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The rise of digitisation means companies must adapt to new ways of managing money.   Yet even in an increasingly digital landscape, cash remains essential, ensuring resilience, inclusion, and continuity of commerce.   With over 165 years of global expertise, Brink’s Inc is bridging the gap between traditional and digital commerce, delivering secure, adaptable solutions no matter how customers choose to pay.   The Acumen team met with some of the team at Brink’s Inc to explore how the company is investing in technology and forging strategic partnerships to help businesses navigate the evolving future of commerce with confidence.   Special thanks to the Brink’s Inc team: President & Chief Executive Officer Mark Eubanks, Executive Vice President & Chief Experience Officer Laurent B., Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer Elizabeth Galloway, Executive Vice President & President of Europe Michaël Gabay.   Thank you to the Acumen team: Director Joe Boyson, Producers William P., Tomasz Faryś & Max Critchlow, Writer Katy Allan.

Across every culture and country, commerce has been the heartbeat of civilisation.   Since 1859, Brink’s Inc has evolved from a single wagon in Chicago into a global leader in secure logistics, pioneering the way cash and valuables move safely across the world.   We recently had the privilege of going behind the scenes with the team at Brink’s Inc, who shared powerful insights into how the company is shaping the future of financial transactions, ensuring the global economy keeps moving safely, efficiently and securely with their digital retail solutions.   Thank you to the Brink’s Inc and Acumen teams for the collaboration. President & Chief Executive Officer Mark Eubanks, Executive Vice President & Chief Experience Officer Laurent Borne, Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer Elizabeth Galloway, Executive Vice President & President of Europe Michaël Gabay.   Directed by Joe Boyson, Produced by William P., Tomasz Faryś & Max Critchlow, Written by Katy Allan.   Stay tuned for Day 2…

Metal is the backbone of modern industry, but working with it requires more than just strength. It calls for precision, power and the right tools. Since 1895, C. & E. Fein GmbH has played a defining role in the evolution of metalworking, having developed the world’s first hand-held electric power tool. The family-owned business positions itself as a leader in the industry through their long-standing commitment to engineering excellence, craftsmanship and service. Recently, our team at Acumen had the opportunity to visit the people behind the tools, to discuss how C. & E. Fein GmbH is continuing to push boundaries, revisit its roots in metal, and forge new paths for the future of fabrication. Thank you to the Acumen and C. & E. Fein GmbH teams for the insightful collaboration. Special thanks to CIO Sebastian Schnaitmann and CEO Dr. Christoph Weiss. Produced by Frank Meier and Paul K., Written by Gernot Lewerenz.

As the world races towards net zero, the demand for integrated, future-ready energy solutions has never been greater. Faber Solartechnik GmbH, Germany’s first all-in-one EPC provider, aims to lead this charge by combining construction expertise, grid technology and digital innovation to deliver solar projects with speed and agility. With in-house production and close collaboration across the energy ecosystem, Faber Solartechnik GmbH is setting new benchmarks for the sector. The Acumen team recently met with some of the innovative minds behind this transformation, to explore how Faber Solartechnik GmbH is leveraging AI to optimise performance and shape the future of solar. With thanks to the Acumen and Faber Solartechnik GmbH teams. Founder & CEO Waldemar Faber, Project Development Jonas Kothy, Managing Director Faber E-Tech Angelo Lella. Produced by Bjarne Kandut and Paul K., Written by Gernot Lewerenz.

Managing wealth in the modern world means grappling with far more than just financial returns.   From shifting markets to cross-border complexities, the landscape is anything but straightforward, and trusted guidance has never been more essential for individuals and families of significant means.   Cerity Partners offers holistic wealth management services all under one roof, bringing together insight from specialists across investments and financial planning disciplines.   The Acumen team recently had the opportunity to meet with some of the leaders behind Cerity Partners, who shared how the company is striving to shape a new kind of global professional services firm for wealth management: one built on transparency, trust, and tailored expertise.   Thank you to the Acumen and Cerity Partners teams. Special thanks to CEO Kurt Miscinski, Partner & Head of Partner Development Claire O'Keefe, Partner & Board Member Kate Gerber Kennedy, JD, CPA, CFP (tm).   Directed by Eva Kandri, Produced by Hans Coessens and Max Critchlow.

