The last decade has seen a surge in innovations designed to slow the progression of myopia. A broad spectrum of ophthalmic solutions – including defocus-incorporated multiple segments, concentric ring designs, and various progressive-like structures – has emerged, each offering a distinct approach to inducing peripheral myopic defocus.
Sustainability is a powerful trend in the chemical industry. The shift toward more sustainable materials and production processes is reshaping product development and purchasing behavior across industries. Furthermore, the use of sustainable technologies is often a growth-enabler on several levels.
Remote and virtual project management has become part of everyday life in the optical industry. Teams work independently of location, but leadership remains a key challenge. This article shows how managers can effectively lead remote teams, clarify expectations, and make roles transparent.
It is a conclusion without much fanfare or big surprises. The last fall trade show in Las Vegas, held from September 18 to 20, presented itself as a solid finale. Visitors were treated to fewer spectacular product unveilings, but the trade show proved to be a good trend monitor.
AI could optimize your lab and save resources daily? Would you hesitate to trust decisions made by AI – especially if there were proof that it could reduce breakage, streamline processes, and significantly cut costs? Now is the time to realize; this is not a distant possibility.
Freeform for every lab: Twenty years ago, three Spanish scientists had a revolutionary idea. The innovative freeform technology should not be reserved exclusively for large groups. Instead, new software should enable every independent lab to manufacture freeform progressive lenses. MAFO is on site to mark the company’s 20th anniversary.
Rejection and ghosting are not the exception in everyday sales, but rather the rule. Nevertheless, there is rarely any discussion about how to deal with these setbacks professionally. Yet it is precisely this ability, to view disappointments objectively and protect one’s self-esteem. This is a key prerequisite for long-term success in sales.
To meet high-quality standards, it is essential for operational managers to continuously review all process steps. In a well-known German company, the cleaning process was optimized by adopting a state-of-the-art aqueous cleaner.
To lead the industry towards smarter, connected workflows, we have to constantly challenge conventions. One example is the paper job ticket. In an age defined by automation, IoT integration, and real-time data, it is time to rethink the paper ticket’s role and explore the digital alternatives.
Complex, ambitious, and with some room for improvement. That is how one could describe the current state of sustainable measures in the optical industry. In this interview with Sylvi Claußnitzer, you can learn more about sustainability strategies and how the industry is already positioned in this area.
