managetopia


Top priority lies with delivering measurable and tangible value added services to our clients. Each investment is treated as a commitment guaranteeing long-term sustainable value for our clients, combining outstanding services with emerging technology.


Management


managetopia GmbH, a Limited Liability Company was founded in 2010 by Ralf Pirzkall and Gunter Sichert.
Both managing directors acquired long standing business intelligence/analytics and strategic project management experience with The Boston Consulting Group (BCG).

Ralf Pirkall

Ralf Pirzkall

CTO

Ralf is managing partner of managetopia and ultimately responsible for technology, sales and marketing. For our clients he works in an active role as a consultant and project leader. With Ralf’s wealth of experience over the years he has developed and deployed countless projects for different industries worldwide. He is a certified expert in software engineering and project management.

Gunter Sichert

Gunter Sichert

CFO

Gunter is managing partner of managetopia and ultimately responsible for finance, strategic planning and business development. Gunter is a certified expert in the areas of process optimization, complex data analysis, simulations as well as standardized and customized BI solutions. He offers clients conceptual and technical support in process optimization and change management processes.

Milestones

Our roots lie in Strategic Project Management. Over the past 2 decades we have learned that delivering smart solutions is a key factor for our continued successful relationship with our clients. As a result the development and integration of digital solutions along with cutting-edge technology provides the foundation of our portfolio.
APRIL 2004
managetopia founded by Ralf Pirzkall.
3 Employees
MARCH 2010
managetopia established as a Limited Liability Company by Ralf Pirzkall and Gunter Sichert.
5 Employees
JUNE 2010
New software development center opened in Freigericht. Successful completion of 150 projects.
7 Employees
JULY 2010
Achieved Microsoft Silver Certified Partner status.
2012
Expansion: second branch opens in Dusseldorf. Successful completion of 300 projects.
10 Employees
2014
Relocation of headquarters from Freigericht to new software development center in Aschaffenburg.
2015
Over 500 projects completed and deployed.
12 Employees
2016
Systematic reinforcement of the Data Analytics team in both corporate offices in Dusseldorf and Aschaffenburg.
15 Employees
2017
Corporate redesign.
July 2018
Unveiling of new office space in Aschaffenburg to sustain continued growth.
18 Employees
August 2018
Corporate website relaunch.
June 2019
Awarded Microsoft Silver Data Platform and Silver Data Analytics Partner status.
October 2019
Unveiling of new office in Dusseldorf to accommodate growth of team.

    Workflow

    Our first course of action is to analyze the current situation and identify and discuss the underlying problem. Next, a list is compiled with alternative solutions and together we will decide which solution will best meet the client’s needs, factoring in external aspects.
    This way effective deliverables and long-term client satisfaction is guaranteed.
    Request for Proposal

    RFP
    (REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL)


    Initiate documentation and assessment of the issue in a workshop held over several days. Draft of project scope, outlining the first implementation phases. Draft of preliminary proposal.
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    Process Analysis

    PROCESS
    ANALYSIS


    Identify specific weaknesses in business procedures and processes utilizing filters and defining automated workflows, outlining potential improvements in close consultation with the client. Workflow Documentation illustrating the functional spectrum of the forthcoming digital process.
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    Specification

    SPECIFICATION


    Draft and preparation of the functional specification based on specifications delivered by the client.
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    Design and Development

    DESIGN AND
    DEVELOPMENT


    Iterative – Agile in-house development using rapid prototyping or integration and adaption of a standard software package.
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    Testing and Deployment

    TESTING AND
    DEPLOYMENT


    Development of a test environment. Step by step implementation and testing of the application. Execution of various predefined test scenarios.
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    Training and Support

    TRAINING
    AND SUPPORT


    Training session for Power Users (Administrators) and end users conducted, ensuring users are capable of handling the system independently.

    Corporate Brochure

    Full details about our philosophy, approach, information about
    key business cases, insights into our portfolio and key skillsets
    applied are all listed in our brochure. Happy Reading!


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    BCG has been working with managetopia for multiple years. We are always impressed with the flexibility and ability to integrate into our teams. The broad spectrum of technologies used and the ability to find pragmatic solutions clearly stand out.
    Dr. Stephan Thiel - THE BOSTON CONSULTING GROUP

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