- Establishment of a future O2C standard process in S/4 HANA for a retail customer with a focus on O2C integration and planned handling of the merchandise management system - The existing merchandise management system for trade goods will still be used for all logistics processes and is out of scope. - Requirements definition for interfaces - Process definition and harmonization: Establish company-wide standard processes in S/4 and in O2C process integration for the areas/entities involved (B2C, B2B, B2G) - O2C integration: Definition of the level of integration of third-party systems: - Best possible compliance with legal reporting and documentation obligations - S/4 as the leading system for executing intercompany transactions - Billing flow and invoicing - Price conditions - Rebates - Contracts What should be done for these topics during the Explore phase? - Preparation and facilitation of Fit To Standard workshops (including building a prototype in the sandbox system for the workshops) - Documentation of the results of the Fit To Standard workshops in a BPML up to level 5 - Documentation of gaps/requirements - Process design and documentation of functional concepts (Confluence + Signavio)

- Customizing / parametrization of the core banking system according to business requirements - Maintaining daily operations - Initial and advanced training of internal staff

Typical tasks: - Analyze existing insurance processes and identify digitalization potentials - Gather and document business requirements together with business units - Create solution concepts for digital transformation (including process modeling and cost-benefit analyses) - Act as liaison between business and IT: translate requirements into technical concepts and support implementation - Support project management in planning and implementing new digital solutions (agile methods like Scrum/Kanban) Relevant tools & technologies: BPMN modeling tools (e.g. Visio, Signavio), requirements management (Jira, Confluence), knowledge of common insurance IT systems, MS Office KPIs & metrics: adherence to project milestones and budgets, reduction of process cycle times, increase in customer satisfaction/user acceptance, reduction of manual efforts through automation Challenges: aligning diverse stakeholders in the insurance environment (business units, IT, regulatory), integrating new digital solutions into existing legacy systems, dealing with regulatory requirements and data protection, change management and user adoption Deliverables: comprehensive requirement documents and process models, developed business concepts and user stories for IT implementation, defined implementation roadmap, training materials for updated processes Lessons learned: early involvement of all stakeholders facilitates the implementation of digitalization projects; iterative, agile approaches allow flexible adjustments; deep industry knowledge (products, regulations) is crucial to design viable digital solutions

A company is looking for an experienced expert in P2P / Purchase to Pay / Procure to Pay to merge the IT finance systems of two entities. The goal of the project is to ensure smooth system integration and optimize processes. In this role, the expert will work closely with relevant stakeholders to analyze requirements, develop solutions, and support the implementation. Main tasks: - Analyze the current IT finance systems of both entities - Develop a strategy for system consolidation - Optimize P2P processes - Support implementation and integration - Collaborate with internal teams and external partners - Ensure compliance with finance and regulatory guidelines

For the further development of a complex ServiceNow platform, a developer specialized in the middle layer is sought. The focus is on implementing business logic, integrations, and processing data between the frontend and backend systems. - **Typical responsibilities:** - Designing and developing server-side business logic in ServiceNow using business rules, script includes, and workflows. - Designing, implementing, and maintaining REST- and SOAP-based integrations with third-party systems (e.g., SAP, Jira, HR systems) via IntegrationHub or custom scripts. - Developing and optimizing data flows and transformations within the platform. - Analyzing performance and optimizing server-side scripts and database interactions. - Ensuring platform stability and security through robust, error-resistant coding. - **Relevant technologies, tools, or methods:** - ServiceNow platform: in-depth knowledge of the Glide API (GlideRecord, GlideSystem), server-side scripting (JavaScript ES5). - Integrations: IntegrationHub (spokes), REST/SOAP API Explorer, JSON, XML. - Automation: Flow Designer, Workflow Editor. - Development tools: ServiceNow Studio, VS Code with ServiceNow plugins. - Methodology: Agile (Scrum), use of update sets and application scopes for deployment. - **Typical KPIs or success metrics:** - Transaction response times for critical middle layer processes. - Error rate for API calls and integrations (< 1%). - Success rate of automated workflows. - Code complexity (e.g., measured via SonarQube integration). - Adoption rate of new features enabled by the middle layer. - **Key challenges, risks, or specifics:** - Complexity of dependencies between different ServiceNow modules and external systems. - Ensuring scalability under high transaction volumes. - Debugging asynchronous processes and integrations. - Adhering to ServiceNow best practices to keep the platform upgradeable ("out-of-the-box" vs. customizing). - **Specific deliverables:** - Implemented and tested script includes and business rules. - Fully configured and documented integrations in IntegrationHub. - Technical documentation of developed logic and data flows. - Completed update sets ready for deployment to production. - **Lessons learned/best practices:** - Encapsulate reusable logic in script includes instead of duplicating it across multiple business rules. - Prefer asynchronous business rules for long-running operations to avoid blocking the user experience. - Use Flow Designer over the classic Workflow Editor for new automations.

