GCCs - Promoting Global Cooperation and Creativity

Author: Dr. Lucas-Philipp Schenk & Ravishankar Pingali

To keep up with the fast-paced business world, Wurth's 'One IT' initiative aims to foster innovation and future readiness for the Wurth Group through quick thinking, effective communication, and creative solutions.

Global Competence Centers - Our agents of change:

Global Competence Centers (GCCs) are opening doors to exciting possibilities. They bring together the best people, top-notch tech skills, and insights from various parts of the company. Their work leads to smart innovations by applying real-world business solutions and continuous testing, changing the way Wurth works and getting ready for what's ahead.

The GCCs build an environment where learning never stops and working together is key. They tap into a global pool of diverse talent, all sharing their tech know-how and creative ideas. This helps the Wurth Group come up with new solutions that make things better for customers and meet the ever-changing needs of the business.

A Vision for Excellence

We, Wurth IT India, continue our nine-year legacy of innovation and agility, delivering premium services quickly and responding to market needs. Wurth IT develops the Wurth Group's IT infrastructure to support its growth and efficiency.

Working with Global Capability Centers, Wurth IT India uses cutting-edge technologies like AI and RPA, along with reliable solutions like SAP, to improve our operations and performance across the Wurth Group.

GCCs for Emerging Technologies in Action:

The team spirit within our Global Capability Centers has been essential for key initiatives, such as improving Wurth USA’s online shopping platform and enhancing logistics for SE Autocom Sweden. Joint efforts have enabled Wurth IT to achieve an impressive 75% automation rate for four group companies (AWKG, Wurth Industries USA, Wurth Electronics eiSos, Wurth IT India) repetitive back-office tasks through PowerApps. This translates to faster processing times, reduced errors, and improved efficiency. Additionally, this approach has led to a substantial 150% increase in customer base for Wurth Croatia. This commitment to collaborative innovation is the driving force behind impactful technological advancements that serve the whole organization, delivering measurable benefits throughout the Wurth Group.

Our ‘One IT’ strategy continues to be a fundamental component of the Wurth Group’s expansion. It is an ethos that promotes cross-functional and cross-regional teamwork, leading the way in technology-driven progress. The GCCs’ dedication to creating an environment of rapid adaptability, continuous learning, and relentless innovation places the Wurth Group at the forefront of seizing future opportunities and challenges.