Product development of the future

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Systems Engineering & R&D Management

Fit for the products of the future - designing product development effectively

Constant change forces companies to adapt their business models to new circumstances more frequently. Speed and flexibility in product development and service models are required. Customers expect increasingly specific solutions for their use cases - and the expected range of product functions is also increasing. As a result, the complexity of products and services continues to rise rapidly.

Sustainable product development uses intelligent and future-oriented organisational and development models to systematically manage the drivers of change - or even to generate a competitive advantage from them.

Accelerate time to market

Structuring the product and the necessary processes towards intelligent variant and release management enables early market entry and a competitive edge.

Optimise the customer experience

Both customer requirements and normative and legal requirements have a massive impact on the scope for design. Innovations and changes are flexibly taken into account at the right time and made traceable.

Expand interoperability

Products no longer stand alone, but are integrated into a larger ecosystem. This means that networking and product integration are also becoming tasks of product development and require an even more systematic understanding of the environment.

Master system complexity

The increasing number of functions and new product capabilities creates new interfaces and dependencies in the product and in the organisation. They can be made manageable with the right approaches.

Utilise technologies

The use of AI and model-based development provides valuable tools for increasing the attractiveness and fields of application of products and making development processes more consistent and streamlined.

Sustainable development

Growing environmental awareness and stricter regulations are forcing the consistent sustainable design of products. The complete consideration and planning of products and services over their entire life cycle is becoming a central design principle.

  • Accelerate time to market

    Structuring the product and the necessary processes towards intelligent variant and release management enables early market entry and a competitive edge.

  • Optimise the customer experience

    Both customer requirements and normative and legal requirements have a massive impact on the scope for design. Innovations and changes are flexibly taken into account at the right time and made traceable.

  • Expand interoperability

    Products no longer stand alone, but are integrated into a larger ecosystem. This means that networking and product integration are also becoming tasks of product development and require an even more systematic understanding of the environment.

  • Master system complexity

    The increasing number of functions and new product capabilities creates new interfaces and dependencies in the product and in the organisation. They can be made manageable with the right approaches.

  • Utilise technologies

    The use of AI and model-based development provides valuable tools for increasing the attractiveness and fields of application of products and making development processes more consistent and streamlined.

  • Sustainable development

    Growing environmental awareness and stricter regulations are forcing the consistent sustainable design of products. The complete consideration and planning of products and services over their entire life cycle is becoming a central design principle.

We implement your R&D transformation effectively and sustainably

We consider your transformation holistically in all dimensions and provide you with end-to-end support from preparation and initiative management through to implementation and application. Our approach is modular and customised for you. Existing standards can be perfectly adapted to your company's DNA and your current starting point for application.

Operative Support

We take on operational tasks in your projects. By implementing important work packages with the help of established SE working methods, system decisions can be made more quickly, errors can be identified earlier and risks can be managed more effectively.

Professional Coaching

Our experts support your teams or individuals in the application of the new working methods and in specific tasks along the product development process. In doing so, we ensure that both the work results are generated and that gradual empowerment is achieved.

Piloting and Roll-out

The Systems Engineering Initiative is successful when the results are sustainably anchored in the organization and applied. In order to achieve acceptance and not overburden the organization, we pilot selected scopes such as process sections, methods or individual tools before the broad roll-out is carried out step by step.

E-Learning

UNITY offers a wide range of content for company-specific e-learning and adapts it flexibly to industries, companies and products.

E-Learning Systems Engineering
Systems Engineering Basic Training

Through practical theory and exercises, participants gain a basic understanding of the key principles, processes and methods of SE.

Systems Engineering Basic Training
Systems Engineering Awareness Session

Together, we work out the relevance and benefits of SE and create an awareness of the transformation required for the application of SE.

Systems Engineering Awareness Session
SE-ZERT Level B

Open SE training courses according to SE-ZERT® Level B. Hybrid format - split with on-site appointments and virtual modules including exam preparation.

SE-ZERT® Level B
Software Driven Development

Mapping the functions of complex products increasingly via software functionality and platforms enables you to have more flexible development processes and release-oriented, faster market entry and delivery times. The development of expertise also enables the realization of extended business models.

Software-Enabled Company
Process, Method & Tool kits

Processes, methods and tools adapted to your company are derived from the standards. They are integrated into your organization in such a way that they make optimum use of existing strengths and capabilities and fit in with your company's DNA and core competencies

Product Lifecycle Management

Interrelationships in the systems become more complex, knowledge is often not homogeneously and centrally documented or systemically mapped, changes become more difficult to evaluate. PLM approaches in systems engineering create a better overview of more complex interdependencies and provide consistent tools for your processes.

Product Lifecycle Management
Digital Twin

The digital twin is the virtual representation of the product - throughout its life cycle. The data is managed centrally and prepared in a targeted manner for the various phases of the life cycle and made available to users.

Digital Twin
Agile Systems Engineering

The use of agile approaches in systems engineering focuses the development processes on early customer value and improved responsiveness in the process. It creates a balance between flexibility and stability.

