3D printer creating a white plastic gear
• 3D printing – this will significantly boost the decentralisation of finished goods production , not only changing today ’ s transport volume , but also allowing the horizontal integration of additional value chain activities , thereby extending a product portfolio .
• Advice for business … Accenture maintains the application of these technologies can offer those struggling to adjust to digital disruption access to a diverse range
of new business models capable of realising significant value-generation opportunities . Choosing the right mix from these seven business models , identified in Accenture ’ s report , is key to defining your strategic goals , and the following advice is offered :
• Digital sales – actively engage and leverage existing online freight platforms with differentiated service offerings to get access to new clients and spot markets . Use internal sales and customer
41