Martin Waßmann - Smart Manufacturing Consultant, 16 Years

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Hamburg, Germany

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Experience

Jan 2026 - Present

9 months

Smart Manufacturing & Production Improvement Implementation

Food & Process Manufacturing

Identified operational improvement opportunities together with production, engineering and management teams.
Prioritized use cases according to measurable operational value rather than technology availability.
Developed solutions around production performance, OEE, quality, traceability, reporting and process transparency.
Translated operational requirements into required machine data, interfaces, information models and application requirements.
Defined target architectures and integration approaches for heterogeneous brownfield production environments.
Moved prioritized use cases from workshop and concept stages into concrete implementation projects.
Coordinated manufacturing, OT, IT and technology stakeholders during implementation.
Established reusable approaches to scale successful solutions beyond individual machines or pilot areas.

Jan 2026 - Dec 2026

1 year

Industrial Data & Digital Manufacturing Advisory

Global Life Sciences / Healthcare Manufacturer

Advised manufacturing stakeholders on scalable industrial data and Smart Manufacturing architecture.
Assessed heterogeneous production systems and integration requirements across OT and enterprise environments.
Developed architecture concepts around Unified Namespace, standardized interfaces and reusable industrial data services.
Connected operational use cases with required data, architecture and organizational prerequisites.
Facilitated management and technical workshops to align target architecture and implementation priorities.

Jan 2025 - Present

1 year 9 months

Industrial Data & Smart Manufacturing Implementation Program

Swiss Food Manufacturer

Defined and implemented the transition from individual machine connectivity toward a scalable industrial data architecture.
Developed an architecture for approximately 170 existing production assets and additional new machine integrations.
Implemented industrial connectivity based on OPC UA and MQTT with a Unified Namespace-oriented information architecture.
Designed the contextualization of machine and production data based on ISA-95 principles.
Established reusable architecture patterns for machine connectivity, data transport, contextualization and consumption.
Designed and implemented an industrial Edge/Core approach for secure and maintainable on-premise operation.
Worked directly with OT and IT on infrastructure, networking, security, virtualization, access, operations and support requirements.
Transitioned the initiative from pilot architecture into a production-ready and operationally supportable platform.
Enabled implementation of production use cases including OEE, traceability, production reporting and operational analytics.
Developed the rollout approach for further machines, production lines and sites.
Supported implementation teams hands-on during architecture, testing, deployment and operationalization.

Jan 2025 - Dec 2026

2 years

Digital Shopfloor & Work Order Management

Global Tier-1 Automotive Supplier

Defined and developed a shopfloor user interface for digital work order execution and operator interaction.
Enabled operators to access, process and complete production orders digitally directly at the shopfloor.
Designed workflows for production-order confirmation and operational feedback from manufacturing.
Integrated machine-related fault reporting, allowing operators to record and communicate equipment issues directly from the production environment.
Structured user workflows combining work instructions, order status, production feedback and machine-related information in one operational interface.
Translated manufacturing processes and operator requirements into functional application and UX requirements.
Worked closely with production stakeholders to simplify shopfloor processes and replace fragmented or manual workflows with standardized digital execution.
Supported the initiative from process and requirements definition through application design and implementation.

Feb 2024 - Present

2 years 8 months

Hamburg, Germany

Founder & Interim Executive – Smart Manufacturing & IT/OT Transformation

Martin Waßmann (IT-OT Experts)

Developing and driving solutions for business challenges that deliver tangible value for the company
Value-driven approach to avoid the pilot trap! Scaling instead of countless PoCs.
SIRI (TÜV Süd)-based assessment of your Industry 4.0 maturity and scalable digitalization (MES, IIoT)
Innovative, data-driven 4.0 architectures for effective business transformation
Transforming existing ISA-95 & ISA-88 environments (MES, ERP, Cloud) into modern IT/OT architectures (UNS, MQTT) in line with IEC62443
Leading and delivering interim management, Smart Manufacturing and industrial transformation engagements for manufacturing companies across DACH and Europe.
Engagements cover the complete transformation lifecycle – from executive alignment and operational use cases through architecture and business case development to hands-on implementation, operationalization and rollout.

