Workforce and transformation management
Peter Weber, Plant Manager at the Munich site, says: “The people at the factory played an essential role in making this transformation a success. With their high level of expertise, enthusiasm and tremendous dedication, our employees have shown that world-class industrial production is possible even under the toughest conditions.
“We have rethought the entire value stream from supplier to finished customer vehicle. We have looked at every single process in detail and made optimisations.
“We are thereby safeguarding the future viability of the plant.”
The company updated existing technologies alongside the new installations, which could ensure compatibility between legacy systems and new automation equipment. BMW focused on implementing artificial intelligence assisted systems throughout the facility.
Quality control systems
In the paint shop, BMW implemented digital and AI-assisted systems that control central quality processes.
An AI-assisted camera system supports quality control before an underground transport system moves parts from the press shop to the body shop.
The Munich facility will manufacture multiple Neue Klasse models beyond the i3. Production of the i3 Touring is planned for the site, with additional model variants expected to be announced as the electric vehicle programme expands.
The first model to be manufactured at the site, the i3, is equipped with bidirectional charging capabilities. This allows owners to send energy back to the grid or power appliances.