Reduced product lifespan results in accelerated flow of materials and ultimately more waste.
Rapid technology cycles, frequently changing consumer preferences and increasing market …

Smart-connected technologies, such as the Internet of things and cloud computing, are
transforming how industries and enterprises do business by improving the lifecycle …

With the rapid development of digital technologies, complex products are becoming more
connected. Alongside, the usage of data in the product development process keeps on …

Lifecycle thinking is a concept that is used to express a holistic perspective on conventional
and extended products, such as Product-Service Systems and Cyber-Physical Systems …

Integration of sensors into various kinds of products and machines provides access to in-
depth usage information as basis for product optimization. Presently, this large potential for …

Fast-paced technology lifecycles continuously increase the uncertainty of decision-making
processes when it comes to acquisition of new technological innovations. This is especially …

With the development of information and communication technology, massive amounts of
data are generated during the entire lifecycle of mechanical products. However, their …

Featured Application The generic Product Lifecycle (gPLC) model supports stakeholders in
bridging the intrinsic perspective of Product Creation with the sustainability-oriented drive of …

Abstract Product-Service System (PSS) design methodologies have been extensively
researched during the past years. Various tools and methods have been established for the …

Zusammenfassung Smart Services sind ein Ansatz für die IT-gestützte Erbringung von
Dienstleistungen auf Basis vernetzter Produkte. Sie schaffen eine neue Grundlage für die …