Partner Archiv - ACENT AG

Martin Nusswald

carola.jacobs — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:09:37 +0000

Dr Nusswald has over 30 years’ experience in IT. Following 10 years in international SAP consulting with leading IT service providers, he successfully managed and made a lasting impact on IT as CIO at global corporations. Throughout his career, he has worked as a consultant and project manager, as well as a CIO, in the mechanical engineering, automotive and logistics sectors. His expertise and excellent communication skills quickly make him a valued business partner at all levels.

His key achievements include several global SAP roll-out projects and the restructuring of international IT organisations. This includes setting up a Global Delivery Centre in India and redesigning business/IT integration. In his most recent CIO role, he transformed the IT infrastructure for over 300 sites with 16,000 users to a cloud-based operation and significantly improved cyber security.

Today, Dr Nusswald focuses on advising companies on defining and implementing a forward-looking, tailor-made digitalisation/IT strategy, on the implementation of complex IT projects, and on the optimisation of international IT organisations. His focus is always on cost efficiency and performance.

Der Beitrag Martin Nusswald erschien zuerst auf ACENT AG.

Hartmut Kremer

carola.jacobs — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:47:52 +0000

Hartmut Kremer has over 20 years of experience as an interim executive and management consultant (40+ mandates) in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Asia. He has been responsible for global programmes with over 100 participants, built organisations and in-house consultancies (50+ teams) and ensures reliable implementation.

His focus areas are AI strategy & GenAI/LLM, digital and operating model transformation, platform/service development (IoT/SaaS), automation and agile scaling.

At ACENT, he drives AI, digital transformation and new business models, products and services – from use case portfolio and governance to delivery in cross-functional teams. The goal: measurable business impact, clear priorities and scalable structures.

Der Beitrag Hartmut Kremer erschien zuerst auf ACENT AG.

Ralf Reich

carola.jacobs — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 14:47:24 +0000

With over 37 years of experience in the IT industry and more than 26 years in senior management positions at international IT providers, Ralf Reich has exceptionally broad and in-depth expertise. IBM, HP and Unisys, as well as other global service providers such as Wipro, Mindtree and SoftServe, are among the defining stages of his professional career. His many years of experience on the provider side have given him a deep understanding of international delivery models, IT services and the development of high-performance organisations.

His strengths and areas of focus lie in provider management, the strategic alignment of IT services and the management of complex customer projects, including contract negotiations. One of his particular successes was the establishment of a national organisation for Wipro. Ralf Reich not only brings cross-industry experience and strong IT services expertise to the table, but also stands out for his strong customer focus, empathy and reliability.

At ACENT, Ralf Reich is partner and consultant for provider management and the further development of IT service models. His focus is on practical consulting, sustainable solutions and long-term customer relationships.

Der Beitrag Ralf Reich erschien zuerst auf ACENT AG.

Rainer Janssen

kLMFat — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 09:58:38 +0000

Rainer Janßen started his professional career at the IBM research and development centre in Heidelberg. There, he initially focused on scientific computing projects and established the Institut für Supercomputing und angewandte Mathematik (Institute of Supercomputing and Applied Mathematics). A few years later, he was promoted to Director of the European Networking Center. Following this, he moved to the user side, taking charge of global IT at Munich Re as a CIO. In this post, he played a major role on the German CIO scene. For this, Computerwoche magazine and CIO Magazin voted him “CIO of the Year” in 2008.

As Senior Advisor, he actively accompanies the development of ACENT, supports us with his extensive network and assists us in our projects with his wealth of experience.

Der Beitrag Rainer Janssen erschien zuerst auf ACENT AG.

Svea Langen

carola.jacobs — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:38:11 +0000

Svea Langen has experience in project and process management with a focus on e-commerce and mobility. Her range of activities includes the development of Lean Six Sigma training concepts, collaboration on exploratory process mining projects, and support for strategic IT project planning. In addition, she worked in the PMO for group-wide reporting of digitisation activities at one of Germany’s largest mobility companies.

Der Beitrag Svea Langen erschien zuerst auf ACENT AG.

Elmar Seestädt

carola.jacobs — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 12:26:13 +0000

As a consultant for digital and agile transformation, Elmar Seestädt has worked for many years with top executives in companies across a wide range of industries. He gained his deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities of digitalisation both at top management consultancies such as Accenture and as Chief Digital Officer of Bank Deutsches Kraftfahrzeuggewerbe and in the management of Jungheinrich Digital Solutions. As a freelance lecturer at the Hamburg School for Business Administration (HSBA), he has turned his profession into a hobby by taking on module responsibility for ‘Agile Working’ within the Master’s programme in Digital Transformation & Sustainability.

As a Principal at ACENT, Elmar Seestädt drives forward the topics of business agility, agile transformation and digital value creation.

Der Beitrag Elmar Seestädt erschien zuerst auf ACENT AG.

Consuela Utsch

carola.jacobs — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 12:22:16 +0000

Dr Consuela Utsch is a consultant and founder, as well as long-standing managing director, of ACUROC Solutions GmbH. For over 25 years, she has been supporting international companies in implementing change processes with a focus on measurability, risk management and sustainability.
As a programme and project manager and expert in mind and cultural change, she pursues a pragmatic consulting approach. Her claim: transformations are successful when those affected permanently anchor new structures and working methods in practice. Her work has been recognised several times as Top Consultant and with FOCUS Business Awards.
Her areas of expertise include digital transformation, dynamic organisational structures, programme and project management, and resilient human resource management. The scientific basis for her work is her doctorate from the University of Hamburg.
At ACENT, her focus is on the sustainable implementation of digital transformation strategies and the integration of technology, organisation, culture and skills in business practice.

