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Global Tech I (GT I), operator of a 400 MW offshore wind farm with approximately 80 employees, approached Multiversum with the following challenge: “We were in the midst of a change process, with a new strategy at its core. Our challenge was to operationalize this strategy within our highly heterogeneous organization.”

“We were looking for a way to transparently communicate our vision, align and strategically direct the company,” GT I entrusted Multiversum GmbH with these words to steer the future direction of the company, engage employees, and make success measurable. The scope of the project was to involve all areas of the company in the transformation process, with the goal of maintaining transparent communication, integrating the knowledge of the entire workforce, and pulling together as a team.

At GT I, Multiversum GmbH recommended the introduction of the “Objective and Key Results” (OKR) method. From a corporate perspective, this is a framework that offers the significant advantage of making difficult-to-quantify strategic objectives measurable, thus providing management with a tool for assessing success. Additionally, from an employee perspective, the method provides transparency regarding the goals to be achieved, which promotes the breakdown of information silos, allows for new thinking, and enhances the sense of teamwork.

A crucial first step in introducing the OKR framework was to tailor it specifically to the customer’s needs. Both management and employees received intensive training in the methodology through interactive training sessions. Thanks to a balanced combination of top-down goals (Midterm Goals) and bottom-up initiatives (Objectives and Key Results), an initial set of OKRs was created in a short amount of time. During the first OKR cycle, Multiversum served as process guardians, significantly contributing to the successful implementation. In the second cycle, the primary responsibility lay with GT I, but Multiversum supported the method’s implementation with targeted guidance at various points along the way.

“Our company has benefited from the clear definition of upcoming tasks. The precise formulation of new goals and the impetus to articulate them accurately and purposefully has not only helped us in achieving our new strategy but also in proactively implementing changes.”

As an energy and emissions-intensive company, Salzgitter AG is particularly in the spotlight of increasing regulatory requirements in the area of sustainability. A focus on the central challenges in the areas of environment, social affairs and governance (ESG), was therefore of crucial importance for the long-term success and future viability of the company, while at the same time taking into account the overall Group strategy.

As a group with a decentralized structure, Salzgitter AG needed to take a holistic approach to sustainability from an entrepreneurial perspective, taking into account existing processes, established competencies and the specific requirements of its multiple business areas. Our mission was to support the internal ESG team in the complex task of coordinating the stakeholders to be included, develop the relevant technical content and the necessary governance structures in order to implement them successfully at the group level.

As the basis for Salzgitter AG’s long-term strategy process, our consultants developed an ESG governance structure hand in hand with our client, which established continuous cooperation within the project consisting of a ESG working group as well as communication channels with risk management and the Executive Board level, among others. Here, Multiversum GmbH was able to make full use of its extensive experience in managing internal company processes.

A successful corporate strategy – especially in the area of sustainability – is always characterized by a clear prioritization of options and deriving ambitious objectives accordingly. Thus, the next step in the project was to carry out a so-called “materiality analysis”, which identified the most important sustainability issues for our client according to the principle of double materiality. To this end, stakeholder groups and function holders were identified and included in the determination of key topics of the strategy through expert interviews and on the basis of an online survey.

Building upon our analysis, the following project steps included a strategic positioning on the topic of sustainability coordinated directly with the responsible Executive Board of SZAG, the conception of strategic fields of action and focus areas as well as the description and supplementation of specific management approaches to key topics, objectives and management approaches. In close cooperation with Investor Relations and Corporate Communications, among others, our consultants finally steered the developed content into a report form structured according to the new ESRS sector standards and a completely revised sustainability section of the Salzgitter AG homepage.

As an energy and emissions-intensive company, Salzgitter AG is particularly in the spotlight of increasing regulatory requirements in the area of sustainability. A focus on the central challenges in the areas of environment, social affairs and governance (ESG), was therefore of crucial importance for the long-term success and future viability of the company, while at the same time taking into account the overall Group strategy.

As a group with a decentralized structure, Salzgitter AG needed to take a holistic approach to sustainability from an entrepreneurial perspective, taking into account existing processes, established competencies and the specific requirements of its multiple business areas. Our mission was to support the internal ESG team in the complex task of coordinating the stakeholders to be included, develop the relevant technical content and the necessary governance structures in order to implement them successfully at the group level.

