Dirk B.-Senior Consultant
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Experience
Sabbatical
Senior Consultant
Beiersdorf Shared Services (via phat consulting GmbH)
- MSI and MSIX packaging of standard and industry-specific software for MS Intune and Microsoft Configuration Manager
- Development of various release updates for different subsidiaries
- Development of a standard transform for MSI installations to automatically write inventory keys via CustomAction
- Development of SCCM InstallationScheduler and various customer-specific scripts
- Development of an automated company-wide Windows update routine from Windows 8 to Windows 8.1 in the global corporate network (30.000 clients)
- Multi-device support and multi-language support
- Reinstallation of drivers and software
- Third-level support and contact person for technical problems
Senior Packager
Dataport (via ComputaCenter)
- Software distribution and integration
- Software packaging using WISE Package Studio 5.6 and 7.0 SP3 for Windows XP, and since October 2007 also Vista and Windows 7
- Validation using Orca and InstEdit, package deconflicting, Custom Actions, Transforms, Patches
- Package creation for the Office 2007 rollout, control files (XML), admin tool (MSP)
- Creation of scripts to read MSI packages for software distribution and to automatically create SMS files
- Automated resource copying using VBScript and robocopy
- Handling UAC issues, VirtualStore, compatibility modes and ShimDatabases (ACT)
Senior Consultant
Deutscher Ring (via ComputaCenter)
- Takeover and administration of a software distribution system based on Novadigm Enterprise Desktop Manager 4.3.0 in connection with Active Directory Services
- Troubleshooting, maintenance and third-level support
- Packaging of industry-specific software (EDM proprietary)
- Creation of a contingency scenario and master packaging of resources (WISE Installation System 9.0)
- Creation of scripts for automated installation on field service computers
- Assumption of responsibility for the entire software distribution and packaging process
- Design of a redesign for the existing software distribution and migration to Novadigm Radia, including repackaging and conflict analysis of the software catalog based on MSI (WISE Package Studio 5.0, InstallShield AdminStudio 6.5, Radia Advanced Packager)
- Development of various tools for managing software distribution in VBScript, Batch and Perl
- Automated removal and addition of computers within an Active Directory structure
- Script-based dynamic creation of web forms for selection-based file copying
- Automatic file synchronization between clients and remote servers via ISDN/DSL
- LDAP evaluation of assigned software
- Participation in the client design for a hardware rollout of 2500 notebooks, including the development of a security concept (local NTFS permissions, domain policies), development of a script-based routine for unattended XP setups (Sysprep), slipstreaming of service packs and hotfixes, creation of answer files and configuration of applications for automatic installation
Senior Consultant
Deutscher Herold / Bonndata
- Creation of various tools to automate evaluation and work processes
- Software packaging using WinInstall 6.0
- Migration planning for an update to WinInstall 7.5
- Software packaging for Microsoft Windows Installer and comparison of various packaging tools (WinInstall 7.5, Zenworks, Wise Package Studio 3.2, InstallShield AdminStudio)
- Packaging of standard and industry-specific software packages and customization using Transforms
Consultant
Landesbank Baden-Württemberg
- Monitoring current package releases for possible conflicts with existing software using Wise Package Studio
- Technician coordination and contact for production-related topics
Consultant
Ex SuedWest LB
- Administration and management of a client/server network across distributed locations
- Software distribution and integration via SMS
- Packaging and technical support of industry-specific and standard software
- Responsible for the administration and maintenance of the SMS site installed at five locations
- Third-level support, SMS troubleshooting, integration of new applications, error correction, and consolidation of software versions at the locations
- Assisted in creating a client design for a hardware rollout of 10.000 clients (Windows NT)
Consultant
Daimler-Benz
- Assisted with the DaimlerChrysler IT integration, focusing on setting up the central UHD for employees in Detroit and Stuttgart
Consultant
Daimler-Benz
- Technical support for several parallel projects for currency conversion
- Technician coordination and technician support
- On-site troubleshooting and contact for user support
Consultant
Daimler-Benz
- Took over an SMS site under development, including client integration manually or via logon script
- Collected data from the computer inventory (Crystal Reports) and created queries and groups for package installations
- Developed package installations on request and carried out software audits
- Remote control of clients via LAN/WAN
- Assisted with the company-wide conversion of terminal emulations (Rumba, SAP R/2) to SAP R/3
- Developed an operating concept and configured a site server as PDC/BDC under NT 4.0 SP3 with MS SQL 6.5 SP2 and SMS 1.2 SP2
- Configured and managed SAP file and print servers under NT 4.0 via SMS
- Developed frontend master installations with Archivlink via file server for various SAP R/3 release changes
- Installation without SAPLpd as a local printer interface between Oracle/UNIX and NT or DOS/Windows for Workgroups
- Provided SAP online help as an HLP file and, from version 3.1H, as HTML via the intranet
- Updated IXOS-Archivlink on the client side and installed it via email
- Took over the technical leadership of the project team and supported the SAP hotline with technical issues across the company
Industry experience
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Experienced in Information Technology, Insurance, Banking and Finance, and Automotive.
