Ronald M.-Managing Director and Shareholder

Consulting on the development of a cybersecurity and software update management system (CSMS/SUMS) for Pezzolato

• Current-state assessment and definition of measures to establish CSMS and SUMS.
• Coaching stakeholders in developing the management systems.
• Creating templates and documents, including Item Definition and TA-RA, as well as procedures, policies and manuals.
• Reporting to the client.
• Supplier audits for Pezzolato are planned.

Delivery of an internal training program for BOSCH Vietnam

• Agreement on training content and scope.
• Preparation of training materials and exercises to check learning.
• Delivery of the training and facilitated exercises.

Developing a learning portal (Melster Academy) with related video content

• Defining requirements and analyzing target audiences – Identifying learning objectives, audience needs and technical requirements.
• Designing the course structure and learning paths – Building modular content, selecting teaching formats and sequencing the material.
• Producing and editing video content – Planning, filming, editing and quality-checking learning videos.
• Implementing the learning platform – Selecting and setting up a Learning Management System, including user management and tracking.
• Launching and providing ongoing support – Publishing content, onboarding users, setting up support processes, and maintaining and developing the content.

Supplier assessments and potential analyses in cybersecurity

• Assessing cybersecurity processes and risk management, including requirements traceability.
• Conducting a potential analysis in software development and cybersecurity, and assessing process maturity according to Automotive SPICE®.
• Identifying weaknesses and improvement opportunities in cybersecurity operations, and preparing detailed reports and presentations.

Leading a process improvement program for a DC-DC converter for BMW

• Conducting a coaching assessment to determine current process quality.
• Defining and planning process improvement measures with the goal of reaching ASPICE Level 2.
• Planning coaching and content for all processes within the VDA scope.
• Training the people involved on process and customer requirements in line with BMW Group standards.
• Delivering training to prepare for external assessments.

Leading a process improvement program

• Developed a roadmap and a procedure for gradually reaching the planned Level 2.
• Planned coaching and content for all processes within the VDA scope.
• Conducted training to prepare for external assessments.
• Supported rollout planning across several projects.

Performing the role of Software Quality Improvement Leader (SQIL)

• Checked the process improvement program for plausibility and feasibility.
• Reviewed project progress based on samples.
• Regularly reported to the customer's quality assurance team (AUDI).
• Participated in escalation meetings.

Potential analyses of several control unit development projects

• Conducted a total of 5 potential analyses for various control unit development projects.
• Assessed all processes according to the VW Potential Analysis methodology, including cybersecurity aspects.
• Analyzed suppliers' development processes and practices in the control unit environment.
• Prepared detailed assessment reports identifying areas for improvement.
• Developed recommendations for optimizing development processes and cybersecurity measures.

Implementation of a process improvement program in accordance with Automotive SPICE®

• Planned and implemented the process improvement program to achieve the required capability level.
• Conducted GAP analyses, reported findings to management, and identified actions.
• Facilitated customer audits.
• Coached project managers, developers, and architects.
• Planned quality assurance activities.
• Reported on achievement of the quality level to Volkswagen Group Quality Management and project management.
• Conducted assessments to confirm progress.
• Prepared the project team for external assessments by Group Quality Assurance.

Software quality assurance and implementation of an Automotive SPICE® process improvement program

• Planned and implemented the process improvement program to achieve the required capability level.
• Conducted GAP analyses, reported findings to management, and identified actions.
• Facilitated customer audits.
• Coached project managers, lead engineers, and software developers.
• Planned quality assurance activities.
• Facilitated reviews.
• Reported on achievement of the quality level to Quality Management and project management.

IT project management for a web portal

• Prepared a requirements specification to document and align requirements.
• Planned implementation using the Scrum methodology.
• Conducted user tests.
• Facilitated alignment meetings with the client.
• Prepared the data protection concept and reviewed data processing agreements.

IT project management for a web portal

• Prepared a requirements specification to document and align requirements.
• Planned implementation using the Scrum methodology.
• Assessed the impact of project risks on data protection and availability.
• Conducted user tests and alignment meetings with the client.
• Prepared the data protection concept and reviewed data processing agreements.

Safety management for a driver assistance function

• Prepared safety cases for a safety-critical software function, including evidence that safety requirements under ISO 26262 were met.
• Reviewed test reports in detail to ensure safety-related test scenarios were complete and traceable.
• Analyzed and assessed safety requirements for consistency, clarity, and technical feasibility within the development team.

Data protection consulting for medical practices

• Conducted on-site visits to identify data protection risks.
• Prepared data protection and IT security concepts, including risk-based assessment of measures.
• Conducted awareness training for practice staff.
• Defined and monitored technical and organizational measures (TOMs).

Guest lecturer “Introduction to Functional Safety according to ISO 26262” HTW

• Designing the course, including defining learning objectives, structuring the content, and developing a teaching approach for functional safety according to ISO 26262.
• Creating course content focused on theoretical foundations, practical examples, and current challenges in automotive functional safety.
• Delivering the course through lectures, interactive discussions, and case studies to teach the content in a practical way.
• Supervising practical exercises, including guiding students in implementing safety requirements, supporting group work, and answering students’ technical questions.