Feb 2024 - Sep 2026

2 years 8 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Interim SVP – Lead Smart Industry

Orange Business Services

Operations and business consulting for Industry 4.0/5.0, focusing on IT/OT integration, go-to-market strategies and strategic partnerships in the DACH region
Data-driven transformation for real-time decision-making (ISA-95 → MES/ERP/IoT → UNS), tailored to industry-specific opportunities and challenges
Innovative digitalization using AI, IoT, cloud and robotics to optimize manufacturing and industrial processes

Jan 2024 - Present

2 years 9 months

Industry 4.0 Maturity & Transformation Programs

Various DACH Manufacturing Companies

Conducted Smart Industry Readiness Index based manufacturing maturity assessments.
Assessed technology, processes and organization across manufacturing environments.
Identified and prioritized concrete Smart Manufacturing opportunities.
Developed transformation programs connecting operational value with technical feasibility.
Supported clients beyond assessment through architecture, implementation planning and execution.

Jun 2022 - Jan 2024

1 year 8 months

Hamburg, Germany

Director Digital Solutions EMEA (Proxy Power of Attorney)

Johnson Controls

Successfully designed and implemented initiatives, including building a dedicated digital team
Grew from “0 to 100” with a 122% performance increase through data-driven qualification (MEDDICC)
Expert in selling digital solutions that sustainably connect business and environmental goals

Sep 2021 - May 2022

9 months

San Francisco, United States

Senior Consultant – Manufacturing Digital Transformation

Parsable

Introduced paperless processes by integrating MES, ERP and IoT data (Parsable Cloud SaaS)
Key account management for top-five customers, driving growth through upselling, cross-selling and new customer acquisition

Jan 2021 - Sep 2021

9 months

Hamburg, Germany

Project Manager Digitalization of the Non-Food Supply Chain

Tchibo

Successfully managed C-level projects for an efficient and transparent supply chain
Implemented digital product development for apparel and hard goods
Took a leading role in organizational development, stakeholder coordination and recruiting

May 2019 - Dec 2020

1 year 8 months

Hamburg, Germany

Digitalization & IoT Engineer – Aircraft Cabin Development

Airbus

Led key agile digital development projects for the connected aircraft cabin and digital services in a cloud SaaS environment
Provided strategic consulting and led various research projects
Served as an interdisciplinary innovation catalyst for technical solutions and manufacturing concepts aimed at full automation

Feb 2017 - Apr 2019

2 years 3 months

Hamburg, Germany

Senior Technical Sales Specialist – IoT & AR (EMEA)

PTC

Designed complex IIoT architectures (ISA-95, KepserverEX, MES, ERP)
Led cross-industry sales initiatives and solution development in the Industry 4.0 environment
Applied AI, AR and PLM in industry and mechanical engineering

May 2013 - Apr 2016

3 years

Hamburg, Germany

Agile Product Lifecycle, Quality and Innovation Expert

AKKA Octogon GmbH on behalf of Airbus

Transformed all work processes and systems (MES, ANDON, QMS, ERP, IIoT)
Mixed Reality & agile methods: Developed an internal cloud SaaS solution for paperless manufacturing; supported the transition from Waterfall to SCRUM
Built a 14-person Industry 4.0 team: Successfully managed the ITSM tender for shopfloor IT solutions in aircraft manufacturing

Jul 2011 - Apr 2013

1 year 10 months

Wolfsburg, Germany

Project, Process & Quality Management Consultant

Tagueri AG on behalf of Volkswagen AG

Advised on change and defect management processes based on Automotive SPICE and CMMI
Implemented processes and tools for Volkswagen AG and its suppliers
Audited the implemented processes at supplier locations

Feb 2011 - Aug 2011

7 months

Hamburg, Germany

Engineering Trainee

Airbus Operations GmbH

Initiated the implementation of an advanced automated management process specifically tailored to budget planning for cabin design
Developed a pioneering budget planning tool as the subject of my thesis

Jan 2011 - Dec 2017

7 years

Founder & CEO – Technology Startup

Self-employed

Built and developed sales in the DACH region for the shopfloor mixed reality application
Successfully acquired new customers and developed strategic partnerships
Built and managed an Augmented / Mixed Reality technology company, including product development, customer acquisition and commercial responsibility.

