Industrial production is at a turning point. Increasing pressure on costs and speed, complex supply chains and a shortage of skilled workers are calling for a rethink. Now is the time to redesign production – to make it faster, smarter and more sustainable.

To achieve this, SMEs in Eastern Switzerland need agile processes, maximum flexibility and well-founded, data-driven decisions. AI, automation and smart systems create transparency, efficiency and genuine competitive advantages. At the same time, sustainable production is becoming a key success factor: lower CO₂ emissions, more efficient use of resources and future-proof solutions for the economy and the environment.

To achieve this, SMEs in Eastern Switzerland need agile processes, maximum flexibility and well-founded, data-driven decisions. AI, automation and smart systems create transparency, efficiency and genuine competitive advantages. At the same time, sustainable production is becoming a key factor for success: lower CO₂ emissions, more efficient use of resources and future-proof solutions for the economy and the environment.

The Eastern Switzerland Technology Symposium (OTS) addresses these challenges. Experts from industry and OST – the University of Applied Sciences of Eastern Switzerland – will showcase applications and best-practice examples from the manufacturing sector.

To mark the 25th anniversary of the OTS, all visitors will benefit from an even wider range of knowledge-sharing opportunities, as this year’s symposium is being held as part of preXcon – The Precision Technology Convention. This brings together the maximum level of specialist expertise from Eastern Switzerland in one place.

The specialist event for innovation and technology transfer in precision engineering will take place from 3 to 5 November 2026 at the Olma Messen St. Gallen exhibition centre. The OTS will be integrated into the programme on Thursday, 5 November 2026, as a dedicated special section in the St. Gallen Cantonal Bank Hall. In doing so, the OTS combines its long-standing tradition and strong network with the interdisciplinary approach of preXcon. Further information on preXcon can be found here.

preXcon
The Procision Technology Convention