As the basis for Salzgitter AG’s long-term strategy process, our consultants developed an ESG governance structure hand in hand with our client, which established continuous cooperation within the project consisting of a ESG working group as well as communication channels with risk management and the Executive Board level, among others. Here, Multiversum GmbH was able to make full use of its extensive experience in managing internal company processes.

A successful corporate strategy – especially in the area of sustainability – is always characterized by a clear prioritization of options and deriving ambitious objectives accordingly. Thus, the next step in the project was to carry out a so-called “materiality analysis”, which identified the most important sustainability issues for our client according to the principle of double materiality. To this end, stakeholder groups and function holders were identified and included in the determination of key topics of the strategy through expert interviews and on the basis of an online survey.

Building upon our analysis, the following project steps included a strategic positioning on the topic of sustainability coordinated directly with the responsible Executive Board of SZAG, the conception of strategic fields of action and focus areas as well as the description and supplementation of specific management approaches to key topics, objectives and management approaches. In close cooperation with Investor Relations and Corporate Communications, among others, our consultants finally steered the developed content into a report form structured according to the new ESRS sector standards and a completely revised sustainability section of the Salzgitter AG homepage.

Nordex Energy, a prominent player in the wind turbine manufacturing sector, recognized the necessity to advance its contract management system. Faced with a complex array of contracts that included numerous components, legal entities, and types, the company aimed to enhance oversight and streamline its processes. Previous systems were inadequate for monitoring time-sensitive deadlines and contractual obligations effectively. This lack of centralized insights and automated alerts was identified as a starting point for optimizing contract administration and associated management processes.

In a close collaboration between Multiversum GmbH and Nordex Energy, an innovative contract management solution was developed, leveraging the capabilities of SharePoint, Power BI, and Power Automate. The goal was to establish a central hub for information; thus, we created a specialized SharePoint platform tailored precisely to the needs of Nordex. This platform was equipped with detailed Power BI reports to enhance visibility. Another key element was the implementation of an automated notification system that ensures critical information reaches responsible parties in a timely manner. This approach significantly reduced the risk of delays and bolstered reliability throughout the entire lifecycle of the contracts. As a result, Nordex Energy’s global procurement department was equipped with a state-of-the-art contract management system.

In a goal-oriented partnership, Multiversum GmbH developed a SharePoint-based solution for Nordex Energy. This system serves not only as a secure digital repository but also as a dynamic data source for Power BI, enabling comprehensive analytics to provide deep insights. Through the use of automation technology, we established a system for timely notifications that supports proactive management of contractual milestones and deadlines.

To simplify administration and improve visibility, we enhanced our data with metadata. This provides intuitive visual indicators that facilitate tracking and efficient navigation through contract statuses.

The implementation of the new system was complemented by in-depth interactive training sessions for the procurement team at Nordex Energy. These trainings were designed to fully leverage the potential of the SharePoint solution and equip the employees with the skills necessary to effectively integrate the system into their daily processes.

As an operator of solar parks, EnBW is faced with the challenge of quickly and efficiently recording the lost production caused by redispatch measures by the grid operator or market-related curtailments by the direct marketer in order to assert financial claims.

The aim is to fulfil the legal requirements and at the same time take into account the needs of all stakeholders involved.

For EnBW, Multiversum was able to establish an efficient process for the reliable and timely calculation of redispatch measures and market-related curtailments and to reliably calculate the lost production for various solar parks of the customer.

Special attention was paid to a customized solution for the customer’s requirements for data transmission and the calculation of lost production.

To ensure the high demands on the process and the quality of the calculation results, we worked with our customer to set up a data platform based on Microsoft SharePoint for the fast and efficient exchange of performance data and calculation results.

The customer’s requirements for the result formats were recorded in advance of the failure calculation and implemented precisely in order to achieve maximum added value. With the help of our automated calculation process, we were able to ensure that EnBW could quickly, efficiently and accurately record its lost production and assert its financial claims.

Operators of wind turbines are subject to so-called redispatch measures. Redispatch is an intervention by the grid operator in electricity generation in order to avoid grid bottlenecks and ensure grid stability.

Operators of power plants can be instructed to reduce or increase their feed-in. For the operators, this means that they have to adjust their production flexibly.

The operators are entitled to compensation for the losses incurred. To this end, the operators must prove the lost production to the grid operator.

