The supply network structure of manufacturers is complex and non-transparent. In order to achieve a higher visibility and consequently increase the performance, the existing lack of data has to be closed. This paper answers the questions, how to identify, describe and compare suitable data...

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The goal of radically increasing renewable energies pushes the current electrical grid to its limits. Smart technologies on the demand side and intelligent storage are keys to cope with fluctuating inputs from distributed generation. In this vein, consumers increasingly gain new opportunities to...