Industry 4.0 or Silicon Valley: why to decide?

In European, especially German industry culture the vertical Integration & specialization of org-units is maximized – a key success factor so far. Unfortunately this is “not helpful” in uncertain and fast-moving times like today. So we should consider to flank our current competency with horizontal integration skills which is a key skill of enterprises from silicon valley. The smart combination will rule the digital transformation. Awareness is first step!