After his studies and doctoral thesis in Mechanical Engineering and Assembly Automation, Dr. Michael Klos' career developed through managing positions in Industrial Automation, leading him from R&D through Automotive Sales into Business Management. More than 15 years he spent with Japanese robot companies, starting with FANUC Robotics Europe and now, since 7 years, as General Manager in YASKAWA Europe, leading new robot applications and market development on HQ level.