The Tuesday Club - Additive Manufacturing

Understanding the Business Impact of Additive Manufacturing in a Disrupted Environment

Malaysian‑German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC) is pleased to present a timely briefing designed to help business leaders and decision‑makers assess the role of Additive Manufacturing (AM) in strengthening operational resilience and flexibility amid ongoing global disruptions.

As supply chains become more fragile and cost pressures continue to rise, organisations are re‑evaluating traditional manufacturing models. In today’s uncertain environment, the ability to respond quickly, manage risk, and adapt production strategies has become increasingly critical. Additive Manufacturing is often positioned as a solution — yet its practical business value is not always clearly understood.

This session provides essential clarity for senior leaders evaluating manufacturing strategies, investment decisions, and long‑term competitiveness, without a technical or engineering focus.

Date: Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Time: 10.00 am – 11.30 am
Venue: MGCC Boardroom, Level 20, Menara Hap Seng 2, Kuala Lumpur

📌 Why this session matters:

Ongoing global disruptions are reshaping how companies think about production, supply chains, and operational risk. Leaders are under increasing pressure to build flexibility while maintaining cost discipline and reliability.

This session explores how Additive Manufacturing may support business objectives in areas such as:

• Supply chain resilience and risk mitigation
• Faster response to changing customer and market demands
• Greater flexibility in production and design decisions
• Selective localisation or diversification of production footprints

For German and multinational companies operating in Malaysia — particularly those managing complex supply chains or reassessing their manufacturing strategies — understanding where AM fits, and where traditional manufacturing remains the better option, is increasingly important.

📌 What you will takeaway from this session:

A clear, business‑level overview of Additive Manufacturing and its role in today’s manufacturing landscape
Practical insight into how AM can support flexibility, responsiveness, and competitiveness
Balanced perspectives on when AM delivers commercial value and when conventional manufacturing methods are more effective

📌 Key learning outcomes:

Participants will gain:

• Clear understanding of the types of flexibility that matter most for business performance
• Insight into how global disruptions are influencing production and supply chain decisions
• Practical guidance on evaluating AM as part of broader operational and investment strategies
• Awareness of leadership and organisational considerations when piloting or integrating new manufacturing approaches
• A broader framework for C‑suite and board‑level evaluation of AM, including:
  • Risk mitigation
  • Strategic optionality
  • Long‑term competitiveness

📌 Who should attend:

• Senior leaders responsible for manufacturing, operations, or supply chain strategy
• Board members and executives evaluating investment decisions and operational resilience
• Business leaders exploring new production models without a technical deep dive
• Companies assessing whether Additive Manufacturing has a strategic role in their growth or transformation plans
• Organisations seeking greater flexibility, responsiveness, or risk mitigation in an uncertain environment

Join us to gain practical clarity on the role of Additive Manufacturing and ensure your organisation is making informed, future‑ready manufacturing decisions.

Speaker Profile

Lim Mun Chun has extensive experience working at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and additive manufacturing across the Asia Pacific region. Currently with Rieckermann, he works closely with manufacturers to assess how additive manufacturing can be applied within real operational and strategic contexts, with a strong focus on practical business outcomes.

Mun Chun has supported companies across various industries in evaluating production models, manufacturing flexibility, and supply chain resilience, helping leadership teams understand where additive manufacturing can deliver value and where traditional manufacturing approaches remain more appropriate. His work is shaped by hands‑on exposure to manufacturing environments and regional industry dynamics, enabling him to bridge technical capabilities with commercial decision‑making.

He brings a grounded, business‑oriented perspective to discussions on additive manufacturing, supporting senior leaders, C‑suite executives, and boards in evaluating new manufacturing approaches through the lenses of risk management, operational flexibility, and long‑term competitiveness.