PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, has announced the appointment of experienced AV specialist – and long-serving TP Vision employee – Lutz Harder, as the company’s new global product manager – interactive displays.
Lutz has had a career in AV and technology spanning more than two decades, including 10 years at TP Vision – the world’s largest manufacturer of computer monitors and TV panels – holding roles, since 2014, as product manager high end TVs Germany, product manager DACH, and, most recently, product manager Europe Philips TV.
Based in PPDS’ R&D and product development offices in Gent (Belgium) – and reporting to Andrea Barbuti, global product management lead for EMEA – Lutz will play an integral and strategic role in the growth and development of PPDS’ evolving interactive display portfolio and business.
Lutz – who will present on the Philips stand NJ10 at Bett 2025 showcasing PPDS’ latest interactive solutions for education, and on stand 3P500 at ISE – commented: “I am thrilled to have accepted this exciting position at PPDS and to be entrusted in supporting the company in its growth goals and ambitions.”
He added: “Working at TP Vision means being part of a dynamic and innovative environment that offers excellent career opportunities, and in my 10 years with the company, I have gained a deep understanding of the philosophy, value, and innovation that goes into every Philips display. This is something that permeates throughout the PPDS team. Philips Professional Displays is a brand founded on breaking new ground and delivering world-first and world-leading solutions to the market. I’m delighted to be part of its journey.”
Andrea Barbuti said: “The role and importance of interactive displays, whether delivering elevated meeting room or smarter classroom experiences, continues to grow. It is therefore vital for PPDS to remain at the forefront of innovation, for hardware and for software. Our strategy is to drive the market forward and to achieve those high bars we set ourselves, we need industry innovators. People who want to make a difference. Lutz absolutely ticks these boxes and, on behalf of PPDS, I welcome him to the team and wish him every success.”
