Data Governance Experts in Switzerland
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Vincent V.
Last position:
IT Business Partner & Enterprise Architect at Sulzer
- Established the Enterprise Architecture function from the ground up for Sulzer Group (~13,500 employees, CHF 3.6B revenue)
- Defined the Technical Governance framework, Target Operating Model, and IT PMO foundation now governing architecture decisions and portfolio demand across all divisions.
- Deployed SAP LeanIX as the authoritative application portfolio system of record - catalogued 500 applications group-wide (140 for Chemtech), onboarded business and IT stakeholders, and initiated integration with ServiceNow to embed architecture data into operational workflows.
- Led the divisional & group wide Application Rationalization initiative
- Decommissioned 15% of the 140 applications Chemtech portfolio, delivering CHF 627k in run-rate savings over two years and materially reducing licensing and support exposure.
- Defined and executed the divisional AI Roadmap in partnership with Sales, Legal, and R&D leadership
- Delivered 4 AI solutions into production (including Sales process harmonization and LLM-based IP conflict detection) from a portfolio of 7 prioritized initiatives.
- Built and owned the 3-year IT Strategic Roadmap for Chemtech
- Aligned cloud and technology architecture with divisional business priorities and a CHF 1.5M annual investment envelope.
- Delivered CHF 500k in cost avoidance by challenging and discontinuing funded but low-value initiatives, demonstrated governance discipline and executive influence, with zero implementation spend.
Alexander S.
Last position:
Senior ABAP-OO Developer at Die Schweizerische Post AG
"ZLF – Future Billing Solution"
Cross-module S/4HANA
- Technical consulting and development in the area of S/4 Master Data Governance (MDG-BP)
- Various developments in HR-BP integration, order-to-cash, SAP CAR analytics data modeling, interfaces from and to third-party systems. (native HANA, CDS, RAP, Fiori Elements, OData)
Jürgen M.
Last position:
Global Healthcare IT and Strategy Expert at Deloitte
Executive advisory for healthcare organizations focused on enterprise transformation, healthcare modernization, digital health strategy, AI strategy, enterprise ICT transformation and strategic EHR modernization.
- Advise healthcare organizations in Switzerland, Germany and Belgium on EHR strategy, enterprise transformation, digital health, AI and target operating models.
- Lead EHR platform selection and evaluation as well as RFI/RFP processes; define governance, vendor-assessment and decision methodologies.
- Develop EHR feasibility studies, transformation roadmaps, executive business cases, cost-benefit analyses and value-realization assessments.
- Assess Epic and alternative EHR platforms for strategic fit, operational excellence, AI enablement, interoperability, governance and long-term value.
- Design AI strategy scenarios and governance models and facilitate executive workshops on AI, data governance, operational excellence and future healthcare operating models.
Mandy G.
Last position:
Founder & Principal Consultant at MGH Consulting
- Established an independent consulting practice offering transformation, strategy, AI enablement and operational design to organisations across Switzerland and internationally
- Delivering pro-bono and paid engagements with NGOs, foundations, trusts and SMEs across Switzerland
- Service offering spans governance design, digital transformation, AI tools training and data visualisation
- Building a Swiss-based team with a vision to employ internationally experienced consultants
Reinhold S.
Last position:
Senior Software Developer at Hitachi Energy
- Support and further development of the Leegoo Builder
- Handling ad hoc requests
- Definition of rules/attributes and their rules
- Optimizing and managing SQL queries
Daniela H.
Last position:
Data-Based Transformation & Strategic Business Capability Mapping at CSS Versicherung
- Architected and implemented a Data Value Framework as a decision-making basis for strategic prioritization and determining data-driven value contributions along the corporate value chain, connecting data value with business objectives.
- Designed standardized use cases to assess the maturity levels for quantifying business value and data value.
- Integrated the framework within SAFe structures in Lean Portfolio Management and ARTs to guide strategic investment decisions.
- Developed metrics and evaluation procedures for prioritizing business areas based on quantitative data.
- Redesigned data governance, including the introduction of the data owner role with clearly defined responsibilities and differentiation from the data steward role.
- Derived MVP priorities using gap analyses across key areas and value stream analysis.
Roland A.
Last position:
Project Manager and Senior Business Analyst at Init Services GmbH
- Project management: Implementation of SAP & EBX integration for master and reference data management and led development of AI supported services for data management and privacy-oriented solutions
- Business analysis: Executed in-depth requirement gathering and data analyzes for MDM implementation, supported service integration using REST APIs to enhance service interoperability, led the requirement gathering, analysis, and implementation of agent-based AI services
- Technologies: SAP BP & FICO & MM, Tibco EBX, n8n, custom AI development in Java, Python, RDBMS, cloud
Marcel K.
