Topics: Economy, Finance

New Roland Berger study: After a slow decade, connected services are poised to take off – if remaining industry hurdles are overcome

4 September 2025 08:52

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7 out of 9 major adoption hurdles, especially technology challenges, for connected services have been largely overcome since 2015 Functioning business models and customer acceptance remain a key challenge: Over 50% see it as a serious obstacle Automakers have struggled to monetize connected cars with consumers, but fleets see clear value and will pay for tailored services. A sha

Roland Berger study: European market for vehicle leasing and subscription schemes set to grow to 94 billion euros by 2030

28 July 2025 09:05

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More than half of consumers are considering flexible vehicle ownership instead of outright vehicle purchase The total market is growing by eight percent per year (2023-2030), subscriptions by 25 percent, leasing by seven percent The market offers substantial opportunities but also brings challenges, especially around electric vehicle residual values
Munich, July 2025: The m

EV Charging Index 2025: China dominates with impressive e-mobility progress; Norway rises to second, with the USA third, while younger markets close the gap.

10 July 2025 09:04

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The share of electric cars in new vehicle sales rose from 20% to 25%, though some major markets saw little if any growth in this metric Public charging sufficiency stays consistent, but the ratio of (faster) DC charge points increased, supporting higher user satisfaction with the overall charging experience
Munich, July 2025:Amid a backdrop of political and macroeconomic unc

Aerospace industry: Signs of supply chain stabilization are evident, but investment support remains key to sustaining the ramp-up

4 July 2025 09:00

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Despite signs of stabilization, two out of three surveyed companies continue to experience supply chain disruptions Improving resilience is crucial as tariffs, trade wars and cyberattacks create new challenges Targeted financial support is key for half of suppliers to expand capacity
Munich, July 2025: After years of severe disruptions within the supply chain, the global aer

An economic revolution in space: The low Earth orbit economy could be worth over a trillion euros to the global economy by 2040

5 June 2025 08:46

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Roland Berger and LEOconomy present new study on the economic potential of the low Earth orbit economy The low Earth orbit economy will revolutionize traditional industries; market for microgravity use cases in the pharmaceutical industry estimated at 30 billion euros Europe can be a leading player in the low Earth orbit economy if it lays the necessary political, technological

Roland Berger study: AI is dramatically changing ways of working and job profiles in customer service

27 May 2025 08:38

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95% of executives surveyed already use AI in customer service processes; 83% expect developments to accelerate rapidly in the coming years Job profiles in customer service and call centers will change on a massive scale in Germany alone Asian companies have a growing lead; in Europe, regulatory constraints slow down progress
Munich, May 2025: Customer service is another of t

Roland Berger Defence Study: How Europe can Achieve Deterrence by 2030

19 May 2025 09:01

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Roland Berger publishes defence study and positions itself as a strategic partner to support Europe’s necessary defence transformation Coordinated, pan-European action among policymakers, defence companies, and non-defence industries is essential to meet new warfare paradigms and secure Europe’s resilience Europe could be ready to produce industrial output needed to reach the d

Roland Berger study: Many companies fail to adopt AI in their processes in spite of massive investments

14 May 2025 09:11

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Investments have increased sixfold since 2023, but only 27% of organizations have fully integrated Generative AI in their operations and workflows. Key challenges revolve around data quality and management, problems integrating AI in existing systems, and the talent scarcity The solution lies in a dual-pronged strategy: Adopting customized AI applications while systematically

Global Automotive Supplier Study: Average industry profit margin drops to just 4.7%

5 May 2025 09:00

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Chinese suppliers lead with 5.7%, while Europe (3.6%) and South Korea (3.4%) lag behind Stagnant volumes, the delayed transition to electric vehicles, and geopolitical uncertainties identified as key challenges Margins expected to remain lower; strategic business model adjustments necessary for continued success
Munich, May 2025: The global automotive supplier industry conti

Global consumer behavior 2025: Greater optimism leads to higher spending and continued growth for online and new platforms

10 April 2025 08:29

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Major regional differences: 85% of consumers in China are optimistic, while 52% in Germany feel pessimistic Customers value online channels for their price, convenience and product variety, while offline channels are better for advice and shopping experience Retailers and brands must optimize their online and offline offerings to stay competitive
Mun

