Rainer (V.) H.

Consultant

Hemhofen, Germany

Experience

Jul 2001 - Present
24 years 2 months

Consultant

Self-employed

May 1997 - Jun 2001
4 years 2 months

Applied Technologist, EMEA Regional Program Manager, Pre-Sales Consultant

EMC² Computer-Systems Deutschland GmbH

Jul 1996 - Apr 1997
10 months

IT Services Consultant

Softlab GmbH

Oct 1992 - Jun 1996
3 years 9 months

Application Developer

Bayerische Hypotheken- und Wechsel-Bank AG

Jun 1991 - Sep 1992
1 year 4 months

IT Operations Coordinator

Deutsche Bank AG

Summary

Based on my broad knowledge and rich experience in successful transformations, I help companies implement changes in a creative and motivating way.

My expertise includes:

  • Microsoft 365: Developing a consulting offering for introducing Microsoft 365 to replace existing on-premises infrastructures; supporting the rollout of Microsoft 365 for customers of all sizes; technical focus on SharePoint / OneDrive (including data migration); organizational focus on governance, adoption, and process adjustments
  • Microsoft Power Platform: Supporting the development of governance for the Power Platform; building a Center of Excellence; replacing a Lotus Notes tile with a combination of SharePoint, Power Automate, and Azure applications; basic experience with Power Query and Power BI
  • Generative AI: Experience with deploying Copilot Chat and Microsoft 365 Copilot; experience with Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Adobe Firefly, and Midjourney; first contacts with Copilot Agents, Copilot Studio, and Azure AI Services; implementing the requirements of the EU AI Regulation; user coaching to improve efficiency through AI tools
  • Data Protection / Governance / Regulation & Compliance: Expertise in Microsoft Purview (Data Loss Prevention, Insider Risk Management, data classification, protection classes, etc.); developing and implementing deletion and retention policies; designing rollout strategies and subsequent success monitoring; handling critical infrastructure (KRITIS) requirements; meeting the Federal Office for Social Security (BAS) requirements for compliant storage of social data in the cloud; developing, aligning, and rolling out application policies to ensure compliant use across the company (e.g. naming conventions); supporting the creation and negotiation of works agreements in the Microsoft environment
  • Change Management (Adoption): creating communication and awareness; creating and delivering learning content; building and training multipliers; involving those affected through change management; supporting cultural changes and the introduction of New Work

I have gained long-term experience in the following industries:

  • IT
  • Banking / Stock Exchange / Insurance
  • Logistics
  • Retail

My main strengths are my soft skills, combined with my adaptability to different types of people:

  • strong conceptual skills
  • quick understanding of complex relationships
  • highly analytical
  • broad IT technical understanding
  • strong communicator
  • quick to get up to speed on new topics

What can you expect from me? I deliver flawless projects, programs, or technology rollouts as needed, taking into account all conditions, involving all relevant stakeholders, and, above all, carefully considering the affected user groups. I communicate clear expectations, set transparent priorities, and lead by asking unbiased questions. I consider myself extremely flexible and highly committed. My goal is always to ensure that the client is satisfied not only with the outcome but also with the process.

Languages

German
Native

Education

Oct 2009 - Jun 2012

FernUniversität Hagen

Educational Sciences · Hagen, Germany

Oct 1994 - Jun 2000

FernUniversität Hagen

Electrical Engineering · Hagen, Germany

Oct 1980 - Jun 1989

Goethe-Gymnasium Ludwigsburg

High School Diploma · Ludwigsburg, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Bank Clerk (IHK)

Chamber of Industry and Commerce

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