Last position:
Co-Founder & Owner, Principal Consultant at Ancoma Professional Group GmbH
- Commercialization of professional experience and formation of a consulting services offering for infrastructure, engineering, digitalisation, M&A and supply chain.
- Implementation of an expert network in the field of IT optimisation, IT financial management, benchmarking, rollout management and service validation & testing.
- Execution of project management and interim management mandates in the field of IT & telecommunications for decentralized or international organizations from the IT, industrial, pharmaceutical, finance, utilities, and public sectors.
- Transition manager for cloud access, LAN services and SD WAN rollout in AsiaPac for Siemens (2023 to date).
- Topic lead for Digital Backbone transition for Siemens (2023 to date).
- Project manager for R&D Lab IT move and next generation digital lab workplace rollout in pRED center Basel for Roche Pharma (2023 to 2024, 2025).
- TSA workstream responsible for IT infrastructure M&A carve out and contract separation for Novartis / Sandoz (2023 to 2025).
- Interim lead architect for network and datacentre redesign and transition project for an utility company at Bechtle (2023).
- Project manager for IT infrastructure build out of new engineering facility at ABB (2022 to 2024).
- Consultant process engineering, go to market for IoT services and security incident event monitoring and interim service owner for shopfloor networks and cyber security at Bystronic Group (2021 to date).
- Contract management consultant for software ADM optimization, cloud services and global WAN transformation at Novartis (2020 to 2022).
- Consultant for multi-utility, business development and smart grid services and implementation of a contract management system at EBL (2014 to 2024).
- Rollout manager for SD WAN at SAG Derendinger (2021).
- Interim & project management in global IT category, global SD WAN rollout (600 sites) and network integration (Baxter/Shire), DHC, DNS, server and WiFi consolidation at Takeda Pharma (2015 to 2022).
- Project manager for global SDWAN multi-vendor MSA technical negotiations and consultant for global network transformation and benchmark process (800 sites) at Unilever (2014 to 2021).
- Advisory board member and speaker in SDWAN conference “WAN Summit” at Telegeography (2018 to date).
- Project manager for IT organizational change and white-collar productivity programme, product & material master data governance implementation, M&A PMO for Power Grids spin-off to joint-venture Hitachi-ABB at ABB (2017 to 2020).
- Consultant for multi-domain IT benchmark and RFP preparation for global network and carrier services at Deutsche Bank (2018 to 2020).
- Project manager for rollout management and process design engineering of a global web proxy solution (Zscaler) at Munich Re (2018 to 2020).
- Consultant for development of architecture for cloud access and WAN optimization at Implenia (2018 to 2019).
- Consultant for global business strategy alignment at Swisscom (2019).
- Project manager for global migration from TDM and Cisco IPT to Skype for Business and for datacentre backup to a public cloud at Richemont (2017 to 2019).
- Consultant for telecommunications benchmark at AXA Insurance (2018).
- Interim CEO and workforce management in business engineering, software integration and service validation & testing at BIM (2014 to 2015).
Fatima D.
Last position:
Clinical Data Manager at Consultant – Clinical Data Management & Clinical Operations
- Served as a DM contractor for Mirum Pharmaceuticals between 2025-02-01 and 2026-05-31, leading end-to-end clinical data management activities
- Coordinated a significant networking event for HEMEX (Swiss CRO), fostering connections within the Swiss biotech ecosystem
- Engaged with stakeholders to explore innovative models that simplify execution and reduce operational burdens for clinical trials
John E.
Last position:
Co-Founder / Non-Executive Director at GRP Energy
- Co-founded battery storage business targeting residential, commercial & industrial, and utility markets in Netherlands and UK
- Developed UK and Netherlands market entry strategies based on competitive analysis and regulatory assessment
- Led "Storage as a Service" business model development to complement core hardware distribution business line
- Created comprehensive financial models and investment cases for capital raising initiatives
- Provided board-level strategic guidance and governance oversight
Stefan L.
