As independent consultant and strategist with many years of experience, I guide you through the entire process, from the initial analysis and platform strategy to concrete implementation. My focus is on maintaining a holistic perspective, providing clear recommendations, and working with you to set the right priorities.
I collaborate closely with your internal teams and selected third-party partners to ensure that all necessary resources, expertise, and technologies are optimally utilized. In this role, I act as a coordinator and advisor, maintaining a clear strategic direction and supporting you at every stage.
The result is a tailored solution that is precisely aligned with your needs and ensures long-term success.
How we develop your custom platform strategy – and new business models
1.
Assessment &
Kick-off
- Requirements Analysis: Together, we define the key goals and challenges (e.g. innovation, time-to-market, cost reduction, modernization of legacy systems).
- Stakeholder Interviews: We engage CTOs, IT leads, business units, and management to gain a comprehensive perspective.
- Technical Overview: We assess your current IT landscape, existing systems, as well as security and compliance requirements.
Outcome: A clear understanding of the status quo and objectives—forming the foundation for all subsequent steps.
2.
Strategic Alignment & Roadmap
- Goal Definition: Together, we develop a clear vision for your platform strategy: Which technologies and services are critical for your future business success?
- Business Evaluation: Assessing the value (e.g. cost savings, market advantage, risk minimization) to support well-informed investment decisions.
- Prioritization & Roadmapping: Creating a time-aligned roadmap that balances short-term quick wins with long-term development goals.
Outcome: A tailored strategy that clearly defines where you want to go, when each step will take place, and why it will be worth it.
3.
Architecture & Proof of Concept
- Architecture Design: Development of a scalable architecture that meets high security, compliance, and performance requirements.
- Piloting: New technologies or processes are tested in a controlled environment early on to validate feasibility and efficiency.
- Change Management: We ensure that all stakeholders are involved at the right time—fostering acceptance and preventing resistance.
Outcome: A validated architecture and technology foundation, tested in real-world scenarios and ready for the next stage.
4.
Implementation & Scaling
- Implementation: Deployment and integration of the tested solutions within your organization.
- Automation & Security: Security and compliance concepts are embedded from the start, with automated processes wherever possible.
- Automation & Security: Security and compliance concepts are embedded from the start, with automated processes wherever possible.
Outcome: A ready-to-use, scalable platform that is efficient, secure, and adaptable—aligned with your goals and market demands.
5.
Business Model Innovation & Implementation
- Identifying New Value Creation: Together, we analyze which additional revenue models or digital services can be realized.
- Concept Development & Validation: Initial ideas are evaluated for feasibility, customer demand, and ROI.
- Implementation & Market Launch: In close collaboration with business units and management, we support the rollout of new products or services, from prototype to market maturity.
- Change Management & Training: Ensuring that new business models are sustainably embedded within the company and teams.
- Integration into the Platform: Successful business models are seamlessly incorporated into the existing platform architecture.
Outcome: Your company can unlock new revenue streams, bring innovations to market faster, and maximize the business value of the platform.
6.
Continuous Optimization & Support
- Monitoring & Observability: Continuous monitoring of platform performance and early identification of improvement potential.
- Ongoing Development: Regular alignment to introduce new technologies or market trends—keeping your platform always up to date.
- Maintenance & Support: Upon request, we provide long-term support to ensure your solutions remain reliable and high-performing.
Outcome: A dynamic platform that flexibly adapts to market and business changes while being continuously optimized.
Why this approach?
1.
Transparency & Security:
Clear phases and interim steps ensure you always have full visibility of progress and costs.
2.
Proven Methods:
We rely on established approaches (e.g. agile project management, proof of concept) and tailor them to your specific requirements.
3.
High Acceptance:
Early involvement of all stakeholders and a structured change management approach minimize resistance within the company.
4.
Long-Term Results:
We ensure a scalable and extensible platform that evolves with your business—rather than becoming the next legacy problem.