16.06.2020, 15:47
World Economic Forum 2020 Technology Pioneer
ProGlove has been named a Technology Pioneer in The World Economic Forum’s annual listing of 100 future headline-making companies that are addressing global issues with cutting-edge technology.
The Chicago and Munich based innovator of data capture solutions was recognised for the potential impact of its ergonomic, wearable technology to impact supply chains globally.
Technology Pioneers are shaping the future by advancing technologies such as AI, IoT, robotics, blockchain, biotechnology and more. The diversity of these companies extends to their leadership as well, as over a quarter of 2020 Tech Pioneers are female led. The firms also come from regions all around the world, extending their community far beyond Silicon Valley.
This year’s cohort selection marks the 20th anniversary of the Tech Pioneers community. Throughout its 20-year run, many Technology Pioneers have continuously contributed to advancement in their industries while some have even gone on to become household names. Past recipients include Airbnb, Google, Kickstarter, Mozilla, Palantir Technologies, Spotify, TransferWise, Twitter and Wikimedia.
As a maker of hardware for data capture and software for analytics, it was obvious for ProGlove to add new proximity sensing capabilities to its solution set in the wake of COVID-19. The ProGlove Connect app for Android pairs with the MARK wearable barcode scanners to bring proximity reminders right to the hands of workers. The app is already in use on ProGlove’s own production line and is offered at no cost to existing ProGlove customers equipped with Android devices in their operations.
Following the company’s selection as a Technology Pioneer, CEO, Andreas Koenig, will be invited to participate at World Economic Forum activities, events and discussions throughout the year. ProGlove will also contribute to Forum initiatives over the next two years, working with policymakers and private sector leaders to help define the global agenda on key issues.
Susan Nesbitt, Head of the Global Innovators Community at The World Economic Forum, says: “We’re excited to welcome ProGlove to our 20th cohort of Technology Pioneers.
“ProGlove and its fellow pioneers are developing cutting edge technologies all over the world. Beyond their innovations, these firms are contributing greatly to improving the state of the world.”
ProGlove CEO, Koenig, added: “It’s great to be recognised as a pioneer by the World Economic Forum.
“It is a confirmation not just of our technology vision but our commitment to human-centered design and the digital connection between people and processes.
“We look forward to contributing to the Forum dialogues on the challenges both local and global as the Fourth Industrial Revolution – and unanticipated disruptions like COVID-19.”
For additional information on The World Economic 2020 Technology Pioneers, visit https://wef.ch/techpioneers20.
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