The client runs the Ad Manager, a self-service portal for business customers to book and manage advertising products on the GMX and WEB.DE email portals. The Ad Manager is already live and serves as the central platform for campaign management in the B2B sector. There is currently a separate B2B portal called the trusted Dialog Manager, whose features are to be merged into the Ad Manager. Project goal The goal is the technical and functional enhancement of the Ad Manager with features from the trusted Dialog Manager. In the first step, a unified login system will be implemented. Building on that, existing trusted Dialog features will be gradually migrated and become centrally available in the Ad Manager. Since the trusted Dialog Manager was not previously a self-service tool, this integration also significantly improves user-friendliness and accessibility. The focus of this call for tenders is especially on frontend development (Angular, CSS, HTML). Scope of services - Unified Login System: Integration of trusted Dialog features into the Ad Manager via a central authentication mechanism. - Domain Overview Page: Development of an overview page with DKIM details, logo/avatar preview, and status information (active, inactive, ready for completion). - Auth Code Creation: Development of a function to generate time-limited authentication codes for tagging test emails. - Overlay Testmail Intro: Development of an overlay as a step-by-step guide for sending test emails. - Software Design: Incorporating current Angular best practices to optimize the codebase in terms of structure, reusability, and maintainability.

A company is looking for a specialist construction manager in electrical engineering and a specialist construction manager in process control (Siemens T3000) for a challenging project. The goal of the project is the technical monitoring and management of the process control interfaces of the existing plant during the integration of the new system, and to ensure quality and contractual compliance during the construction and commissioning phases. The role requires intensive coordination and oversight of interfaces with construction planning due to the size of the project. The construction manager will work closely with process control engineers, planners, experts, and contractors to ensure successful project implementation. Main responsibilities: - Technical monitoring of the process control interfaces of the existing plant during the integration of the new system - Technical management of process control engineers, planners, experts, and contractors - Preparation of specialized and project-phase specific documents - Participation in project meetings and negotiations - Technical management of quality assurance and quality control during the construction and commissioning phases - Advising on process control commissioning - Technical coordination with design engineers on quality monitoring tasks - Monitoring contractual compliance and conducting quality inspections - Participation in safety meetings and implementation of measures to address identified deficiencies

The ProMi Squad (Process Mining) project aims to transparently map the entire order process in the portals area. Relevant data sources from order to activation are combined for this. A holistic view of the end-to-end process makes it possible to identify process deviations and optimization potential. Key milestones of the project are connecting the required data sources, building self-service reports, and implementing automated alerts for process deviations. The challenge lies in the technical and functional integration of heterogeneous systems and data flows to ensure consistent monitoring and control of the ordering process. ⸻ Service Description - Analysis and documentation of requirements in the omnichannel area using requirements management tools and structured elicitation methods - Functional and technical analysis of existing data sources and ETL processes using database tools - Capturing and evaluating existing interfaces between source and target systems based on technical documentation - Consulting on the technical integration of defined data sources into the Celonis environment, taking into account the used tools Celonis EMS, Data Pool, and Data Push API - Creating technical queries and visualizations for process mapping based on the platform features provided (Celonis PQL, Studio) - Using system functions to visualize and analyze existing business processes (via the Celonis Process Explorer) - Functional consulting on technical interfaces, data provisioning, and system prerequisites