Last position:
Senior Manager, Project Manager, Auditor and Consultant at Laager Consulting GmbH
Many years of experience in application development, ICT infrastructures, systems management, hardware and software, telecommunications, ICT strategies, business models, database management, data center consolidations, support and call center setup
Since 1999 independent consultant and project manager: ICT strategies and governance, processes, audits, security, infrastructure (including cloud, DevOps and tools), data and output management, organizational restructurings, business project management and consulting in various industries
Generalist with analytical skills, strong communicator at all hierarchy levels, deployable as manager, coach, project manager or consultant
Tobias K.
Last position:
CEO, Interim Manager for Chief Data Officer & Chief Transformation Officer roles at Hyght
- Lead interim roles as Chief Data Officer and Chief Transformation Officer, orchestrating the design and execution of digital, data, and AI transformations within private equity and enterprise organizations
- Design and implement data and digital strategies that align with organizational goals, enhance operational efficiency, and drive innovation across business units
- Develop and implement target operating models (TOMs) to establish and restructure data, AI, and IT organizations, enhancing their alignment with business objectives
- Define and operationalize enterprise data and AI governance frameworks that ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and promote best practices across the organization
- Spearhead transformations for private equity–backed companies, ensuring operational practices align with strategic objectives to foster sustainable growth and deliver value creation
- Formulate and execute comprehensive Value Creation Plans (VCPs) that identify growth opportunities, enhance operational efficiencies, and develop revenue enhancement strategies
Bartosz P.
Last position:
Senior Project Manager, Product Owner at SoftwareONE
- Led a global enterprise-platform upgrade across 60+ countries, coordinating multiple localizations, integrations, and stakeholder groups from multiple locations, including Europe, US and India.
- Product Owner for a delivery team focused on platform usability, performance, and reliability—owning backlog, roadmap, and KPI outcomes.
- Implemented governance and audit-ready processes that made change safer and more predictable, and improved platform compliance with regulatory requirements.
Matteo G.
Last position:
Vice President IT Applications at Comet AG
- Provide global leadership for Comet’s enterprise applications and digital transformation agenda, acting as a strategic partner to the CIO and Executive Committee. Accountable for driving business value, operational excellence, and innovation across the entire enterprise systems landscape.
- Define and execute the global enterprise applications strategy across ERP, CRM, PLM, MES, HR systems (SuccessFactors, SAP HR), and Microsoft 365 (M365), ensuring scalability, security, and alignment with long-term business objectives.
- Partner with executive and regional business leaders to translate strategic objectives into actionable digital initiatives that enhance efficiency, agility, and user experience.
- Drive Agile delivery practices across cross-functional global teams using Jira, Confluence, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Lead a centralized and standardized global application delivery model to ensure governance, efficiency, and consistency across all regions and business units.
- Own vendor management and sourcing strategy, establishing and monitoring KPIs, SLAs, and performance metrics for application reliability, user adoption, and business impact.
- Manage multi-million euro application budgets, optimizing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and value creation.
- Strengthen IT governance, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance in line with GDPR, ISO, and IFRS requirements.
- Enable IT/OT convergence by integrating SAP, MES, PLM, and production systems with enterprise platforms, ensuring secure and interoperable manufacturing and R&D architectures.
- Act as Deputy CIO, contributing to enterprise IT strategy, cybersecurity programs, risk management, and transformation initiatives.
- Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across global IT and business teams.
- Ensure efficient and cost-effective Managed Service Provider (MSP) delivery while maintaining required service levels across all application services.
- Oversee SAP AMS and non-SAP application support teams across internal resources and external MSPs.
- Ensure high service reliability through structured Incident, Change, and Problem Management in coordination with the IT Service Delivery organization.
- Establish and continuously monitor KPIs, SLAs, and application performance dashboards to ensure service quality and business continuity.
- Coordinate L2/L3 escalation paths across internal IT teams, MSPs, and software vendors to ensure rapid issue resolution.
Revealed U.
Last position:
Executive Enterprise Data & Analytics Advisor at A medium-size private bank
- Responsible for defining and implementing an enterprise Data Governance framework with an initial focus on BCBS-239, including Data Catalog tooling and formalized data asset ownership.
- Led the turnaround and delivery of an Enterprise Data Warehouse to support regulatory and management reporting on a robust, integrated data platform with a primary focus on Finance.
- Served as a key contributor to the bank’s Data, Analytics & AI strategy, which was subsequently approved by the management board.
