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Michael Beumers
Senior IT Program Lead | Transformation Expert | Project Excellence & Structural Optimization
Experience
Oct 2023 - Present
2 years 4 monthsDenmark
Senior Project Management
Hansen Technologies
- Managed complex ERP transformation programs (Microsoft Dynamics 365 / Business Central) in the telecommunications sector.
- Focus: Establishing delivery standards and governance structures in volatile project environments.
- Achievement: Stabilized critical deliveries through methodological resets and commercial assurance via precise change control management.
Jan 2018 - Present
8 years 1 monthOwner & Interim CTO
mibeso
- Provided strategic guidance to SMEs and startups as a 'Pre-Project CTO' to close technical skill gaps in the early phase.
- Focus: Designing technical blueprints (architecture), selecting implementation partners (brokerage), and automating processes via low-code and AI.
- Achievement: Delivered massive efficiency gains (e.g., 90% time savings in CAD-based workflows) and built MVP structures ready for funding.
Nov 2015 - Aug 2022
6 years 10 monthsBraunschweig, Germany
Process Owner for Program and Project Management
Volkswagen Financial Services
- Responsible for the group-wide project management framework across multiple business units and countries (approx. 150 projects per year).
- Focus: End-to-end redesign of the governance methodology to increase delivery capacity while maintaining audit compliance (banking standard).
- Achievement: Reduced administrative overhead by 80% for project managers and built a community of practice with over 50 active members.
Jan 2014 - Oct 2015
1 year 10 monthsBraunschweig, Germany
Profit Center Manager
CKC Group (now CGI)
- Held P&L responsibility for a software delivery unit with a focus on strategic growth and operational excellence.
- Focus: Establishing the 'software factory' model to industrialize fixed-price offerings.
- Achievement: Won a €1.5M contract by shortening the estimation and bidding process from 4 weeks to 14 days while minimizing delivery risk.
Oct 2008 - Dec 2013
5 years 3 monthsBraunschweig, Germany
Project Manager
CKC Group (now CGI)
- Managed the full lifecycle of custom software projects (volume €0.5M – €1.5M).
- Focus: Introducing agile practices (Scrum/Kanban) to increase transparency and throughput.
- Achievement: Ensured on-time handovers to operations through consistent stakeholder management and quality control.
Aug 2002 - Sep 2008
6 years 2 monthsBraunschweig, Germany
System Analyst, Developer
AUEL EDV-Beratung GmbH
- Technical design and development of complex IT solutions.
- Foundation for a deep understanding of software architectures and the ability to connect the language of engineering teams with that of business executives.
Summary
Strategic IT leader and senior project manager with over 20 years of IT and leadership experience. My core strength is building robust structures for complex IT initiatives and industrializing PM frameworks that minimize administration and maximize delivery capacity. I step in when organizations are about to start large transformations or need to bring existing programs to a new level of predictability through methodological clarity and "systems thinking". My experience provides a guarantee of stability during volatile phases.
Skills
- Project Foundations: Designing And Implementing Governance Structures (Pmo, Raid, Stage Gates), Controlled By Kpis And Compliant With Audits
- Program Management: Managing Multiple Projects (Budgets Up To €3m Each).
- Process Engineering: Lean Industrialization Of It Processes (Benchmark: 80% Overhead Reduction For Project Managers At Vw Fs).
- Agile Leadership: Scaling Agile Methods (Safe, Scrum) And Building Communities Of Practice.
- Solution Architecture: Cloud Strategies, Implementation, Erp Rollouts (Ms Dynamics/bc).
- Crisis Management: Turnaround Of 'Distressed Projects' And Stakeholder Alignment During Escalations.
Languages
German
NativeEnglish
AdvancedDanish
ElementaryEducation
Oct 2014 - Jun 2017
Hochschule Koblenz
Master of Business Administration · Business Management / Financial Controlling · Koblenz, Germany
Certifications & licenses
Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
IPMA Level D
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Where is Michael based?
Michael is based in Nordborg, Denmark and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
What languages does Michael speak?
Michael speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Danish (Elementary).
How many years of experience does Michael have?
Michael has at least 23 years of experience. During this time, Michael has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 10 months. Note that Michael may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Michael be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Michael would be well-suited for roles such as: Senior Project Management, Owner & Interim CTO, Process Owner for Program and Project Management.
What is Michael's latest experience?
Michael's most recent position is Senior Project Management at Hansen Technologies.
What companies has Michael worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Michael has worked for Hansen Technologies, mibeso, and Volkswagen Financial Services.
Which industries is Michael most experienced in?
Michael is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Professional Services, and Banking and Finance. Michael also has some experience in Telecommunication.
Which business areas is Michael most experienced in?
Michael is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Project Management, and Information Technology (IT). Michael also has some experience in Strategy and Planning, Quality Assurance (QA), and Operations.
Which industries has Michael worked in recently?
Michael has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT), Banking and Finance, and Telecommunication.
Which business areas has Michael worked in recently?
Michael has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Information Technology (IT), and Product Development.
What is Michael's education?
Michael holds a Master in Business Management / Financial Controlling from Hochschule Koblenz.
Does Michael have any certificates?
Michael has 3 certificates. These include: Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), and IPMA Level D.
What is the availability of Michael?
Michael will be available part-time from April 2026.
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