As an introduction to the exchange, the board members Martin Dürrstein (CEO) and Christian Schorndorfer (CSO) gave District Administrator Allgaier a tour of the company's modern production facilities. The District Administrator was particularly impressed by the latest developments in digital imaging and the innovations that characterize the company's history. Customers include all dental experts - from small dental practices to clinics or universities with several hundred treatment units as well as dental laboratories. "Dürr Dental is an outstanding example of the innovative strength of SMEs in our region. The company combines tradition with state-of-the-art technology and shows how sustainable management and economic success can go hand in hand," emphasized Allgaier.
Future strategy: cooperation between business and administration
The District Administrator's visit underlines the close cooperation between public administration and the regional economy. The future strategy of the Ludwigsburg district, which is currently being developed by the district economic development department, is intended to address the current and future needs of the economy. In this context, questions regarding the further development of the Bietigheim-Bissingen location, the challenges of securing skilled workers and the prospects for industry in the Ludwigsburg district were discussed.
A central topic of the exchange was securing the next generation of skilled workers. Dürr Dental relies on targeted training and further education programs and cooperation with local schools and universities in order to recruit qualified employees for the future. In addition, the company has already received several awards as an exemplary employer for its wide range of services.
Focus on innovation, quality and sustainability
The company's success is the result of a focus on innovation and quality: Dürr Dental invests around eight percent of its turnover in the development of new products and solutions every year. Managing Director Martin Dürrstein emphasized: "The consistent digitalization of our products, including the use of artificial intelligence in the latest generation of software, illustrates Dürr Dental's high level of technological expertise and future orientation." The company also attaches great importance to sustainability and obtains 100 percent of its electricity from renewable sources.
Social commitment is just as important to the company: Dürr Dental has supported the Mercy Ships hospital ships for many years, which provide medical aid primarily in African countries, and has been a sponsor of the Bietigheim Steelers ice hockey team for years.
