Reiner Friedland is a seasoned professional with over three decades of extensive experience in production planning and engineering. Currently serving as Principal Production at Miebach Consulting since June 2016, Reiner specializes in consulting and planning projects focused on lean production and factory planning across Germany, China, and the USA. Prior to this role, Reiner held positions at Siemens Energy, where responsibilities included lean manufacturing management and COO duties for factory planning in Saudi Arabia. At Siemens AG, Reiner managed the SAP rollout and coordinated technology transfer projects, improving manufacturing processes in China and Canada. Reiner's career began at the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design Technology, followed by roles at universities and research institutes, contributing to advancements in simulation and production technologies. Educational credentials include a Diplom-Ingenieur from Technische Universität Chemnitz and a Diplom-Ingenieur (FH) from Ingenieurschule für Maschinenbau und Elektrotechnik Berlin.