Industrial Product-Service Systems (IPS2) Paradigm shift by mutually determined products and services

摘要

As Industrial Product-Service Systems (IPS2) are specified by integratedly considered product and service shares, they represent a new solution-oriented approach for delivering value in use to the customer during the whole life cycle of a product. The article to be launched describes the general approach of Industrial Product-Service Systems including motivation and definitions. The incorporated paradigm shift from leadership in technology to leadership in use enables innovative business models. It is shown how a flexible solution space arises from these business models. The broad overview of the scientific issues in Industrial Product-Service Systems is complemented by exemplary research results regarding the delivery phase, like modular organization and operational resource planning.