Autor: Kai-Otto Landwehr

Mixed global economic signs hardly allow for reliable long-term forecasts. While the traditionally export-oriented production sector in Germany is benefitting from the economic recovery in the U.S., Asian demand has started to dwindle. At the same time the third industrial revolution offers new opportunities and challenges through the development of intelligent production systems and manufacturing processes. In order to obtain an advantageous position in a changing technological and economic environment, companies must preserve efficiency and innovation in production processes. The deployment of modern technology and machinery equipment is therefore crucial. Flexible financing solutions help industrial enterprises make investments and maintain flexibility and competitive advantage.

When investing into new technological equipment, decision-makers have to take into account a lot more than just the purchasing price. Forward-looking enterprises consider all the costs that are generated over the course of the life span of machines. Two factors play an increasingly important role in this context: Firstly, energy efficiency, as it can help reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO). Liquidity on the other hand is essential for a firm’s further growth and competitiveness. With the right financing methods, these two preconditions for budget-friendly investments can be ensured.