marantec group – Mastering the transformation together

“Therefore, we need to network,” Hochmüller and her co-CEO Andreas Schiemann declare, outlining their approach. “Our future lies in collaborating with other companies, organizations, and individuals.” Based on this conviction, the company has set itself no less a goal than transforming into an “Open Champion.” This includes, for example, leveraging existing innovations for its own use, rather than reinventing them. It also means strengthening its own production facilities by manufacturing components that are also of interest to other companies and industries. Furthermore, Marantec aims to learn from others and simultaneously empower them, so that together they can offer customers greater value. And: “We want to offer our technical solutions and ideas to others,” Hochmüller emphasizes. The group has even developed a symbol and a methodology for this transformation: the buzzword is “Open Champion.” “In many areas, this represents a radical departure from established structures and hierarchies,” the CEO explains. This also applies to corporate management. “Everyone is important and, at the same time, a part of the whole,” she asserts. To ensure everyone at Marantec can do their job well, the company provides the right equipment, processes, and coordination. This also involves a willingness to constantly question current practices, to determine if they are still effective, or if alternative solutions exist. "This brings us to the fundamental commitment to change and self-directed action," says Hochmüller. When all these elements mesh together, the company becomes much faster, more agile, and more innovative. It also enables it to tackle large and comprehensive tasks such as implementing a circular economy. "This is one of our most important goals," the managing director announces, "but achieving it also requires strong and willing partners."