A company is looking for an experienced technical project manager in the field of district heating. The aim of the project is to plan and construct district heating pipelines across all HOAI service phases and to take on complex project tasks. The project manager will play a key role in controlling and coordinating projects, working closely with engineering firms, municipalities, authorities and internal stakeholders. The role includes developing and optimizing planning variants to maximize project efficiency and sustainability. In addition, the project manager will continuously improve technical planning guidelines and processes, conduct technical-economic analyses, develop scenarios and create concepts. Another focus is on budget planning for network investments in the heating sector, in close coordination with central controlling, as well as performing network calculations. - Planning and construction of district heating pipelines across all HOAI service phases. - Controlling and coordinating projects in collaboration with engineering firms, municipalities, authorities and internal stakeholders. - Developing and optimizing planning variants to increase efficiency and sustainability. - Supporting the improvement of technical planning guidelines and processes. - Conducting technical-economic analyses and developing scenarios and concepts. - Creating budget plans for network investments in the heating sector. - Performing network calculations.

For a project in the power plant environment, a freelance specialist is urgently needed for the migration and adaptation of the ABB 800xA control system. - Typical tasks in this role:** - Implementation of programming and commissioning with the ABB 800xA process control system. - Migration of existing control system logic to the new system version, including adaptation of controllers and I/O modules. - Creation and adjustment of process graphics, user interfaces and alarm management configurations. - Performing system tests, error analysis and performance optimizations to ensure plant availability and controllability. - Technical support for operational staff during commissioning and ramp-up phases. - Creation and maintenance of technical documentation (functional diagrams, configuration descriptions, test protocols). - Close collaboration with process engineering, electrical engineering and the plant operator. - Relevant technologies, tools or methods:** - Control system: ABB Ability™ System 800xA (including AC 800M controller, Information Management, Batch Control). - Engineering tools: Control Builder M, Process Graphics Migration Tool, Bulk Data Manager. - Fieldbuses: PROFIBUS, Foundation Fieldbus, Modbus. - Virtualization: VMware, Hyper-V for test and development environments. - Databases: Knowledge of SQL for analyzing historical data (e.g., 800xA History). - Familiarity with relevant standards for process and power plant engineering (e.g., IEC 61508, IEC 61511). - Typical KPIs or success metrics:** - Migration speed: Number of migrated system components/functions per week/month. - System availability: Control system uptime after migration > 99.9%. - Commissioning error rate: Number of critical software bugs after go-live < 5. - Test coverage: Percentage of successfully executed and documented test cases > 95%. - Adherence to project schedule: Completion of migration and commissioning by the defined deadline. - Operator acceptance: Positive feedback from operational staff on the new system environment. - Special challenges, risks or specifics:** - Migration during ongoing operation ("brownfield") with minimal downtime. - Ensuring compatibility between old and new system components (hardware/software). - High complexity of process logic in power plants (e.g., boiler control, turbine regulation). - Risk of cybersecurity vulnerabilities in networked control systems (e.g., CVEs for 800xA). - Management of interfaces to third-party systems (e.g., MES, ERP). - Need for intensive and precise collaboration between control technology, process engineering and operations. - Concrete deliverables:** - Migrated and operational control logic on the target system. - Fully tested and customer-approved process graphics and user interfaces. - Acceptance protocols for Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT). - Updated technical plant documentation. - Final migration report with lessons learned. - Trained operational staff.

- IT project manager activities - Interface/bridging role between business area and technology, requiring solid subject matter knowledge.

