Benefits for our members
The numerous benefits for our members are not perceivable at the first sight. Apart from synergetic effects and technical support through our large community, the marketing support by AS-International Association is an important advantage for our members. Because of the increasing automation, the market potential of the AS-Interface is climbing. Our goal is the utilization of this potential for our members. InformationThe User Group offers all members the latest information on the market and technology. Including of course association activities, trade shows and other events (user days etc.).Open dialogThe ability to carry out a dialog on an international level opens up new market opportunities. The cooperative exchange of information concerning products, applications and markets results in market transparency.Charting the future togetherParticipating in the various committees of the association means having a say in the future of the system. New ideas and developments are possible with all the other members. Developments in the wrong direction are avoided and development resources can be used in a more focused way. Costs can be reduced.Technical InformationIn terms of technical support, membership offers you a broad range of support functions, information and tools:
- Free use of specifications
- Development guidelines
- Updates of all technical documentation
- Technical support during development
- Ensuring of high technical standards
- Assistance with technological questions
- User seminars
CertificationCertification gives you and your customers documented security and a valuable confirmation of quality. Membership allows you to obtain inexpensive certification, ensuring conformity and compatibility which in turn leads to high customer satisfaction.StandardizationAS-International is active in the standards committees and is a contact partner for all questions concerning standardization.Marketing supportMembership gives you a strong presence in global markets through use of the complete spectrum of the marketing mix available to you. Employees of the User Group think of themselves as service providers and support your marketing activities across the board.Typical AS-International marketing activities:
- Trade shows, worldwide coordination, providing the infrastructure
- Congresses / user seminars
- Coordination of local marketing activities
- Printed materials
- CD product catalogue with AS-Interface product overview
- News
- Broad-based PR campaigns , print ads, image advertising
- Strong trademark
- Service and supervision
- Internet presence
- Virtual trade show
- Common advertising
- Representation at trade shows, seminars and press conferences
- Common product catalogue
Official statisticsOne of the best ways to obtain market information. Use of the official statistics gives you information about manufacturers and purchasing behavior. |