Business area experience
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Experienced in Information Technology, Customer Service, Project Management, and Operations.
Summary
I was responsible for the design, administration and further development of complex SAP, client/server and software distribution infrastructures in national and international corporate environments.
I developed and standardized software packaging and distribution processes based on MSI/MSIX, WISE, InstallShield, Microsoft SMS/SCCM/MECM, Intune and Novadigm EDM/Radia, and automated their processes through scripting and custom tools.
I supported company-wide migrations and rollouts, including SAP R/3 implementations, Windows migrations and hardware rollouts with up to 30.000 clients, ensuring a consistent, multilingual and cross-device client environment.
I took on technical project and operational responsibility, coordinated technicians, developed contingency, security and operational concepts, and ensured the stability of production-critical environments through third-level support and troubleshooting. I served as the central technical contact for complex infrastructure, packaging, client and software distribution topics, combining strategic planning with operational implementation and sustainable automation.
Skills
Server Operating Systems
- Microsoft Windows Server, Good Knowledge, 3 Years +
Client Operating Systems
- Microsoft Windows 11, Very Good Knowledge, 4 Years +
- Microsoft Windows 10, Very Good Knowledge, 5 Years +
Server Applications
- Microsoft Mecm 2025, 2022, Very Good Knowledge, 5 Years +
- Hp Novadigm Radia Management Server, Good Knowledge
Directory Services
- Microsoft Intune, Very Good Knowledge, 3 Years +
- Microsoft Active Directory, Very Good Knowledge, 5 Years +
Scripting Languages
- Visual Basic Script (Vbs), Very Good Knowledge
- Batch Programming, Very Good Knowledge
- Powershell Psadt, Good Knowledge, 3 Years +
Software Scripting
- Flexera Adminstudio, Very Good Knowledge, 5 Years +
- Radia Packager, Very Good Knowledge
- Radia Advanced Packager, Very Good Knowledge
Systems Management
- Microsoft Sccm / Mecm, Very Good Knowledge, 5 Years +
- System Center Virtual Machine Manager, Good Knowledge
- Microsoft Operations Manager, Very Good Knowledge
- Microfocus Servicemanager, Good Knowledge, 5 Years +
Project Management
- General Project Management Methods, Good Knowledge
It Best Practices
- It Infrastructure Library (Itil), Good Knowledge
- Harmonization And Standardization Of It Infrastructures And Operational Processes, Good Knowledge
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Dirk is based in Grasleben, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Dirk speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).
Dirk has at least 29 years of experience. During this time, Dirk has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 11 months. Note that Dirk may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Dirk would be well-suited for roles such as: Sabbatical, Senior Consultant, Senior Packager.
Dirk's most recent position is Sabbatical.
In recent years, Dirk has worked for Beiersdorf Shared Services (via phat consulting GmbH).
Dirk is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Insurance, and Banking and Finance. Dirk also has some experience in Automotive.
Dirk is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Project Management, and Customer Service. Dirk also has some experience in Operations.
Dirk has recently worked in industries like Information Technology.
Dirk has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology.
Dirk is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.
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