Written exam

In this course, students are provided with a broad overview on existing up-to-date theories (e.g. disruptive innovation), tools (e.g. data analytics, blockchain), methods (e.g. product management, agile project management) and technologies (e.g. 3D printing, robotics) in the context of digitization, digitalization and digital transformation along the entire value chain in industry. Focusing from strategy to implementation, the course is aimed to provide a diverse knowledge empowered by various practical examples, e.g. in case studies.
The aim of the course is to create an understanding for interdependencies, raise awareness and build up an understanding of the importance of digitalization motivating students to explore and further contribute to the digitalization process. For students attending other practical or theoretical courses addressing digitalization topics, this will be a fruitful and valuable complement and will enrich the students view on digitalization with practical examples from industry.
Concretely, the course will be addressing the three steps Innovation, Initiation, and Implementation. Means, in "Innovation" we will learn about the historic development and the driving forces of innovation, as well as the innovators dilemma. "Initiation" will address product and project management, both equally important to drive digitalization. In "Implementation" we will learn about the huge variety of tools and how they are embedded in industry. This ranges from software and technological advances, over additive manufacturing, operational networks, robotics, to how to ensure a green, safe, and responsible company.

The students are able to explain the content presented and to analyze and evaluate the suitability of digitization technologies in industry. They can assess the applicability of methods such as disruptive innovation and agile project management. They know how to classify and evaluate the practical challenges of digitization in industry.

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