Construction Magazine May 2016 | Page 58

SCHINDLER MIDDLE-EAST
embraced the digital world and we now see technology as more than just tools or gadgets - we are really focused on embedding our processes to make us more efficient and more competitive .”
The company , Boue explains , is also in the process of refining some of its supply chain processes in order to operate more efficiently : “ We are also working on continuous improvement programs for our subcontractors in order to deliver the best quality for every single project .”
Always keen to keep abreast of future technologies , Schindler Middle East is engaged in a number of innovative , high-profile ventures . Most prominent of these is the Solar Impulse project which aims to develop long-range , solar powered aircraft ; 2015 saw

Number of employees

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the longest solar powered flight in history between Abu Dhabi and Hawaii . The company has also been instrumental in the development of a solar powered elevator , which will enable businesses to seamlessly reduce their carbon footprints .
Schindler Middle East has developed an already strong presence in a region that has experienced substantial growth , and it is set to continue on this trajectory . Having invested considerable time and resources in ensuring that the business is firmly in line with the demands of its customers , the company has been able to demonstrate to the world that it is home to some of the most talented and innovative engineers on the planet , and that its position is very much secured for years to come .
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