Microsoft Intelligent Manufacturing Award 2025: Best Solutions for Operations Honored Together with Roland Berger

11 March 2025 10:00

It’s that time of year again: The winners of the Microsoft Intelligent Manufacturing Award (MIMA) for 2025 have been chosen and get presented on the website www.MIMAwinners2025.com. The coveted prize, which Microsoft Germany awards together with the strategy consultancy Roland Berger, honors innovative manufacturing companies. This year, for the sixth time, MIMA is honoring groundbreaking solution

Personnel announcement: PhD Julia Sosnizka appointed Global Head of Marketing & Communications at Roland Berger

4 March 2025 11:22

Experienced marketing and communications leader joins Global Management Team Extensive expertise in strategic brand management, digital strategy, and international corporate communications
Munich, March 2025 – Roland Berger strengthens its global marketing and communications strategy with the appointment of PhD Julia Sosnizka as Global Head of Marketing & Communications. Sosnizk

Roland Berger Automotive Outlook 2040: China's auto industry is on the rise, but Europe can succeed in turning things around

4 November 2024 10:49

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The automotive markets of China, North America, Europe and the Global South are drifting apart, calling for new approaches across the global auto industry Seventy percent of new cars sold globally will be battery electric vehicles by 2040; despite current challenges, Europe could exceed a 90 percent share sooner with the current legislature Chinese automakers will have captured

Roland Berger study: Only one in five companies rates its GenAI maturity as “advanced”

11 September 2024 08:56

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49% of companies still see their GenAI implementation as immature GenAI’s greatest potential is seen to lie in automation (93%) and in quality improvement (87%) in the “customer relations, sales & marketing” functions 55% of surveyed managers expect GenAI to have a strong impact on job profiles as soon as it filters down through all corporate functions
Munich, September

Roland Berger receives Science Based Targets initiative validation for net-zero emissions reduction target

29 July 2024 08:59

Munich, July 2024: Global management consultancy Roland Berger announces that the company’s net-zero emissions reduction target has been scientifically approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This validation underlines that Roland Berger’s climate targets are ambitious and in line with the United Nation’s Paris Climate Agreement to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius above

Growth in global electric vehicle sales slows as attention turns to charging infrastructure

11 July 2024 08:53

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The average share of electric cars in new registrations rose from 14% to 20%, but some major markets saw a decline in this metric Charging infrastructure growth is struggling to keep up in many countries, although 81% of consumers say EV charging has become easier in the past six months China continues to lead our EV Charging Index ranking. Many established e-mobility nations

Change in Roland Berger’s leadership team: Edeltraud Leibrock to be appointed to the Global Board of Managing Directors

19 June 2024 09:00

Edeltraud Leibrock is appointed as a member of the Global Board of Managing Directors responsible for Innovation, effective August 1, 2024 Hasmeet Kaur switches to the automotive industry and joins filter specialist Mann+Hummel
Munich, June 2024: Edeltraud Leibrock, Partner in Roland Berger’s Digital platform, will be appointed to the Global Board of Managing Directors. In

Change of course under Trump: Opportunities and risks for companies worldwide

23 May 2024 09:26

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Trump's trade policies could trigger a vicious cycle of protectionism and thwart international division of labor Extending the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) would keep the tax burden low but increase US debt by USD 3.4 trillion by 2035 Possible cutbacks to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) could affect incentives for electric vehicles and renewable energies
Munich, May 2024:

The energy and mobility transition: Sending demand for critical raw materials soaring

18 April 2024 08:36

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Demand for important minerals such as lithium, nickel and copper will be as much as 15 times higher in 2040 than in 2020 Uncertainties around electric vehicle sales growth, technology disruption and price risks as well as long project lead times make resource planning difficult Roland Berger study analyzes the commodity market and demand trends and outlines solutions to mitigat

Roland Berger Launches New Middle East Office in Abu Dhabi's Thriving Business Hub

28 March 2024 09:49

Abu Dhabi, March 2024: Global management consultancy Roland Berger, announced the inauguration of its new office in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone in its regional expansion and underscoring its commitment to the emirate. Situated in Abu Dhabi’s fast-growing Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) financial district, this strategic move brings Roland Berger’s regional office count to five, joini