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Hey folks – here's another care package full of summer reading and food for thought. Please enjoy in moderation; the next edition of FutuConnect will arrive in August!
For nearly 50 years it was commonly accepted that technological progress would solve any sustainability problems caused by our way of life. This, as we all know, was not the case.
In this article, Johanna Thompson argues that in order to start fixing the mess we’ve made, humankind will need to learn to let go of the “bigger is better” mindset. And contrary to what we’ve grown used to, the next “big” thing may actually have to be quite small.
The vehicle aftersales business is quite valuable for car manufacturers as it offers them much higher margins than new car sales – and even more importantly, it is a unique opportunity to build trust and nurture customer relationships.
But current trends within the automotive industry, may bring new changes to this dynamic. As Yannick Engel, Marc Böhret and Laura Araujo point out in this article, a holistic view of the aftersales process and its different is necessary in order to make the experience a positive one for everyone involved.
Indoor air conditioning is one of those things that you probably don't think about too often – until it abruptly stops working in the middle of a relentless summer heat wave. But as climate change accelerates and the cost of electricity keeps rising, energy-intensive systems like HVAC deserve a lot more attention than they've been getting so far.
Our team recently had the pleasure of teaming up with Fidelix, a company at the cutting edge of building automation, and helping them scale up their service business with a combination of machine learning, data engineering, and service design. Check out this case study to learn more!
Summertime is a prime opportunity for fresh starts and new beginnings. If you're in the market for a new job in the tech industry, make sure to check out this blog post by our recruiting professionals Anu Ansolahti and Katharina Schütte. It's packed with excellent pointers on how to help recruiters recognize your potential and land your next dream job!
The FutuStories blog series highlights the individuals who make up our company. The stories give our employees an opportunity to discuss their career journeys and experiences at Futurice and share what they’ve learned along the way.
This month, Design Lead Joana Bernardino from our Stuttgart office reflects on passing the torch to the next generation, team building, as well as future nostalgia. The series is part of our Welcome Home campaign – take a look here to learn more and read more FutuStories!