Design and development of a modern data platform in the Azure Cloud for an e-commerce company. Implementation of scalable data pipelines and a lakehouse architecture. - **Typical tasks:** - Designing and implementing ETL/ELT processes with Azure Data Factory/Databricks. - Building and managing the data infrastructure (Data Lake, Synapse). - Developing data models and ensuring data quality. - Automating deployments using IaC (Terraform). - Performance tuning and coordinating with stakeholders. - **Relevant technologies, tools & methods:** - Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Databricks, Data Lake Storage. - Apache Spark, Delta Lake. - Python (PySpark), SQL. - Terraform, Azure DevOps. - **Typical KPIs & success metrics:** - Data latency, pipeline uptime (>99.9%), query performance, cost efficiency. - **Key challenges & risks:** - High data volumes, GDPR compliance, avoiding data silos. - **Deliverables:** - Production-ready data pipelines, structured data lake/warehouse, IaC scripts, technical documentation.

A company is seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineer to support an industrial/utility project in Narva, Estonia. The role involves acting as the first point of contact for electrical commissioning issues on-site, navigating complex documentation, and resolving design and installation challenges, particularly from third-party packages. The engineer will evaluate faults, propose solutions, and defend the client's position when necessary, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders. - Act as the first point of contact on-site for electrical commissioning issues. - Review and navigate complex documentation related to electrical systems. - Identify and resolve design and installation issues, especially from third-party packages. - Handle MCCs, generic point lists, and interface mismatches. - Evaluate responsibility for faults: - If blame is justified → propose and implement a solution. - If blame is unjustified → defend the client's position. - Represent and communicate problems clearly to relevant stakeholders.

In the context of advancing the reporting and analysis capabilities in Business Continuity Management (BCM), the existing BI landscape is being migrated from Tableau to Microsoft Power BI. The goal is to build a future-proof, scalable data warehouse that provides a consolidated data foundation for company-wide analyses. At the same time, existing reporting functions and automations in the standard software HiScout should be analyzed and adapted to new requirements. - **Consulting**: Advising on the architecture and setup of a data warehouse based on Microsoft technologies (SQL Server, Power BI) - **Migration**: Assisting with the migration of existing reports and dashboards from Tableau to Power BI - **Data Analysis**: Analyzing existing data sources and designing suitable ETL processes - **Automation**: Connecting and automating data sources - **Requirements Analysis**: Conducting requirements analyses and creating technical designs for reporting adjustments in HiScout - **Reporting**: Implementing and testing reporting adjustments in HiScout - **Documentation**: Quality assurance and documentation of the work performed - **Training**: Advising on creating training materials and knowledge transfer to internal teams

We are looking for an experienced consultant for a process and project initiative in the area of Asset P&L (Profit and Loss) at a leading international financial services provider. - Typical areas of responsibility in this role:** - Analyze and document existing end-to-end P&L processes for various asset classes (e.g. equities, fixed income, derivatives). - Identify weaknesses, risks and inefficiencies in data collection, processing and reporting. - Design and conceptualize optimized target processes for P&L calculation and attribution. - Create functional specifications and business requirements for adapting or introducing IT systems (e.g. P&L engines, data warehouses). - Manage the implementation of new processes and tools, including milestone planning, stakeholder management and test coordination. - Develop control mechanisms to ensure data quality and consistency. - Prepare training materials and conduct workshops for business areas (trading, controlling, risk). - Relevant technologies, tools or methods:** - Advanced Analytics: MS Excel (Pivot, Power Query, VBA), SQL. - Business Intelligence: Tableau, Power BI, Qlik. - Project Management: Jira, Confluence, MS Project. - ERP/Finance Systems: SAP FI/CO, Oracle Financials, or industry-specific asset management platforms. - Methods: Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN 2.0), agile project management (Scrum/Kanban). - Typical KPIs or success metrics:** - Reduction in P&L creation time (cycle time): target >25% efficiency improvement. - Decrease in manual correction entries: target >50% reduction through process automation. - Data quality index: increase "first-time-right" rate in data intake to >99%. - Efficiency ratio (cost-to-income): demonstrate a positive contribution to lowering the ratio. - User adoption rate: acceptance of new processes/tools in the business area >80% after 3 months. - Key challenges, risks or specifics:** - Heterogeneous system landscapes and inconsistent data sources (data silos). - High complexity of financial products and valuation models. - Resistance to process changes in business areas (change management). - Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g. IFRS 9, BCBS 239). - Time- and budget-critical implementation during ongoing operations. - Concrete deliverables:** - Milestone 1: Completed as-is analysis and process documentation. - Deliverable 1: Detailed analysis report including risk assessment. - Milestone 2: Finalized target concept and business requirements document. - Deliverable 2: Implementation roadmap and project plan. - Milestone 3: Successful user acceptance test (UAT) of the new process/tool. - Deliverable 3: Acceptance protocols, training materials and project closure report.

