from global executives representing both corporate giants and agile scale-ups who have played significant roles in major M&A operations in recent years, this study aims to synthesize key findings.

Learn more about how software platforms are disrupting the automotive industry, especially Tier 1 suppliers, and how this affects the automotive value chain.

The automotive industry still has problems with software integration. To overcome them, OEMs must transform their organization.

The car of the future is an electrified, semi-autonomous computer on wheels – turning an entire industry upside down.

Investing in climate action and monetizing sustainability are two sides of the same coin. Firms can boost profitability by offering green products at a premium.

Automotive 2040: Although recent market developments have called into question current BEV adoption forecasts, the overall direction of change cannot now be reversed

How technology and AI can drive sustainability goals and waste reduction in the food and fashion value chains.

What can event organizers learn from the many innovations on show at Paris this summer?

Companies must act now to transform manufacturing for a more sustainable era. Roland Berger can help industrial firms develop the cleanfield factories of the future.

In this podcast episode, our experts discuss how circularity in plastics can be a game-changer for sustainability.

In this captivating podcast, Wolfgang Bernhart and Tim Hotz analyze the intricate web of Europe’s lithium-ion battery value chain.

Clean hydrogen is vital for meeting Paris Climate Agreement goals, especially in sectors like heavy industry and long-distance transportation where electrification isn't feasible. It helps reduce carbon emissions significantly.

Roland Berger and Lazard explore the future of the industry, and opportunities for stakeholders

The benefits of circular economy management and its potential to impact sustainable business practices across industries, promoting environmental consciousness and a more eco-friendly future.

Exploring the global dynamics shaping decarbonized transportation.

Hydrogen is crucial for clean energy, but meeting the projected 2040 demand of 240 megatons annually requires a huge electrolyser capacity, far beyond current levels. The 2030s are key for the industry's growth, as highlighted in the study.

Navigating the myriad options in greentech can be challenging, but Roland Berger can help companies identify new opportunities in this complexity.

Roland Berger is introducing a new series, "Hydrogen: Powering the Future of Mobility in the Middle East,” to explain the role of H2 in decarbonizing the mobility sector.

This new report synthesizes off-highway industry views on decarbonization from across the globe and identifies specific types of machinery and regions on which to focus sustainability efforts. Reducing emissions in the off-highway sector won’t be easy, but targeting these areas could yield the most impactful results.

Second use and recycling: A step-by-step assessment of the lithium-ion battery value chain.

The industry shrank by a quarter in the 2008/2009 crisis. This time the decline will likely be similar. Companies urgently need to invest.

As digitalization has been a major buzz word in port industries, there needs to be a digital transformation in infrastructure, vessel turnaround and cargo handling.

Lithium-ion batteries are key to electric vehicle production. However, supply chain disruptions force OEMs and other players to reorganize their supply structures.

Automotive 2040: Autonomous driving still faces multiple challenges and adoption is taking longer than expected. The journey ahead will likely uphill.

With healthcare systems under pressure everywhere, AI could be a game-changer, improving the quality of care and delivering economic benefits across the sector.

Humanoid robots on the rise. Poised to conquer the world? Or limited to a secondary role?

Roland Berger's latest study identifies the strategic priorities of MedTech executives, profitability improvement potentials along value-chain and new key technologies.

Super Apps offer users a more convenient way to manage their life by using only a single app in a more affordable and transparent way. Key success factors for Super Apps include the ability to provide a wallet or payment offer, leverage the existing user base, and deliver a desirable portfolio of use cases. Players who can deliver on these key factors when launching their Super Apps will generate higher revenue, better customer relationship management and increased brand recognition.

The electric vehicle and EV charging market enjoyed a surge in late 2022 despite continued high energy prices.

How airports are adopting advanced technologies, like AI, to mitigate disruptions and enhance the passenger experience.

Manufacturer innovations are boosting eSIM adoption in mobile and IoT devices, impacting telecom operators. Discover future developments.

An in-depth survey of consumer attitudes in Mexico highlights key trends shaping market developments in the years ahead.

Gene therapies (GTx) are a significant breakthrough in the pharmaceutical industry, with the potential to treat genetic disorders by modifying defective genetic material. Luxturna has already restored sight in some patients, highlighting the therapies’ effectiveness. However, these treatments come at a high cost, up to USD 3.5 million per dose for Hemgenix, a hemophilia B infusion.

Learn more about the near-term adoption of ADAS, the future market predictions, and how COVID has impacted this transformative and fast-growing technology.

MedTech saw profit dip in 2022-23; European firms hit by supply chain disruptions, rising costs, and inflation. To recover, prioritize operational excellence, embrace ESG for long-term viability.

Robot-assisted surgery (RAS) is revolutionizing the operating room, and more and more surgeons are regularly using semi-automated systems to perform high-precision procedures. RAS accounts for less than 1% of the 300 million surgeries performed worldwide each year, and Roland Berger's new RAS study predicts that industry revenue will triple by 2030.

The Advanced Air Mobility sector is preparing for commercial operations – so what can future passengers expect? Our new study takes a detailed look at unit economics and ticket prices.

The Roland Berger Trend Compendium 2050 covers six megatrends shaping the world between now and 2050.

Discover the evolving landscape of Quantum Technologies. From theory to practice, explore market trends and future prospects.

Discover why Saudi Arabia is poised to become the leading data center hub in the Middle East. Learn about KSA's strategic investments, cutting-edge infrastructure, and visionary initiatives driving its dominance. Unlock the potential of Saudi Arabia's data center market and understand how KSA is transforming into a crucial player in the digital economy.

The agri-inputs market is evolving, driven by demand for sustainable solutions. Spanish providers must diversify portfolios and markets while focusing on scalable biological products.

Explore the transformative power of Generative AI in business. Uncover how AI, like ChatGPT and Google Gemini, is reshaping industries, automating tasks, and creating new opportunities for innovation. Learn how leaders can navigate this revolution, balancing risks with the potential for unprecedented competitive advantage. Dive into the future of AI with us and redefine your business strategy.

Uncover why human labor's significance in manufacturing wages persists and China's role as a top destination for EMS providers over three decades.

Global warming, rising inflation, and limited resources are straining the global food supply. Here’s how automation and robotics can turn the tide in the farming industry, according to new Roland Berger research.

Tokenization to reshape asset funding, trading & management, impacting all sectors. Market value may surpass $10tn by 2030. This article discusses basics, uses & business considerations.

Hyperloop is an environmentally clean mode of high-speed transportation. So why is it still struggling to make headway – and how can we give it new momentum?

Implications of the crypto economy for the electric system