Agile Excellence
Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

MBSE helps you to control processes, results and communication efficiently and consistently in product development. Complex systems can be systematically planned, structured and managed.

Strategic Vision & Goals

What purpose does systems engineering serve for you and what capabilities will your company have in the future? Systems engineering initiatives are integrated into the company's strategic guidelines and equipped with measurable goals so that they can generate a targeted impact.

Assessment & Current State

Compact assessments provide a quick overview of which jumping-off point for the planning and implementation of systems engineering makes sense for your company and how the organization's existing strengths and capabilities can be integrated.

Business Cases

What is the business advantage for the company and when is it worth investing in systems engineering? Organizational initiatives and IT projects are an investment in a future that must be reflected in improved profitability of product creation.

Stage plan & Maturity level

Systems engineering initiatives are not ivory towers - project results must quickly become effective in product development. Through maturity stages in planning and implementation, we ensure that your organization learns and tests new processes and methods step by step and that the initiative itself can react more flexibly to user feedback.

SE-ZERT Level C

Open SE training courses according to SE-ZERT® Level C. Virtual training modules including intensive exam preparation.

SE-ZERT® Level C
  • Operative Support

    We take on operational tasks in your projects. By implementing important work packages with the help of established SE working methods, system decisions can be made more quickly, errors can be identified earlier and risks can be managed more effectively.

  • Professional Coaching

    Our experts support your teams or individuals in the application of the new working methods and in specific tasks along the product development process. In doing so, we ensure that both the work results are generated and that gradual empowerment is achieved.

  • Piloting and Roll-out

    The Systems Engineering Initiative is successful when the results are sustainably anchored in the organization and applied. In order to achieve acceptance and not overburden the organization, we pilot selected scopes such as process sections, methods or individual tools before the broad roll-out is carried out step by step.

  • E-Learning

    UNITY offers a wide range of content for company-specific e-learning and adapts it flexibly to industries, companies and products.

    E-Learning Systems Engineering
  • Systems Engineering Basic Training

    Through practical theory and exercises, participants gain a basic understanding of the key principles, processes and methods of SE.

    Systems Engineering Basic Training
  • Systems Engineering Awareness Session

    Together, we work out the relevance and benefits of SE and create an awareness of the transformation required for the application of SE.

    Systems Engineering Awareness Session
  • SE-ZERT Level B

    Open SE training courses according to SE-ZERT® Level B. Hybrid format - split with on-site appointments and virtual modules including exam preparation.

    SE-ZERT® Level B
  • Software Driven Development

    Mapping the functions of complex products increasingly via software functionality and platforms enables you to have more flexible development processes and release-oriented, faster market entry and delivery times. The development of expertise also enables the realization of extended business models.

    Software-Enabled Company
  • Process, Method & Tool kits

    Processes, methods and tools adapted to your company are derived from the standards. They are integrated into your organization in such a way that they make optimum use of existing strengths and capabilities and fit in with your company's DNA and core competencies

  • Product Lifecycle Management

    Interrelationships in the systems become more complex, knowledge is often not homogeneously and centrally documented or systemically mapped, changes become more difficult to evaluate. PLM approaches in systems engineering create a better overview of more complex interdependencies and provide consistent tools for your processes.

    Product Lifecycle Management
  • Digital Twin

    The digital twin is the virtual representation of the product - throughout its life cycle. The data is managed centrally and prepared in a targeted manner for the various phases of the life cycle and made available to users.

    Digital Twin
  • Agile Systems Engineering

    The use of agile approaches in systems engineering focuses the development processes on early customer value and improved responsiveness in the process. It creates a balance between flexibility and stability.

    Agile Excellence
  • Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

    MBSE helps you to control processes, results and communication efficiently and consistently in product development. Complex systems can be systematically planned, structured and managed.

  • Strategic Vision & Goals

    What purpose does systems engineering serve for you and what capabilities will your company have in the future? Systems engineering initiatives are integrated into the company's strategic guidelines and equipped with measurable goals so that they can generate a targeted impact.

  • Assessment & Current State

    Compact assessments provide a quick overview of which jumping-off point for the planning and implementation of systems engineering makes sense for your company and how the organization's existing strengths and capabilities can be integrated.

  • Business Cases

    What is the business advantage for the company and when is it worth investing in systems engineering? Organizational initiatives and IT projects are an investment in a future that must be reflected in improved profitability of product creation.

  • Stage plan & Maturity level

    Systems engineering initiatives are not ivory towers - project results must quickly become effective in product development. Through maturity stages in planning and implementation, we ensure that your organization learns and tests new processes and methods step by step and that the initiative itself can react more flexibly to user feedback.

  • SE-ZERT Level C

    Open SE training courses according to SE-ZERT® Level C. Virtual training modules including intensive exam preparation.

