Empowering Innovation Solutions

Welcome to Our Cloud

The Crowdsourced Innovation Cloud (CIC) platform at KLM Engineering & Maintenance (E&M) is a dynamic hub designed to foster a culture of continuous innovation within the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) sector. By harnessing the collective intelligence and expertise of both internal employees and external stakeholders, the platform aims to generate, evaluate, and implement groundbreaking ideas and solutions. Through features such as challenge posting, idea submission, collaboration tools, and AI-powered recommendations, the CIC platform empowers users to tackle MRO challenges, streamline processes, and ultimately enhance efficiency and competitiveness in the aviation maintenance industry.

Open Innovation Challenges

Challenges currently encountered in the KLM E&M department and open for discussion by the collective to drive innovation and the best possible solution

Develop a system to register and monitor aircraft positions and purposes across platforms, hangars, and other maintenance areas

Track and Document Aircraft Locations and Maintenance Status

Every idea counts! Your input could inspire the next breakthrough, whether it’s a quick thought, a preliminary idea, or a simple reaction. Share your comments, likes, or ideas easily—click the button below to the challenge to contribute!

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Optimizing KLM E&M's supply chain to ensure timely availability of parts for predictive maintenance, improving efficiency and reducing downtime in maintenance operations.

Optimizing the MRO Supply Chain for Predictive Maintenance

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Solved Innovation Challenges

Challenges currently solved within the KLM E&M department to give inspiration of past innovations to pave the way for the future!

Developing more accurate and efficient predictive maintenance models to reduce unplanned downtime and optimize maintenance schedules

Predictive Maintenance Optimization

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Integrating new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and 3D printing, into MRO processes to improve efficiency and productivity

Technology Adoption and Integration

Finding ways to optimize the layout and utilisation of hangars and maintenance facilities to improve workflow and productivity

Hangar and Facility Optimization

Blog

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Warehouse Management

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Innovation Stories

Discover the remarkable success stories of our innovation platform, showcasing the innovative solutions and groundbreaking ideas that have revolutionized industries.

Explore the recognition page to witness the accolades and achievements earned by our community members, celebrating their contributions to the world of innovation.

Recognition

Discover the milestones and accomplishments achieved through collaborative efforts on our platform, driving positive change globally through a gamification process.

Achievements

Achievements - Tracking Challenge

Uncover the profound impact created by the Crowdsourced Innovation Cloud, as we continue to empower individuals and organizations to shape a brighter future through collective creativity.

Impact

Groups

Check out the expertise-based groups here. In these groups knowledge can be captured, is easily organised and can be utilised efficiently due to converging expertise. Join one and directly communicate with the members of the group.

KLM E&M

Airframe

Airframe involves the inspection, repair, and overhaul of an aircraft's physical structure, including the fuselage, wings, and tail.

KLM E&M

Industrial Programs

Industrial Programs is responsible for channelling the projects correctly at KLM E&M and outside the company.

Hybrid collaboration

Triple Helix Innovation Hub

The Triple Helix Innovation Hub connects KLM, the government and start-ups. This ensures collaboration and cross-industry insights.

Services

Design Thinking: Elevate Your Ideas
Unleash your creativity with guidance from a design thinking coach
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Servant Leadership: The right approach
Empowering Leadership: Shifting to a Servant Leadership Approach
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Analogical Innovation Workshop
Unlock Creativity with Analogical Thinking
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Knowledge Management Training
Maximize Efficiency Through Knowledge Sharing
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Innovation Events

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Collaborative BrainStorm Session
ma 13 jan
KLM E&M Hangaar 11
13 jan 2025, 14:00 – 16:00
KLM E&M Hangaar 11, Zuideinde 11, Schiphol
13 jan 2025, 14:00 – 16:00
KLM E&M Hangaar 11, Zuideinde 11, Schiphol
Join us for a summit to collaborate on solutions for enhancing aircraft maintenance efficiency through collective intelligence.
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Innovation Ideation Workshop
wo 15 jan
KLM E&M Innovation Hub
15 jan 2025, 13:00 – 15:00
KLM E&M Innovation Hub, Amsterdam, Netherlands
15 jan 2025, 13:00 – 15:00
KLM E&M Innovation Hub, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Join us for an interactive workshop to brainstorm and develop innovative solutions for aircraft maintenance challenges.
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Analogical Innovation Conference
di 21 jan
Hangaar 14 - Schiphol-east
21 jan 2025, 11:00 – 14:00
Hangaar 14 - Schiphol-east, Hangaar 14, 1117 Schiphol, Netherlands
21 jan 2025, 11:00 – 14:00
Hangaar 14 - Schiphol-east, Hangaar 14, 1117 Schiphol, Netherlands
A conference showcasing the power of analogical innovation in aircraft repair, featuring industry experts and success stories. Including Lunch
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About Our Innovation Lab

Our Mission

The Crowdsourced Innovation Cloud is a cutting-edge digital platform designed for KLM Engineering & Maintenance (E&M) to drive collaborative solutions and sustainable innovations in aircraft maintenance and repair. Our platform fosters open innovation, knowledge sharing, and creative collaboration, streamlining the entire innovation process. Join us in shaping the future of aircraft maintenance and repair.

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Welcome to Our Cloud

Innovation Stories

Services

Design Thinking: Elevate Your Ideas

Servant Leadership: The right approach

Analogical Innovation Workshop

Knowledge Management Training

Innovation Events

All Events

About Our Innovation Lab

Our Mission

Projects