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Product and Technology Strategies

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and drive growth

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strategies for
profitable
products

At FEV Consulting, we specialize in crafting technology strategies that revolutionize the mobility and energy sectors. Our approach is rooted in unmatched industry insights and a profound grasp of future technologies. Combined with a deep understanding of market dynamics, customer preferences, and regulatory frameworks, we’re uniquely positioned to define strategies, that are not only innovative but also practical and implementable.

Our team, backed by the knowledge of more than >7,000 engineers, works closely with clients to assess their products, capabilities, market positioning as well as investment capabilities and partnership potentials, building solid business cases to ensure competitiveness, compliance, and profitability. With FEV Consulting, clients receive more than just visionary thinking; they get actionable strategies that lead to profitable product portfolios during periods of significant transformation.

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Crafting future-proof technology strategies

Product portfolio strategies

We define future technologies, products, and services in line with your vision, uncovering new opportunities and business models. Our approach integrates market insight and technological foresight, crafting portfolio strategies that ensure compliance, competitiveness, and resilience.

Modular platform strategies

We optimize your products and processes through modular solutions that reduce complexity and ensure economies of scale. Our systemic approaches and proven tools uncover the best performance-cost-investment trade-offs for competitive solutions.

(Pre-)Concept studies

By combining our unique methods and tools with engineering power, we are able to quickly develop innovative product concepts. We accelerate informed strategic decision-making, by providing rapid evaluation of technical product performance and commercial viability.

Feasibility studies

We conduct thorough technical and commercial feasibility studies, assessing product performance, cost, and investment. We explore implications across engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, sales, and aftersales to evaluate your product’s potential.

Cutting-edge viable products

At FEV Consulting we have a successful track record in defining future product and service portfolios for suppliers, OEMs and commercial end-users in the mobility and energy sectors. With our deep market, technology, and business expertise we are uniquely positioned to conceptualize innovative products and assess their technical and commercial viability.

FEV Consulting crafted a dedicated BEV platform concept for a global light commercial vehicle manufacturer. This pioneering platform for battery electric midsize and large vans realizes unmatched utility for a wide range of end-users at competitive costs. The tailored e-drive and battery system, combined with a forward-thinking vehicle architecture, set new benchmarks in performance, efficiency, and modularity.

FEV Consulting defined the electrification strategy and future product portfolio for a leading off-road powertrains producer. Based on our in-depth market analysis and technology insights, we crafted an innovative modular concept for electric powertrains. With extensive analysis of more than 300 suppliers and competitors, we delivered precise strategy recommendations to enhance product and service offerings and optimize make-or-buy decisions.

FEV Consulting crafted a groundbreaking fuel cell powered light commercial vehicle (LCV) concept for a hydrogen mobility start-up. Our services included defining key product attributes, vehicle technical specifications, build-up of digital mock-ups and a complete bill of materials (BoM). We built a robust business strategy estimating CAPEX and operational cost to map out not only a sustainable vehicle concept, but also a lucrative business.

FEV Consulting spearheaded the development of a comprehensive electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) air taxi service for a leading transport authority. Our achievements included defining air taxi service use-cases and route networks, identifying optimal infrastructure requirements, and evaluating over 80 eVTOL concepts. We recommended and negotiated with preferred eVOTL suppliers and estimated CAPEX and OPEX to build a robust business model.

FEV Consulting collaborated with a major truck OEM to define a strategic portfolio to achieve CO2 compliance in Europe. We analyzed the CO2 reduction potential and costs of key technologies in the areas of cabin, chassis, body and powertrain. Based on market scenarios and in-depth use-case analyses we crafted a modularity strategy and implementation roadmap resulting in a future-proof product portfolio.

FEV Consulting crafted a comprehensive V2I and V2X feasibility study and roadmap for a German city authority. This project involved a deep dive into the technological landscape, regulation, industry players, and identifying use-cases for city-wide implementation. Our strategic analysis covered over 60 potential use-cases, culminating in a focused implementation roadmap incl. technical concept, investment, and operating cost assessment.

FEV Consulting laid the groundwork for the development of a mobile H2 fueling station, offering a flexible solution to fuel cell vehicle customers. We analyzed more than 10 competitive solutions and navigated through all relevant standards and regulations to craft 15 station variants. After meticulous evaluation of feasibility, efficiency and cost, we crafted a successful business case and market entry strategy.

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Harness innovation
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Innovative
strategies for
profitable
products