Paul Hermsen, founder and owner of the Inther Group (28th place)
"The Inther Group closed the past financial year with the predicted successes. The first two quarters of 2022 also showed an economic recovery at pre-coronavirus levels. However, Europe is currently heading for a tough winter. Many factors that are decisive for the further development of system integrators such as the Inther Group are now almost impossible to predict. The pandemic, the Russian war of aggression in Ukraine, the energy crisis, inflation along with rising credit interest rates and other geopolitical developments currently make it almost impossible to provide a reliable outlook for economic development over the next twelve months. With its range of hybrid solutions, the Inther Group is excellently positioned in the market, and not just for projects with an order volume of more than EUR 20,000. The best technologies are used to meet the customer's requirements. The Inther Group's product portfolio also includes the Gripp Piece-Picking Robot and the A-Frame solution with the integrated PUMA measuring and positioning device, which provide further options for even greater efficiency in customer processes. However, it is currently impossible to predict the extent and impact that we will all have to experience as a result of developments in energy prices and the availability of raw materials. For this reason, the Inther Group is taking a cautious view of the near future."