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Albert Waas leads Boston Consulting Group's automotive and mobility sector in Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Africa.

Throughout his career, Albert has collaborated with a broad range of clients including European and international automotive OEMs, suppliers, aftermarket players, importers, dealers, and mobility players across the entire value chain.

His expertise includes holistic transformations, strategy development, go-to-market strategy, restructuring, company build-up and scaling, cost programs, digital transformation initiatives, sustainability agendas, and due diligences.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

EDUCATION

  • PhD, strategic management, University of Ulm
  • MSc, technology management and business administration, Technical University of Munich
  • Business Administration, McCombs School of Business, University of Texas at Austin

Publications and Videos

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At the Crossroads: The European Aftermarket in 2035

The €64 billion aftermarket auto parts business in Europe faces challenges that will alter dynamics and threaten revenue and profits. We outline the findings of our research.
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Europe’s High-End Buyers Rethink EV Ownership

Can the next wave of European luxury consumers turn the market for battery electric vehicles around? We look at the preferences and influence of this growing consumer segment.
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Striking Gold with EV Battery Recycling

As the auto industry continues the transformation to electric vehicles, embracing the EV battery recycling wave has become a strategic imperative.
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European Auto Industry Is at a Crossroads

The European automotive industry has been a critical force in the continent’s economy and industrial success for decades, but now the traditional sources of the auto industry’s strength are threatened.
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Aftermarket 2030 - The Fleet Imperative

Revolutionizing the European aftermarket: Fleet vehicles dominate the landscape, with €45 billion at stake by 2030. B2B focus, electric surge, and rejuvenated fleets prompt strategic positioning.
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Will Connected Cars Be a Boon or Bust for the Automotive Aftermarket?

The next generation of vehicles will increasingly be defined by their software. The implications for every player in the auto value chain are enormous.
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Auto Distributors and Importers Need to Gear Up for the Future

The sales model, retail infrastructure, and aftersales business are all under pressure. But by acting in five key areas, auto distributors and importers can address challenges and seize new opportunities.
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Satellites Are the Next Frontier for Industrial Companies

Constant, enhanced connectivity—at less cost and with more capabilities—allows companies to offer new products and services that drive growth and create customer value.
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It’s Time for the Auto Industry to Reset Expectations

Automotive companies must be realistic about the current environment—and ready to make the necessary moves to stay competitive in the future.
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Tracking the Next Phase of the Automotive Semiconductor Shortage

The nature of the chip shortages—and the device types affected—will change over time, requiring automakers to actively manage risks as the situation evolves.
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电动汽车时代，翘首以待

未来十年，大多数国家将快速从燃油汽车时代，过渡到电动汽车时代。从燃油车时代到电动汽车时代的转变将代表着快速变化。但从环境需求的角度来看，电动汽车时代的到来还不够快。
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Why Electric Cars Can’t Come Fast Enough

Sales of electric vehicles are booming. But to meet the necessary targets for cutting worldwide emissions, the automotive industry needs to transition to EVs even more rapidly.