Our key R&D activities
EssilorLuxottica’s R&D activities are organized into four areas: expanding vision care into med-tech; powering style; making eyewear a gateway into new worlds; and digitizing the industry from the ground up.
Expanding vision care into med-tech
We continue to advance vision care through med-tech innovation, focusing on state-of-the-art solutions that meet patient needs while driving category growth for myopia management and advanced single vision; near-vision management and dynamic lens technologies; dight management and lens-conveyed eye protection. Recognizing that vision interacts with other senses to create a multimodal perception of the surrounding world, we are also exploring the connection between vision and hearing with research into how hearing aids affect visual behavior to develop personalized solutions.
Powering style
Innovation in fashion accessories requires a delicate balance between staying on trend and anticipating future shifts in consumer preferences. At EssilorLuxottica, consumer management insights are a strategic tool for forecasting that allow our R&D teams to proactively adapt color, material and finishing choices to meet evolving tastes and lifestyles. Our analog eyewear-related R&D activities cover three main segments, including frame design and technologies; eyeglass cases and accessories; and solutions for sun protection.
Making eyewear a gateway into new worlds
Combining decades of superior craftsmanship, a dedicated spirit of innovation, a commitment to delivering only cutting-edge technology and over 10 years of expertise in smart eyewear development, manufacturing and distribution, we continue to lead the way in pioneering a new generation of products designed to revolutionize how consumers see and experience the world around them. Driving momentum for the future, we are making bold strides in wearables, accelerating our vision to make eyewear a gateway to a world of new possibilities.
Digitizing the Industry from the Ground Up:
We are steadfast in our commitment to operational excellence, tapping into new technologies and digital tools to enhance both internal processes and consumer-facing solutions. As a vertically integrated player, we continue to invest heavily in digital transformation across our value chain and develop the way we operate in the industry, integrating the power of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning from design and engineering to in-store and online experiences. Serving as a strategic growth driver, AI is at the core of our processes, including consumer management insights, product innovation, process engineering and eyewear manufacturing.