Jan 2011 - Dec 2016

6 years

Photographer

Self-employed

May 2010 - Jul 2010

3 months

Magdeburg, Germany

Tutor

Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg

Oct 2009 - Mar 2010

6 months

Sindelfingen, Germany

Project Management Internships

Daimler AG

Industry experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Information Technology, Arts and Crafts, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive, and Food and Beverage.

Manufacturing

Information Technology

Arts and Crafts

Aerospace and Defense

Automotive

Food and Beverage

Business area experience

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Experienced in Product Development, Strategy, Sales, Information Technology, Quality Assurance, and Project Management.

Product Development

Strategy

Sales

Information Technology

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Summary

Hi everyone visiting my profile,

Digital transformation is my passion – I am particularly excited about areas such as IoT, IIoT, AI and Augmented Reality, as well as the relatively new field of Unified Namespace (UNS) using MQTT, which enables IT/OT convergence on a large scale and integrates existing system architectures (MES, ERP, ...) into a real-time-capable environment.

From developing smart sales strategies to introducing cutting-edge technologies, I have always focused on connecting technological innovation with business growth.

At the same time, I am also happy to support startups in all areas through my network.

Driving innovation, pushing boundaries and creating sustainable progress – that is my goal.

Let’s get started together!

Skills

Business Analysis
Digital Transformation
Business Case Modeling
Value-Driven

Languages

German

Native

English

Native

French

Intermediate

Spanish

Elementary

Education

Oct 2005 - Jun 2011

Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg

Dipl.-Ing. · Mechanical Engineering | Integrated Product Development (IPE)

Aug 1997 - Jun 2005

Halepaghen Gymnasium

Abitur · General higher education entrance qualification

Certifications & licenses

10 Mistakes Leaders Should Avoid

Certified Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI) Assessor

TÜV SÜD

Cyber Security In Manufacturing

Mbse: Model-Based Systems Engineering

Sales Performance Measurement And Reporting

Six Sigma Foundations

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 19

Experience in Manufacturing 11.5 y

Avg length 2 y

Longest experience 6 y 11 m

Global experience

Countries worked in 2 (Germany, United States)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Smart Manufacturing & Production Improvement Implementation, Industrial Data & Digital Manufacturing Advisory, Industrial Data & Smart Manufacturing Implementation Program

Main industries Manufacturing, Information Technology, Arts and Crafts

Main business areas Product Development, Strategy, Sales

Qualifications

Certifications earned 7

Profile

Member since

July 2025

Last update

September 2026

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Martin is based in Hamburg, Germany.

Martin speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Native), French (Intermediate), Spanish (Elementary).

Martin has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Martin has worked in at least 19 different roles and for 18 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 10 months. Note that Martin may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Martin would be well-suited for roles such as: Smart Manufacturing & Production Improvement Implementation, Industrial Data & Digital Manufacturing Advisory, Industrial Data & Smart Manufacturing Implementation Program.

Martin's most recent position is Smart Manufacturing & Production Improvement Implementation at Food & Process Manufacturing.

In recent years, Martin has worked for Food & Process Manufacturing, Global Life Sciences / Healthcare Manufacturer, Swiss Food Manufacturer, Global Tier-1 Automotive Supplier, and Martin Waßmann (IT-OT Experts).

Martin is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Information Technology, and Arts and Crafts. Martin also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense, Automotive, and Food and Beverage.

Martin is most experienced in business areas like Strategy, Product Development, and Sales. Martin also has some experience in Information Technology, Quality Assurance, and Project Management.

Martin has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Information Technology, and Food and Beverage.

Martin has recently worked in business areas like Strategy, Information Technology, and Operations.

Martin attended Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg for Mechanical Engineering | Integrated Product Development (IPE).

Martin has 7 certificates. Among them, these include: 10 Mistakes Leaders Should Avoid, Certified Scrum Product Owner / Agile Product Development, and Certified Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI) Assessor.

Martin is immediately available for suitable projects.

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