OPEN MIND Technologies Switzerland: Manuel Schär Takes Over as Head of Sales
Manuel Schär has been heading the sales department at OPEN MIND Technologies Switzerland since September 1, 2026. With his many years of experience in machine and tool manufacturing, he is expected to strengthen existing partnerships and tap into new market potential.
Since September 1, 2026, Manuel Schär has been head of sales at OPEN MIND Technologies Switzerland. The company is one of the world’s leading providers of high-performance CAD/CAM solutions for machine- and controller-independent programming. The company develops integrated CAD/CAM solutions featuring a high degree of innovation to enhance performance in programming and machining.
The new sales manager, Manuel Schär, has many years of experience in machine and tool manufacturing and most recently worked as an independent consultant. Together with the Swiss team, he will drive business growth, strengthen existing partnerships, and tap into new market potential. Filling this key position is part of a series of forward-looking initiatives and an important building block for the further development of the Swiss business. In doing so, OPEN MIND is strengthening its local presence and will be able to support customers and partners even more directly and effectively in the future.
A Key Location for Precision Manufacturing
Switzerland is considered a major hub for high-tech manufacturing sectors such as medical technology, the watch industry, and machine and tool manufacturing. Companies here face the challenge of manufacturing complex components cost-effectively and with high precision. OPEN MIND supports them with solutions that digitally integrate the key steps of the manufacturing process. hyperMILL enables efficient NC programming and supports the precise machining of both complex and simple components. Hummingbird-MES complements the CAD/CAM solution with digital production planning and control. This creates end-to-end processes that provide greater transparency and enable more productive manufacturing.
Focus on personal interaction and customer value
«I look forward to working with our customers to unlock new potential and further develop their manufacturing processes with innovative solutions,» says Manuel Schär, Head of Sales at OPEN MIND Technologies Switzerland. «For me, the focus is on personal interaction, long-term partnerships, and a clear understanding of the specific benefits for our customers. With hyperMILL and Hummingbird-MES, we offer solutions that complement each other perfectly and open up new possibilities for end-to-end manufacturing.»
Volker Nesenhöner, CEO of OPEN MIND Technologies AG, adds: «With Manuel Schär, we are gaining an experienced industry expert who has a deep understanding of the Swiss market and the needs of the manufacturing industry. This understanding provides a solid foundation for tapping into new business opportunities and laying the groundwork for sustainable growth.»
Source: www.openmind-tech.com
