Stefan Kümmel is an Associate Partner and Head of Industry & Major Projects Consulting at Drees & Sommer. He advises industrial companies, investors and public-sector organizations on translating strategic ambitions into executable investment portfolios, scalable delivery structures and resilient operating models. His work spans the transformation of production networks, the modernization of industrial sites and the delivery of complex construction and infrastructure programs. Combining strategic industry consulting with program management, commercial advisory and risk management, Stefan develops integrated governance and project-control frameworks that connect corporate strategy, capital allocation, technology implementation and operational delivery. A key focus is the use of digital platforms, automation, AI-enabled analytics, digital twins and lean delivery methods to improve transparency, collaboration and predictability across complex project portfolios.