Creative expression is more than just a pastime - it sharpens concentration, reduces stress and brings balance to everyday life. Müller aims to inspire this appreciation for creativity, with health, wellbeing and sustainability being at the core of its principles. From ergonomic writing tools to eco-conscious production, the company blends tradition with innovation to support creativity in its most meaningful form. The Acumen team recently sat down with some of Müller’s thought leaders to learn more about their mission: to make creativity more accessible, the writing experience more personal, and sustainability more tangible - one pen, brush and notebook at a time. Thank you to Müller Holding GmbH & Co. KG for the collaboration. Managing Director Staedtler Michael Görsch, Head of Purchasing, Toys & Stationery Müller Sascha Z., Founder MBRC Sven Jacobi. Produced by Sascha Dass & Paul K., Written by Gernot Lewerenz.

Have you ever wondered what goes into making a car? Beyond sleek designs and powerful engines lies a hidden world of cutting-edge technology, complex engineering, and constant innovation. A2MAC1 - Decode the future stands at the heart of this transformation. As a global leader in automotive benchmarking, the company is committed to helping manufacturers tackle challenges by transforming data into actionable intelligence. Recently, the Acumen team had the privilege of connecting with some of the innovative minds behind A2MAC1, who shared how the company’s digital platform is optimising design, accelerating progress, and helping decode the future of mobility. Thank you to the Acumen and A2MAC1 teams for the collaboration. Special thanks to CEO Patrick Katenkamp, CPTO Arno Zinke, Co-Founder, Sancev Christophe de Charentenay. Directed by Joe Boyson, Produced by William P., Written by Katy Allan.

As digital transformation accelerates, the pressure to innovate sustainably is growing across sectors such as healthcare, industry, and finance. Axians Germany works to support these industries with their innovative ICT solutions - all while balancing ecological responsibility with economic efficiency. We had the opportunity to sit down with some of the industry experts at Axians Germany, to discuss how the company is not just optimising IT infrastructure, but reshaping it to be energy-efficient, future-ready and climate-conscious. With thanks to the Axians Germany and Acumen teams for the collaboration. Special thanks to Managing Director Henry Frey, CEO VINCI Energies DACH & CEE ICT Burim Mirakaj, Manager Business Area IT Olaf Niemeitz. Produced by Sascha Dass and Paul K., Written by Gernot Lewerenz.

Technical components can change the world – often behind the scenes, yet with tangible impact. From engineering and medical technology to aerospace, these small innovations drive major transformations. By applying its deep-rooted PLM expertise, XPLM Solution GmbH stands at the forefront of this change, empowering its clients to manage complex data with ease and streamline product development. In Dresden, Germany, the Acumen team sat down with some of experts at XPLM Solution GmbH to explore how the company is leveraging AI, IoT and cloud integration to streamline operations and help clients stay agile in a rapidly evolving market. With thanks to the XPLM Solution GmbH and Acumen teams. CEO Michael Pieper, VP Product Bernd Zimmermann, VP Sales & Business Development Kerstin Schulze. Produced by Paul K. & Written by Gernot Lewerenz.

Clinical trials are at the centre of healthcare innovation and offer a highly regulated, measured approach that prioritises patient safety. We are entering a new era, where the use of advanced technologies, real-world data, and patient-centric approaches offer the potential to transform traditional clinical research paradigms. Fortrea, a leading global contract research organisation (CRO) with over 30 years of experience, delivers agile, customer-focused solutions that improve trial productivity while tackling long-standing industry challenges.   Recently, the Acumen team travelled to North Carolina, US, to meet with some of the thought leaders behind Fortrea, who discussed how the company is driving innovation in clinical trials and paving the way for the next generation of cures with its customers. A big thank you to the team at Fortrea for the collaboration. Chairman & CEO Tom Pike, Chief Medical Officer & President, Clinical Pharmacology Oren Cohen, MD, Chief Scientific Officer & President, Consulting Services John Doyle, Dr.P.H., Chief of Staff & Head of Strategy Georgina Strickland. Directed by Joe Boyson, Produced by Nicoleta Romanescu & Dawn Francis Hall, Written by Katy Allan. #Fortrea #Clinicalresearch #Clinicaltrials