Transfer and cooperation: Research meets business and logistics
LogDynamics is much more than just theory. Since 2006, we have been making an important contribution to regional development as one of the central transfer hubs in the state of Bremen. Our goal is direct technology transfer in Bremen's logistics sector, so that new ideas reach where they are needed: in companies.
In projects such as the Mittelstand-Digital Center Bremen-Oldenburg or our SmartPort activities, we demonstrate how digitalization is changing the port industry and logistics chains. We systematically identify transfer potential and test new processes in order to build a stable bridge between the laboratory and practical application.
Our principles for research transfer in logistics
The success of our research collaborations with industry is based on clear values:
Communicate
Research findings should be disseminated throughout society, politics, and business, and challenges from society, politics, and business should be translated into research questions.
Mediate
Research findings should be made available to industry and society.
Advise
Research findings should be made available for use in decision-making processes and used to develop new research topics.
Apply
Potential from research is to be developed jointly with partners.
Founding
Research findings should be used to generate new ideas as entrepreneurs.
Exploit
Research results should be protected by patents.
Projects for small and medium-sized enterprises: Digitalization and innovation
Cooperation between research, business, and logistics is our focus. Together with the Mittelstand-Digital Zentrum Bremen-Oldenburg, we develop offerings that specifically support SMEs in the region. We help introduce new digital methods and securely anchor innovations in operations.
Current research projects and collaborations
In the transfer projects, LogDynamics partners work together with a variety of stakeholders from science, industry, and society. The projects are usually financed by third-party funds and are intended to provide impetus for effective and sustainable change in the respective subject area.
Bremen-Oldenburg Digital Center for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
Innovation community “Smartport Transfer – Coopetition in the ports of Bremen as an innovation booster on the way to becoming a smart port” (SPorT)
Spin-offs and patents: Research becomes business
When excellent research is turned into marketable products, the transfer is perfect. LogDynamics is a springboard for research and development in the economy. Through targeted support, we transform scientific findings into patents and successful start-ups. This strengthens Germany as a logistics location and creates future-proof jobs in the region.
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