18th Annual General Assembly
14 July 2026 | Neckarsulm (Bechtle IT-Systemhaus)
We look forward to welcoming you to the 18th Annual General Assembly of the ASCS association. Take this opportunity to gain valuable insights into current and upcoming ASCS activities, engage with fellow members, and contribute to shaping the future of our community. The General Assembly serves as the key forum for discussing important topics related to membership, strategy, and finance. The ASCS Executive Board looks forward to your feedback, ideas, and perspectives.
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
12:00 noon
Lunch
and visit to the Communication & Experience Area
1:00 PM
1. Opening Remarks by the ASCS Executive Board
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wolfram Remlinger | Chairman of the Executive Board ASCS
2. Presentation of the Agenda
Alexander F. Walser | Managing Director ASCS
3. Objections or Amendments to The Agenda
1:05 PM
4. Developments & Community Updates
4.1 Key Developments in 2025 & 2026
This session provides an overview of key developments within the ASCS member network in 2024 / 2025, including progress in work groups, collaborative projects and partnerships, and key community events. It also highlights strategic initiatives within the ENVITED Research Cluster and the initative Game Changer Simulation.
4.2 Welcome to Our New Members
Introduction of newly joined companies and institutions that are strengthening the ASCS community. Each organization will briefly present itself and share its core areas of expertise and focus within the simulation and mobility ecosystem.
4.3 Outlook 2025/2026 and ASCS Strategy
Presentation of ASCS's strategic priorities and planned initiatives for 2026 and 2027.
4.4 Questions & Discussion on Agenda Items 4.1 – 4.3
Open floor for questions, feedback, and discussion related to the reports and strategic outlook presented in items 4.1 to 4.3.
2:30 PM
Coffee Break
Networking and Visit to the Communication & Experience Area
3:15 PM
5. Financial Overview and Board Matters
5.1 Financial Report 2025
Presentation of the financial performance and key figures for the fiscal year 2025.
5.2 Cash Auditor’s Report
Summary of the audit findings and confirmation of financial compliance by the appointed cash auditors.
5.3 Business Plan 2026
Outlook and planning for the running fiscal year, including budget allocation and strategic financial priorities.
5.4 Proposal for the Discharge of the Executive Board
Formal proposal for the discharge of responsibilities of the Executive Board based on the 2025 reporting.
5.5 Vote on the Discharge of the Executive Board
Member vote on granting discharge to the Executive Board for the 2025 financial year.
3:35 PM
6. Amendment of the Articles of Association and Membership Fee Regulations
6.1 Proposal Presentation
6.2 Open Discussion
6.3 Member Voting on the Proposal
04:15 PM
7. Elections
7.1 Election of the Executive Board
Candidates can submit their nomination to the ASCS office by June 5.
7.2 Election of the Cash Auditors
Candidates can submit their nomination to the ASCS office by June 5.
4:40 PM
7. Final Remarks
Alexander F. Walser | Managing Director ASCS
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wolfram Remlinger | Chairman of the Executive Board ASCS
Post-Assembly Events
14 July 2026 | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
AI & Data-driven Simulation Summit 2026
For more information please visit the
event website.
15 July 2026 | 8:15 AM - 5:00 PM
AI & Data-driven Simulation Forum 2026
For more information please visit the event website.
Who Should Attend
The Annual General Assembly is open exclusively to ASCS members and is a must-attend event for anyone actively involved in shaping the future of simulation, AI, and high-performance computing within the automotive and mobility sectors.
LOCATION
Bechtle PLM Deutschland GmbH
Bechtle Platz 1
74172 Neckarsulm
Germany
© Bechtle PLM Deutschland GmbH
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