As a consulting company with many years of experience in the field of renewable energies, we support our customer RWE in the efficient and reliable calculation of the lost production caused by redispatch measures.

A particular focus is on the fulfilment of individual customer requirements with regard to data exchange and output formats. With our customised approach, compensation claims can be asserted faster than before.

In close cooperation with our customer RWE, we have established a customised process that ensures efficient and secure data exchange of production and calculation data based on Microsoft SharePoint.

By using automated calculation solutions, we ensure that the lost production is available to our customer in the shortest possible time and in the highest quality. In doing so, we take into account the requirements of the customer and the network operator in order to ensure that compensation claims are asserted quickly and to minimise revenue losses.

Operators of wind power plants are subject to redispatch measures, in which grid operators intervene in electricity production in a targeted manner to ensure grid stability and security of supply.

Plant operators must flexibly adjust their feed-in, either reducing or increasing it, depending on grid requirements. Compensation is paid for lost revenue, which is documented by providing the grid operator with precise proof of the lost production.

As part of our collaboration with Global Tech I, we offer customised solutions for calculating the lost production caused by redispatch measures as experts in the field of wind energy. We rely on close, transparent cooperation in order to optimise data exchange and tailor the output formats precisely to the needs of our customers.

This partnership-based approach enables us to realise compensation claims much faster and significantly increase the efficiency of the processes, resulting in sustainable added value for Global Tech I.

In collaboration with our customer Global Tech I, we have developed a customised process that efficiently optimises the exchange of production and calculation data on lost production. This solution utilises Microsoft SharePoint integration and automated calculation mechanisms to provide the required data quickly and accurately.

Through continuous dialogue with Global Tech I and close coordination with the company’s specific requirements, we ensure that both the network operator’s and Global Tech I’s needs are optimally taken into account. This trusting partnership enables us to assert compensation claims quickly and reliably, which not only increases earnings but also significantly improves the efficiency of the entire process chain.

We also guarantee maximum security and trust through transparent and traceable data processing. With this close collaboration, we are setting new standards in the wind energy industry and helping Global Tech I to achieve sustainable success in a dynamic market environment.

Operators of wind power plants are subject to redispatch measures in which grid operators intervene in electricity generation to avoid grid bottlenecks. Plant operators can be instructed to flexibly reduce or increase their feed-in.

Compensation is paid to the grid operator for lost revenue, which is documented by reporting the lost production. This places high demands on the flexibility and documentation of the operators.

As wind energy experts, we support WestfalenWIND in efficiently calculating the lost production for onshore turbines resulting from redispatch measures. Our many years of experience enable customised solutions that meet specific requirements for data exchange and output formats.

Through optimised processes, we ensure that compensation claims are fully documented and asserted faster than before. This approach increases the flexibility and cost-effectiveness of operators and reduces the administrative burden.

With our many years of experience in the wind energy sector, we understand the complex requirements that redispatch measures place on operators. Working closely with our client WestfalenWIND, we have developed a customised process based on Microsoft SharePoint that ensures the secure, efficient exchange of production and calculation data.

Our approach is consistently orientated towards the individual needs of our customers: By using automated calculation solutions, we ensure that the breakdown work is available quickly and in the highest quality. We take into account the specific requirements of both the customer and the grid operator in order to facilitate the rapid assertion of compensation claims and maximise earnings. In this way, we create real added value for WestfalenWIND through flexible and precise process design.

At an international logistics company, the growing IT landscape of the national subsidiaries led to complex and inefficient processes.

Different filing systems and working methods made standardised control at the head office difficult. The challenge was to analyse and harmonise these heterogeneous structures and make the processes more efficient.

Together with the employees, we conducted a training workshop to develop a deep understanding of the existing processes.

Through a structured analysis of the current situation, we identified manual, time-consuming activities and interface problems. In interactive sessions, we developed optimisation potential and showed how digital tools can simplify and accelerate processes.

In the workshop, manual work steps were specifically replaced by digital solutions and redundant filing systems were consolidated.

This enabled a consistent and transparent process chain across the national companies. The  harmonisation led to significantly shorter processing times and a uniform data structure. Employees were  also sensitised to the new digital working methods, which increased acceptance of the changes.

Overall, we achieved a significant increase in efficiency, which is reflected in both faster processes and  improved data quality.