    SE-ZERT® Level C

Consulting Services for Systems Engineering

Holistic design and management of the transforma

Your challenges:

  • Lack of experience and availability of resources for end-to-end design and management of the transformation
  • Multiple interdependent initiatives

UNITY solution approach:

  • Consolidation and formation of initiatives in a holistic programme approach
  • Managing the transformation as a supporter, coach and leader from start to finish - in all programme phases
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ision and plan for the Transformation

Your challenges:

  • Noticeable deficits or inefficiencies in your product development
  • Lack of orientation in the face of many challenges and initiatives
  • Pending direction and investment decisions for working methods, qualification and tools

UNITY solution approach:

  • Develop a clear, quantitative and communicable strategy for your R&D
  • Identify the need for action to achieve your business goals in a future-proof manner
  • Orchestrate, communicate and agree upon a roadmap for a holistic transformation
  • Reliable business cases for each maturity level step on the roadmap

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State-of-the-art development: model-based, agile, traceable!

Your challenges:

  • High expenses and costs due to complex structures and established working methods
  • Inadequate or complicated handling of regulatory requirements

UNITY solution approach:

  • Development of end-to-end process chains and tool chains with current solutions from MBSE, AI, simulation, industrial metaverse to agile systems engineering
  • Integration of specifications from maturity standards (ASPICE), safety (ISO61509, 26262), cyber security (CRA), sustainability (CSR) into lean development processes
Sharing knowledge and scaling experience

Your challenges:

  • Unclear picture of Systems Engineering and its operational implementation
  • Lack of qualification in terms of breadth and depth of the team
  • Lack of guidance from experts in the practical introduction and operational support  

UNITY solution approach:

  • Develop an understanding of new working methods and decision-making processes in engineering - awareness sessions for users and decision-makers
  • Enable Systems Engineers in accordance with the demanding SE-ZERT© standard with Level B and C certification
  • Provide"real-life" support for development projects with role-specific training and coaching sessions

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Hands-on Projektarbeit!

Your challenges:

  • Extensive need for support in operational Systems Engineering applications
  • Desire for customized working methods rather than just textbook knowledge
  • Short and medium-term on-the-job qualifications for your own team

UNITY solution approach:

  • Depending on the maturity of the established structures, experienced Systems Engineers support as coaches or take over project responsibility
  • Provision of methodology sets and best practices as a guideline for designing the best solution for the project
  • Broad know-how for project setup, Systems Engineering, change and transformation, supplemented by technical know-how and implementation expertise within the UNITY Innovation Alliance

Project Stories in Digital R&D

  • Development of Future Scenarios
  • Process analysis for an integrated view of the DMU equipment process
  • Successful Technology Strategy Delivers Comfort in the Cabin Area
  • Graduated scheme to establish an integrated Systems Engineering approach
  • Uniformly defined product development process
  • Systems Engineering Quick Check
  • Systems Engineering Certification Training
  • Development of a sustainable solution for regulatory documentation
  • Innovative sewing and assistance system
  • Systems Engineering Training & Coaching
  • Systems Engineering Training Program
  • Efficiency Increase in Development Projects
  • Reduced project duration by restructuring the R&D Department
  • Products and the R&D organization positioned for the future
  • Systems Engineering Certification Training
  • Worldwide PDM System Replacement
  • External Project Management and Coaching for PLM Implementation
  • AI strategy harmonized across all departments

Enquire now: Your path to the product development of the future

R&D Readiness Check
R&D Management
1-2 Weeks

Together with you we identify the most important areas where action is needed in the short term and evaluate the first measures that can be

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Systems Engineering Awareness Session
Systems Engineering Training
1 day

Together, we establish the relevance and benefits of SE and create an awareness of the transformation required for the application of SE.

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Systems Engineering Qualification Program
Systems Engineering Training
Depending on project size

UNITY supports transformation processes in R&D with tailored qualification programs.

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E-Learning Systems Engineering
Systems Engineering Training
Depending on project size

UNITY offers a wide range of content for company-specific e-learning and adapts it flexibly to industries, companies and products.

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Systems Engineering Coaching
Systems Engineering Training
Depending on project size

Supervision of a product development project and support with operational and systems engineering tasks.

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Systems Engineering Advanced Training
Systems Engineering Training
Depending on project size

UNITY offers various topic-specific training courses that can be adapted to your company.

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Systems Engineering Basic Training
Systems Engineering Training
Depending on project size

Through practical theory and exercises, participants gain a basic understanding of the key principles, processes and methods of SE.

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SE-ZERT® Level C
Systems Engineering Training
2-3 months

Open SE training courses according to SE-ZERT® Level C. Virtual training modules including intensive exam preparation.

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SE-ZERT® Level B
Systems Engineering Training
Approx. 3 months

Open SE training courses according to SE-ZERT® Level B. Hybrid format - split with on-site appointments and virtual modules including exam

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Insights into Digital R&D

Your contacts for Systems Engineering

Dr.-Ing. Daniel Steffen

Partner, Head of R&D & Systems Engineering

Paderborn, Germany
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Moritz Pfeiffer

Managing Director UNITY Schweiz AG

Zurich, Switzerland
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Melanie Heinzler

Business Area Lead

Stuttgart, Germany
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Philipp Wibbing

Executive Board Member

Paderborn, Germany
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Michael Wolf

Partner, Business Area Lead

Hamburg, Germany
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