A company is seeking support for carrying out the engineering of energy generation and consumption plants and their connection to the transmission and/or distribution grids of network operators in Germany and abroad. The project includes both existing plants and those under development, such as power plants, consumer installations, and hybrid systems like battery installations. The goal is to plan, coordinate, and implement grid connections efficiently. Main tasks: - Managing approval processes for grid connections at the respective voltage level - Preparing technical documents for grid connection requests - Creating grid connection applications, including technical documentation for network operators - Technical engineering for grid connection concepts - Designing extra-high, high, and medium-voltage switchgear and substations - Basic and detailed engineering, including tender documents and specifications - Developing technical standards to implement quality requirements - Control and coordination tasks within project execution - Consulting and coordination for quality assurance measures - Project management in line with technical regulations and project management strategies - Advice on contract management, e.g., grid connection contracts - Coordinating processes and carrying out on-site construction support measures - Developing retrofit concepts for conventional power plants, hydropower plants, and other installations

A leading company in non-destructive testing of metallic materials, metal detection, and magnetics is looking for temporary reinforcement for the IT department. The project's goal is support in infrastructure management, especially in server environment administration, backup solutions, and networks. The administrator will work closely with the existing team and ensure structured documentation of the systems.

A company is looking for an experienced project manager for the approval planning of infrastructure projects. - Management and coordination of the approval planning - Technical support and coordination of all involved service providers (routing, land management, environmental, communications) - Coordination of interfaces between departments and alignment with relevant stakeholders - Preparation of regular project reports and continuous updating of project documentation - Review and approval of deliverables from contracted service providers - Ensuring compliance with legal and technical requirements - Advising on the selection and hiring of specialist planners and experts - Independently creating scope of work documents and evaluating offers

A leading technology company in defense engineering is looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to develop customized system solutions for international key accounts and drive sales in this sector. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in international defense technology sales and is skilled in developing and presenting complex proposals. This position offers the opportunity to work in an innovative environment and make a significant contribution to security and defense. The company is a well-known tech firm specializing in the development and production of innovative power systems for safety-critical applications. With around 800 employees across multiple sites, it designs generators, electric motors, drives, power units, power electronics, and hybrid energy systems for the aerospace, security and defense, and rail industries. The company places great value on tailored solutions and offers comprehensive service concepts for various systems. The project goal is to develop and present customized system solutions for international key accounts in defense engineering and to create complex, tailored proposals that take into account the customers' specific requirements. - Develop and present customized system solutions for international key accounts in defense engineering. - Create complex, tailored proposals that meet the customers' specific requirements. - Monitor markets and competitors to derive targeted sales strategies for key accounts and regions. - Lead the capture team in proposal development and target pricing, and develop competitive strategies. - Clarify technical, organizational, and personnel requirements, and independently lead price and contract negotiations. - Act as the primary contact for the international representative network and coordinate internal resources to optimally support sales activities. - Continuously screen relevant markets and build a high-performing representative network. - Represent the company at international trade shows, professional conferences, and customer events.

A company with around 400 employees is looking for an experienced network administrator to optimize the IT infrastructure and ensure all network components operate efficiently and securely. The project's goal is to take over network administration and replace a recently departed employee. In this role, the network administrator will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and improving network systems.