Pro²Future derives from Products and Production Systems of the Future. Our name is our mission: We dedicate ourselves to research in the field of industrial ICT, with special regard on the development of so called cognitive products and cognitive production systems. Our research is deliberately aligned with ambitious and visionary targets and is oriented beyond “Industry 4.0” right now. Expressed in simplified terms, we want to scientifically support enterprises in their digitalization efforts. Research Program: AREA 1 - Perception and Aware Systems AREA 2 - Cognitive Robotics and Shop Floors AREA 3 - Cognitive Decision Making AREA 4.1 - Cognitive Products AREA 4.2 - Cognitive Production Systems