Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, has officially launched its first Innovation Hub in Africa. The hub is located at Schneider Electric’s new state-of-the-art English-speaking head office in Midrand, Johannesburg.
Key Features:
– Interactive Environment: The Innovation Hub provides an interactive environment where visitors can explore Schneider Electric’s integrated solutions across key segments and businesses.
– Digital Solutions: The hub showcases the company’s digital solutions, including software portfolios, industrial automation solutions, building solutions, power and grid solutions, and secure power displays.
– Sustainability: The Innovation Hub is designed with sustainability in mind, featuring a 20% smaller footprint, 37% lower energy consumption, and 34% less water usage than the company’s previous premises.
Benefits:
– Collaboration: The Innovation Hub enables collaboration, innovation, and relevance to the African context, valuing local talent, fostering local partnerships, and driving local solutions.
– Customer Experience: The hub offers a tailored, engaging experience for every visitor, providing a guided, customised experience through various spaces.
– Innovation: The Innovation Hub showcases the company’s latest innovations and solutions, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and digitisation.
Global Strategy:
– Africa Focus: The launch of the Innovation Hub in Africa builds on Schneider Electric’s global strategy to bring its technology closer to its customers on the African continent.
– Leadership: The hub reinforces Schneider Electric’s leadership in sustainability, innovation, and digitisation, demonstrating its commitment to enabling all to maximise energy and resources while bridging progress and sustainability.
Conclusion
The launch of Schneider Electric’s first Innovation Hub in Africa marks a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing investment on the continent. The hub provides a platform for collaboration, innovation, and sustainability, showcasing Schneider Electric’s commitment to driving digital solutions and sustainability in Africa.
