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Jürgen Speidel

Transformation Guide

Jürgen Speidel
Münsingen, Germany

Experience

Aug 2023 - Present
2 years 7 months

Transformation Guide

proneticon gmbh

  • Development of a transformation framework for environmentally friendly business innovation and its context

  • Organizational and process development for the implementation framework

  • Transformation lead: assessment of current state, digital transformation maturity check

  • Development of vision and roadmap for an adaptive approach

  • Customer focus and usability incorporating the latest trends and technologies (generative AI, blockchain, NFT, cryptocurrency/payment systems)

  • Design of the ecosystem space

  • Stakeholder and acceptance management

  • Communication and visualization with AI-based systems

  • Sourcing and coordination of the ecosystem's capabilities

  • Development of ethical stance and guiding principles

  • In progress: manifest for using the transformation framework based on the Agile Manifesto; transformation framework; checkup tool and transformation GPS for navigating endless transformation; cooperation and establishment of an ecosystem based on regenerative principles and guidelines.

Aug 2023 - Jul 2024
1 year

Interim Head of IT Management

proneticon gmbh

  • Stabilizing the IT management team after a long change program

  • Team stabilization using LEGO Serious Play (LSP)

  • Improving communication and team dynamics

  • Further development of the IT strategy, alignment and approval with the board

  • Clarification of roles, responsibilities, and capacity needs, coordination with stakeholders

  • Architecture development: current state analysis, target vision, and roadmap definition

  • Further development of technology and sourcing in the IT strategy

  • Software and hardware efficiency programs (cost reduction)

  • Stakeholder management: coordination with partners on regulations

  • Introduction and development of a digital platform

  • Coaching in agile methods and stabilizing the project for the digital platform rollout

  • Opportunity and risk management, turnaround of digitalization measures

  • Tendering of a cloud platform for customer compensation processes

  • Design and approval of a cloud-first strategy

  • Stakeholder management: needs of business units and affiliated companies

  • These measures successfully advanced parts of the IT strategy and made them operationally efficient. We achieved significant cost reduction and improved team dynamics, and cooperation between business units was sustainably strengthened.

Feb 2020 - Mar 2023
3 years 2 months

Product Owner / Agile Master / Chief Digital Transformation Officer (Interim)

proneticon gmbh

  • Preparation and implementation of the digital transformation with the rollout of a cross-group platform based on Microsoft Azure

  • Initial analysis and step-by-step development of the transformation roadmap

  • Coaching the management board in creating the target vision for digital transformation

  • Development of the approach model based on the customer journey

  • Development of target vision, business transformation, and digitalization strategy including new technologies (generative AI, blockchain, NFT)

  • Definition and tendering of the Bachmann Business Suite - from the vision to the realization roadmap

  • Creating and executing the digital platform tender (SAP/Microsoft)

  • Aligning hybrid (waterfall/agile) methods for system integration

  • Initiating the shift from classic project methods to a customer-centered approach

  • Introduction of user story mapping for backlog prioritization

  • Establishing cross-departmental communication and interest reconciliation using design thinking and innovation techniques

  • Aligning the approach and gaining approval for decision-making and planning, as well as interdisciplinary and participatory goal development. Clarifying product vision and priorities, defining the platform implementation roadmap, conducting the tender, and establishing the platform as a product. Handover of the Product Owner role in March 2023.

Aug 2018 - May 2020
1 year 10 months

Product Owner / Agile Master (Digitalization, Agile Development)

proneticon gmbh

  • Digitalization and delivery of cross-company product data from inception to end

  • Realignment after about 4 years of rollout

  • Adjusting the approach model from Kanban to Scrum, aligning roles and the collaboration model between stakeholders and the Scrum team

  • Aligning hybrid (waterfall/agile) methods for system integration

  • Realignment of product positioning (Product Proposition Value Canvas)

  • Vision for technology use, deep learning

  • Establishing Scrum, introducing user story mapping for backlog prioritization and release planning

  • Establishing cross-departmental communication and interest reconciliation using design thinking and innovation techniques

  • Aligning the approach and gaining approval for decision-making and planning. Value-based development and implementation of features and processes. Clarifying the product vision and priorities.

Dec 2017 - Dec 2018
1 year 1 month

Assistant Vice President (ppa.) / Head of the Process & Project Management Office

proneticon gmbh

  • Leading the Process & Project Management Office in a private bank

  • Analyzing the current status and implementing change to establish a bank-wide process and project culture

  • Defining project methods, tools, techniques, and templates in coordination with the parent company

  • Developing and establishing the project management process for the private bank

  • Introducing and coordinating project controlling and reporting

  • Coordinating resources across projects, especially bottleneck management

  • Responsibility for the project portfolio management process

  • Training and coaching project managers, teams, and board members

  • Successfully established a transparent and efficient project culture, implemented a unified project management framework, and set up structured reporting for effective project portfolio control.