Der Beitrag Consuela Utsch erschien zuerst auf ACENT AG.

Claudia Frohnhoff

carola.jacobs — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 08:35:35 +0000

Claudia Frohnhoff has more than 20 years of experience in information technology in service and consulting companies. She has held various management positions with a focus on both commercial and technical aspects. She has taken on management tasks in both corporate development and project management.

Her technical focus is on the processes and associated management systems of information security and business continuity planning/BCM. At a previous company, Ms Frohnhoff was responsible for developing a service and product portfolio in the area of digitalisation and cyber security.

Today, Ms Frohnhoff focuses on advising companies on the implementation of digital transformation strategies. A key focus is on the necessary concepts for information security and BCM. One of her strengths is the holistic analysis of processes and data from both an external and internal perspective.

Der Beitrag Claudia Frohnhoff erschien zuerst auf ACENT AG.

Andrea Schmitz

carola.jacobs — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:13:44 +0000

Andrea Schmitz has more than 25 years of management experience, initially spending 12 years in her own continuously growing company in the construction industry, and later in management roles in international IT consultancies.

Since moving into consulting, she has focused on digital transformation and has managed complex IT projects and programmes in various industries. With her holistic approach, she ensures a clear strategy and a coordinated concept that takes into account not only technology but also processes, culture and organisation.

As an aerospace engineer, she has a deep understanding of the needs of technology-driven companies, particularly in the aerospace and defence industries. Business requirements in this highly regulated industry are reliably translated into IT. From target vision development to change leadership to implementation, she connects business with IT and people.

Andrea Schmitz is also a business coach for executives, a certified supervisory board member and a passionate workshop facilitator. She teaches communication and soft skills for engineers at Munich University of Applied Sciences.

Der Beitrag Andrea Schmitz erschien zuerst auf ACENT AG.

Kai Elwert

carola.jacobs — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:01:53 +0000

Kai Elwert is an internationally experienced IT executive with more than 25 years of experience at the global energy company BP. He has extensive knowledge in leading large teams and IT organisations, as well as managing complex projects and portfolios with a global scope. His focus is on the introduction of and responsibility for infrastructure services, as well as topics such as outsourcing and cloud transformation.

At ACENT, Kai Elwert is a Principal, focusing on larger projects in the areas of digital transformation, interim management and enterprise architecture with a focus on infrastructure.

Der Beitrag Kai Elwert erschien zuerst auf ACENT AG.

Christoph Heiss

carola.jacobs — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:10:14 +0000

Christoph Heiss drives IT and ERP transformations with a clear focus on measurable business outcomes.
For over 25 years, he has designed structures, processes, and systems that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and unlock new growth opportunities—enabled by strong governance, digital innovation, and sustainable business impact.

As CIO in international industrial and technology companies, he led global IT organizations of up to 200 employees with budgets exceeding €50 million. He combines deep technical expertise with solid business acumen, consistently aligning IT and process landscapes with tangible value creation.

His track record includes significant efficiency gains through process harmonization, the implementation of modern digital and cloud architectures, and recognition with the EFQM “Recognized for Excellence – 5 Stars” award for successful strategy execution. His industry expertise spans manufacturing, consumer goods, and mechanical engineering.

As a Principal at ACENT, Christoph Heiss takes on mandates as Interim CIO and program lead in transformation and crisis scenarios. His focus is on stabilizing critical projects, developing digital strategies, and building future-ready IT structures that foster innovation, reduce costs, and secure sustainable business results.

Der Beitrag Christoph Heiss erschien zuerst auf ACENT AG.

Andreas Constantin Acra

carola.jacobs — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:39:50 +0000

With over 26 years of experience in operational management at well-known companies, Andreas Constantin Acra has led complex transformation and digitalisation projects in a wide range of industries, particularly in the areas of IT, business operations, strategic corporate management and operational excellence. In senior positions – most recently as COO, managing director, CIO and consultant in top management – he has worked for renowned organisations such as Colosseum Dental, Roche Pharma AG, Essen University Hospital, ZF and numerous medium-sized companies and corporations in various industries.

His work focuses on the development and implementation of IT projects within the framework of growth strategies, digitalisation and the establishment of high-performance IT organisations, as well as the successful management of global reorganisation and integration projects. He builds bridges between business units and IT, and his expertise includes IT in highly regulated industries, the digitalisation of business processes, the implementation of large-scale IT projects and the management of extensive change and integration programmes. Mr. Acra’s greatest successes include the establishment and management of IT organisations, the implementation of significant operational cost savings as part of reorganisations, successful post-merger integrations, and digital offensives, including AI and SAP implementations at European market leaders.

Today, Mr. Acra supports companies as an experienced manager, interim manager and project manager in designing IT in a hands-on and pragmatic manner as part of change processes, operationalising growth targets and establishing future-proof structures – with a focus on sustainable efficiency and innovation.

Der Beitrag Andreas Constantin Acra erschien zuerst auf ACENT AG.