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Statistics of experts using Data Governance
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
24 years
Position duration
3.8 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Project Management, Information Technology, Operations
Top industries
Information Technology, Professional Services, Healthcare
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
92%
Master's degree or higher
75%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
English, German, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Switzerland are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Switzerland using Data Governance
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Data Governance experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (75%)
- Professional Services (63%)
- Healthcare (50%)
- Manufacturing (50%)
- Banking and Finance (44%)
- Telecommunication (38%)
- Pharmaceutical (31%)
- Automotive (25%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Establishing Modern Enterprise Data Governance
Data governance sets the internal standards and policies that control how organizations collect, store, process, and discard information. It ensures operational data remains secure, auditable, and accurate across distributed architectures. Organizations rely on these frameworks to maintain data integrity and eliminate operational silos across modern data stacks.
Core Tooling and Metadata Management Ecosystems
Modern data governance relies on specialized software platforms to track data lineage, automate cataloging, and orchestrate access policies across analytical warehouses and operational data lakes.
- Data catalog platforms such as Collibra, Alation, and Apache Atlas
- Cloud-native governance suites including Microsoft Purview and AWS Glue Data Catalog
- Access management and policy enforcement tools like Immuta and Privacera
- Master data management systems and automated data quality tools like Great Expectations
Regulatory Compliance in the Swiss Market
Operating in Switzerland requires strict alignment with rigorous compliance directives. Organizations in Zurich and Geneva frequently implement robust controls to satisfy the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection alongside international standards such as GDPR. External specialists ensure lineage tracking, data sovereignty, and encryption guidelines meet local banking and healthcare mandates.
Business Signals Demanding External Governance Expertise
Organizations seek independent professionals when data assets grow faster than internal controls can adapt. Common indicators include recurring regulatory audit findings, duplicated customer records across departments, unclear data ownership, and stalled machine learning initiatives caused by poor source-data trust.
Deliverables of Experienced Governance Specialists
Senior professionals translate high-level compliance rules into working operational controls. They define clear operating models, write business glossaries, establish domain stewardship programs, and configure automated data quality scoring directly into enterprise data pipelines.
Hallmarks of Top-Tier Governance Professionals
Exceptional specialists combine deep technical competence with cross-functional communication skills. They understand cloud storage architectures, SQL schemas, and pipeline tooling while collaborating smoothly with risk teams, security leads, and product owners across multilingual Swiss enterprise environments.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around Data Governance.
An independent specialist establishes policies, assigns ownership, and configures automated tools to ensure data is trustworthy, discoverable, and protected. Hiring an expert in data governance ensures that corporate data assets meet legal compliance criteria while remaining accessible to engineering and analytics teams.
While data management covers the technical execution of storing, moving, and querying data, data governance represents the strategic framework of rules, roles, and quality metrics that oversee those operations. It dictates access permissions, semantic definitions, and retention lifecycles rather than building pipelines.
Specialists routinely configure enterprise platforms such as Collibra, Alation, and Microsoft Purview for cataloging and lineage. Strong practitioners of enterprise data governance also implement automated testing frameworks like Great Expectations to monitor quality continuous delivery pipelines.
Projects based in Switzerland must address the revised Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection along with strict FINMA guidelines for financial services. A proficient specialist in data governance designs metadata retention rules, access boundaries, and cross-border transfer protections that satisfy Swiss legal audits.
Yes, policy definition, lineage mapping, and catalog automation are handled smoothly in remote settings. For organizations in Switzerland, hybrid arrangements are common during initial stakeholder discovery sessions, with subsequent technical rollouts delivered remotely across standard collaboration channels.
Look for proven experience across SQL, metadata management frameworks, and enterprise data modeling alongside compliance knowledge. Effective practitioners of data intelligence and governance demonstrate the ability to collaborate with both corporate legal teams and platform engineers.
Success is measured through objective indicators such as reduced duplicate customer records, faster onboarding times for analytical datasets, and zero non-compliance penalties. A mature program for data governance directly increases user trust in reporting dashboards and operational analytics.
English is the standard technical language across enterprise teams in Switzerland, but knowledge of German or French is frequently preferred when establishing stewardship workflows. Seasoned professionals in data governance tailor their documentation and training programs to match local corporate operating cultures.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Switzerland who have used Data Governance in their recent projects is 142 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,134 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Switzerland who have used Data Governance in their recent projects, 92% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 75% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Switzerland who have used Data Governance in their recent projects have 24 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Data Governance in their recent projects are English (100%), German (94%), and Spanish (19%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Data Governance in their recent projects are Information Technology (75%), Professional Services (63%), and Healthcare (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Data Governance in their recent projects are Project Management (100%), Information Technology (94%), and Operations (75%).
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