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Thomas Krüger is a member of Boston Consulting Group’s Operations practice. He is an expert in manufacturing and digitization with a strong focus on Industry 4.0, and strong topical expertise in additive manufacturing.

In his work with clients, Thomas concentrates on digitization in operations, new production technology, 3D printing/additive manufacturing, industrial IoT, digital business opportunities in machinery, and shopfloor optimization.

He has also worked with companies in various industries on lean implementation and operations improvements, as well as reorganization and turnaround, cost optimization, and international strategy.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

EDUCATION

  • PhD, nuclear physics, Technische Universität Darmstadt
  • MSc, physics, Technische Universität Darmstad

Publications and Videos

3D Printing Helps Realize the Promise of Distributed Manufacturing | Rectangle

3D Printing Helps Realize the Promise of Distributed Manufacturing

Combining distributed and additive manufacturing mitigates supply chain risks by enabling fully digital interactions, better economics for producing small quantities, and flexible capacity.
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A State-of-the-Art Supply Chain for Spare Parts in Rail

By applying digital tools and promoting functional excellence, operators can reduce maintenance time, enhance train availability, and cut costs.
Demystifying the Maze of 3D Printing Technologies

Demystifying the Maze of 3D Printing Technologies

A comparison of technologies requires detailed assessments of costs as well as technical capabilities. Companies can’t get by with a one-size-fits-all approach.
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Additive Manufacturing Needs a Business Ecosystem

Companies may finally be able to achieve the long-awaited step change in the industry’s development—if they act collectively, rather than individually.
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Blockchain in the Factory of the Future

Manufacturing operations increasingly require data sharing and collaboration across complex networks of companies and machines. Is blockchain the solution to these challenges?
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Surviving Disruption in Additive Manufacturing

Mastering the interplay between materials and printing technologies will be critical to success in the industry’s increasingly competitive ecosystem.
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