Jochen Stephan

Chief Sales Officer, znt-Richter Group
Dynamic sales leader with over 25 years of B2B and B2P expertise in Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM), Corporate Performance Management, and Financial Planning. Proven track record in driving revenue growth, building high-performing teams, and fostering strategic partnerships. Seasoned lecturer at the Hochschule der Wirtschaft für Management (HDWM), delivering complex financial and performance-management topics to future business leaders.

Blog Post by Jochen Stephan

Jochen Stephan 05/30/2025

Leadership in Manufacturing Digitalization: What I Believe – and What Comes Next

Digitalization is no longer a technical endeavor — it’s a credibility decision.

Jochen Stephan 05/28/2025

What’s Next in MOM: Leadership Priorities for the Digital Manufacturing Decade

The next decade in manufacturing will not be defined by technology adoption alone — but ...

Jochen Stephan 05/26/2025

Beyond Features: Why Digital Trust Is the New Currency in Manufacturing

Want to future-proof your MOM strategy? Start with digital trust — and see why Hybrid ...

Jochen Stephan 05/21/2025

Data Silos vs. Data Streams: The Road To Integrated Manufacturing Intelligence

Unlock the full potential of your manufacturing data by breaking down silos and embracing ...

Jochen Stephan 05/19/2025

End-to-End Manufacturing: Connecting Procurement, Planning & Production

Unlock the potential of end-to-end integrated manufacturing by seamlessly connecting ...

Jochen Stephan 05/16/2025

Measuring Digital Maturity: From Isolated MES To An Integrated MOM Ecosystem

Digital maturity in manufacturing is measured by the transition from standalone MES ...

Jochen Stephan 05/14/2025

Hybrid SaaS In Manufacturing: Why Now Is The Right Time

Discover why now is the perfect moment for manufacturers to adopt MOM Hybrid SaaS, ...