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The research project “eStep Mittelstand - modular solutions for SME to strengthen the independent integration of ebusiness standards in complex supply chain processes” has developed solutions to build up the usage of ebusiness standards in business processes of SME. The methods and models enable SME to run successful ebusiness projects despite high complexity. The transformation to standardized, electronic business processes will be facilitated by the self assessment tool (SAT), the decision tree (EB) and the eStep Mittelstand Middleware (eMiMi). A DIN SPEC, developed together with the Deutschen Institut für Normung (DIN) e. V., provides a guideline to enlarge the functionalities of SAT and EB.

Machine manufacturers are challenged by the increasing diversity of versions and shorter product life cycles. Thus machines have to be developed and commissioned in a shorter period of time. Additionally the development process of many manufacturers is built up sequentially due to the interdependencies of the mechatronic disciplines. Insufficient coordination between the development divisions leads to time delay during the commissioning. Synergy effects arising from related previous projects can be enhanced by systematic reuse of mechatronic modules in terms of mechatronic standards. This saves time and increases the development quality.