DEUTSCHE BAHN
An example of Deutsche Bahn ’ s pilot programmes has seen the implementation of autonomous and semi-automatic vehicles in its logistics operations
Working within Deutsche Bahn ’ s procurement division for over 10 years , Kleinow has seen the company strenuously work to strengthen its partnerships with suppliers through the adoption of new , data-driven business models in order to become a leader within the transportation sector .
New technologies Utilising an ERP system to support its supply chain management operations , Deutsche Bahn has also begun to implement cloudbased services to not only simplify its procurement processes across its global base , but factors into its long-term ambitions to obtain industry-leading procurement .
“ When we moved to the cloud , we had a depression in our pricing systems ,” observes Kleinow . “ Nonetheless , we have become more flexible in deploying these systems , and not just in Germany . Since we are now on the cloud , we are more linear and are able to deploy our systems within different countries . The time to invent and implement systems within different countries is getting shorter and shorter .
“ We are continually trying to
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