Walldorf, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
I enable global enterprises to succeed in large-scale digital transformations by combining deep SAP expertise with strategic enterprise architecture leadership. As Global Head of Enterprise Architecture, I lead the global EA team, collaborating with regional teams of 550+ architects worldwide. My focus areas include transformation roadmaps, innovation strategies (AI, BTP, BDC, sustainability), Clean Core & extensibility, and measurable value realization. Acting as a trusted advisor to C-level executives, I connect business transformation goals with enterprise architecture excellence. With 20+ years of experience across industries, I am recognized for building global practices, leading high-performing teams, and delivering sustainable IT landscapes. In addition, I lecture on Enterprise Architecture & Digital Business Processes, empowering future leaders in digital transformation. Key strengths: Enterprise Architecture | Digital Transformation | SAP RISE | Cloud Strategy | Business AI | Sustainability | CxO Advisory | Global Leadership
𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 – global role owner EA-RISE and owner of SAP’s Enterprise Architecture Framework (EAF); set vision, methods, and governance for all regional EA-RISE architects, ensuring business outcomes through adoption and success planning and KPIs. 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – define cloud transformation roadmaps and target architectures for complex ERP landscapes, driving measurable value realization. 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗺𝗮𝗽 – embed Business AI, Business Data Cloud (BDC), and BTP into enterprise strategies, ensuring sustainable, future-ready business models. 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗲 – champion fit-to-standard, extensibility, and integrated toolchains (Signavio, LeanIX, CALM). 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 – establish KPIs, governance models, and reporting frameworks to steer regional teams and ensure a value-driven Enterprise Architecture approach; ensure compliance and audit requirements.
• Led global teams delivering enterprise architecture strategy, leveraging SAP Signavio & SAP LeanIX to accelerate customer transformations. • Built and mentored high-performing architecture teams, fostering innovation and cross-organizational collaboration.
• Delivered large-scale transformation programs and enterprise architecture for strategic clients globally.
• Teaching Enterprise Architecture, Business Transformation, and Digital Business Processes. • Empowering future professionals to navigate the evolving digital landscape.
Led a team managing SAP and Non-SAP business applications, ensuring GxP and FDA compliance in the life sciences industry. Designed solutions to meet regulatory requirements and optimized operational efficiency while aligning IT initiatives with business goals.
Led a global project team for a corporate SAP rollout, overseeing IT architecture, technical development, and operations across international locations. Ensured SAP implementation aligned with organizational goals, delivering the project on time and within budget.
During my tenure at d.d. synergy, I served as a Junior Consultant and Software Developer, specializing in SAP software development using ABAP. Working within the global air & defense industry, I provided consultancy services with a focus on IT architecture and software development. Responsibilities: • Specialized in SAP software development using ABAP. • Provided consultancy services in IT architecture and software development. • Designed and implemented solutions tailored to the needs of clients in the global air & defense industry.