Nov 2016 - May 2018
1 year 7 months

Head of Requirements Management

proneticon gmbh

  • Analysis of the current situation, opportunity & risk management for organization and processes in requirements management

  • Coordination, development, and alignment of the functional target vision with clients and stakeholders

  • Definition and introduction of the requirements process in an agile environment

  • Gathering and alignment of requirements for digital customer communication and document digitization

  • Alignment of requirements in IT and business architecture

  • Moderation of workshops with product owners and stakeholders for backlog prioritization

  • Establishment of a segment- and method-spanning requirements management with traceability of digital requirements from identification to implementation. Creation of a central requirements catalog and a multi-stage roadmap.

Oct 2015 - Sep 2016
1 year

Management Consultant / Functional Project Manager

proneticon gmbh

  • Definition of the project scope, planning of implementation, and creation of a business case for MIFID II compliance

  • Positioning the project in the bank's portfolio as well as project planning and control

  • Opportunity and risk management as well as stakeholder and acceptance management

  • Set up and lead a task force for initial scoping and business case validation

  • Planning and conducting workshops, technical concept for recording electronic communication

  • Requirements gathering, management, and prioritization for the business case, considering digitization

  • Coordination with data protection (EU GDPR) and works council on personal rights

  • Negotiation of the scope with other projects in the MIFID II topic cluster

  • Creation of the business case and planning of an implementation project (01.10.2015–31.03.2016). Definition of functional requirements and corporate guidelines.

Dec 2013 - Jul 2015
1 year 8 months

Management Consultant / Coach / Mediator

proneticon gmbh

  • Redesign and standardization of logistics processes at the head office based on a subsidiary's process model

  • Replacement of a 30-year-old host system

  • Support in project positioning and development of the change story

  • Establishment of integrated stakeholder, acceptance, opportunity, and risk management

  • Facilitation and escalation management (e.g., works council)

  • Mobilization of relevant stakeholders and adjustment of project structure

  • Coaching in integration architecture development (processes, communication, IT)

  • Introduction of customer journey mapping and an agile approach for customer and employee centricity

  • Overcoming resistance, improving collaboration and involvement of business units.

Dec 2013 - Mar 2015
1 year 4 months

Management Consultant / Coach / Mediator

proneticon gmbh

  • Redesign of the customer experience by integrating sales and service processes in a telecommunications company

  • Simplification of processes and reduction of process and IT costs

  • Post-merger integration and seamless use of all touchpoints (online, service, sales)

  • Coordination of task and role clarification, quick analysis of program and IT architecture, and scope definition

  • Design of a new program organization, facilitation, and implementation support

  • Preparation and facilitation of workshops with department and division heads

  • Execution of stakeholder, acceptance, opportunity, and risk management

  • Coaching in the integration of process, communication, and IT architecture

  • Facilitation of cross-organizational requirements and conflicts

  • Reorganization of the program, introduction of new approaches in project, architecture, and requirements management; improvement of operational and implementation capabilities.

Dec 2013 - Mar 2015
1 year 4 months

Project Manager / Management Consultant / Coach / Mediator

proneticon gmbh

  • Redesign and provision of the work environment (hardware, software) according to user requirements

  • Virtualization of workstations to reduce maintenance costs

  • Clarification of tasks and scoping within the eWorkplace program

  • Planning and execution of the fat client roll-over project

  • Establishment of opportunity and risk management

  • Implementation of stakeholder and acceptance management

  • Design of the rollout process and conduct of the service provider tender

  • Facilitation of cross-organizational requirements and conflicts

  • Successful integration of the project into the program; rollout/rollback of about 10,000 desktops and laptops; increase in operational and implementation capabilities.

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology (8.5 years), Professional Services (4 years), Banking and Finance (2 years), and Telecommunication (1.5 years).

Information Technology
Professional Services
Banking and Finance
Telecommunication

Business Areas Experience

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Experienced in Product Development (8.5 years), Strategy (8 years), Information Technology (7 years), Project Management (6 years), Logistics (1.5 years), and Operations (1.5 years).

Product Development
Strategy
Information Technology
Project Management
Logistics
Operations

Languages

German
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English
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Where is Jürgen based?

Jürgen is based in Münsingen, Germany.

What languages does Jürgen speak?

Jürgen speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Jürgen have?

Jürgen has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, Jürgen has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 1 company. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months. Note that Jürgen may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Jürgen be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Jürgen would be well-suited for roles such as: Transformation Guide, Interim Head of IT Management, Product Owner / Agile Master / Chief Digital Transformation Officer (Interim).

What is Jürgen's latest experience?

Jürgen's most recent position is Transformation Guide at proneticon gmbh.

What companies has Jürgen worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Jürgen has worked for proneticon gmbh.

Which industries is Jürgen most experienced in?

Jürgen is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Professional Services, and Banking and Finance. Jürgen also has some experience in Telecommunication.

Which business areas is Jürgen most experienced in?

Jürgen is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Strategy and Planning, and Information Technology (IT). Jürgen also has some experience in Project Management, Logistics, and Operations.

Which industries has Jürgen worked in recently?

Jürgen has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT) and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Jürgen worked in recently?

Jürgen has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Strategy and Planning, and Information Technology (IT).

What is the availability of Jürgen?

Jürgen will be available from February 2026.

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