SUP.1 quality assurance for embedded software

• Preparing quality manuals.
• Conducting self-assessments.
• Planning quality assurance activities.
• Coaching the project manager.
• Regularly reporting on process and product quality.

Functional Safety Support at Volkswagen

• Facilitated and worked on hazard analyses and hazard and risk analyses (HARA).
• Created safety concepts and safety requirements for control units.
• Contributed to a process guideline for functional safety.
• Created Safety Cases to demonstrate safety measures.

Functional Safety Support at Volkswagen

• Facilitated and worked on hazard analyses and hazard and risk analyses.
• Created safety concepts and safety requirements for control units.
• Created and coordinated development interface agreements.
• Monitored the supplier's safety activities, especially SPFM/LFM and FMEDAs.
• Documented Safety Cases to demonstrate safety measures.
• Planned and conducted functional safety assessments.

Process Analysis of In-house Function Development at Porsche

• Assessed the software development processes in the EFS department.
• Planned, conducted, and documented interviews with employees of the EFS department.
• Planned, conducted, and documented interviews with participating departments and managers from neighboring areas along the process chain.
• Coordinated and presented the interview results.
• Developed suggestions and recommendations for improvement.
• Presented and coordinated the interview results within the EFS department.
• Prepared and presented the final report.

Stages@Carmeq

• Transferred an existing process landscape to the Stages tool.
• Agreed on the metamodel for structuring model artifacts and presentations.
• Conducted the tool selection process.
• Prepared the management decision.
• Modeled the process model.
• Prepared the rollout.
• Reviewed the process model against the Automotive SPICE® and ISO 26262 reference models.

Quality Assurance in a Software Development Project

The project aimed to develop and deliver AUTOSAR software components for the functional areas of the anti-theft alarm system, central locking system, and the release and comfort functions for the power windows and sunroof in the BCM PQ26.

• Developed the quality assurance strategy.
• Planned quality assurance measures.
• Coached and tracked quality assurance measures.
• Reported on software quality to Carmeq Quality Management and the Project Manager.

PreCrash Functional Safety Support

• Facilitated and documented the hazard and risk analysis.
• Applied risk management methods to assess and track safety-critical aspects.
• Developed and agreed on the functional and technical safety concept.
• Monitored the supplier’s safety activities.
• Assessed and validated safety measures.
• Prepared the Safety Case.

In-house Function Development: Defining the System Development Process and Software Development Process

• Modeled a system development process in the Stages tool based on a process handbook, taking ISO 26262 into account.
• Modeled a software development process, taking ISO 26262 into account.
• Reviewed the process modeling tool market and selected a suitable tool.
• Supported pilot projects in implementing the new development process.
• Prepared a rollout concept for introducing the new processes.
• Reported regularly to the E-Strategy Committee.

Rollout of SPICE at EEF

• Created the rollout concept for SPICE at EEF.
• Planned the measures for introducing SPICE.
• Presented the rollout concept and plan to management.
• Delivered training and coaching sessions on SPICE implementation.
• Reviewed rollout progress through regular SPICE assessments.
• Regularly reported progress on the implementation to management.

Porsche: Model-Based Software Development (In-House Function Development)

• Analyzed the existing approach to model-based software development.
• Conducted an assessment based on Automotive SPICE®.
• Developed recommendations for process improvement.
• Planned the timeline for implementing improvement measures.
• Reviewed a process handbook for compliance and completeness.
• Created a process instruction for configuration management.
• Reviewed the improvement measures through a reassessment.

Carquest: Creation of a Process Model for Software Development

• Defined process steps and activities for software development.
• Created templates and role definitions.
• Coordinated and published the process model.

Consulting project to improve software processes at an automotive group

• Compared existing approaches with international standards (ISO 15504 - SPICE, ISO 12207 lifecycle).
• Planned and supported an assessment in accordance with SPICE.
• Presented proposals to standardize software processes to management and then implemented them.

Facilitation of the “Knowledge Management” working group as part of the Berlin Senate’s XML Initiative

• Facilitated the “Knowledge Management” working group within the Berlin Senate’s XML Initiative.
• Coordinated discussions on knowledge management strategies and technologies in the public sector.
• Compiled best practices for implementing knowledge management solutions.
• Prepared reports and recommendations to promote XML-based knowledge management systems.

Leading the “Fraunhofer Knowledge Management Portal” project (2000-2002)

• Developed a technical, detailed concept and implemented a Topic-Map engine.
• Developed a portal to present the knowledge base and provide search functionality.
• Developed a component for three-dimensional navigation through the knowledge base.

Supervised several diploma theses (1998-2003)

• Supervised diploma theses in 3D real-time visualization, knowledge management, skill management, and the usability of web applications.
• Supported the methodological and technical implementation of the respective research topics.
• Evaluated and provided feedback on academic papers and presentations.

Quality assurance for the documentation of an operations planning system (public transport)

• Planned and carried out a review of the operations planning system documentation.
• Developed action plans to address identified deficiencies.