Data Governance Experts in Switzerland
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Vincent Verdet
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 Scholl
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 Müller
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 Govender Huggenberger
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
Daniela Hengl
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 Arato
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 Koenig
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 Dumicz
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 Edwards
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 Laager
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
Dariusz Kaczmarkiewicz
Last position:
Business System Analyst at Zurich Insurance
Participating in a strategic enterprise project to introduce a centralized customer data platform ("Single Source of Truth") to eliminate redundant data storage and accelerate digital services
Analyzing and documenting business and system requirements for migrating large, heterogeneous data sets (ETL) and for continuous data synchronization between core systems and the new platform
Close collaboration with business units, data engineers and architects to gather and validate requirements, and to ensure data quality, consistency and regulatory compliance
Defining the migration strategy, specifying ETL processes and synchronization mechanisms, and documenting technical interfaces
Developing and executing test cases for migration and synchronization processes, and performing defect analysis to ensure data integrity and system stability
Technologies: SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Azure DevOps, Confluence, UML, RESTful Services, Swagger, Postman
Tobias Künkler
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 Porzezinski
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.
Patryk Socha
Last position:
Test Manager at HIQT GmbH
- Set up a partnership to support UiPath from migrating new clients to the UiPath tool landscape
- RPA testing
Matteo Ganzaroli
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.
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Statistics of experts using Data Governance
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
23 years
Position duration
3.6 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Project Management, Information Technology, Business Intelligence
Top industries
Information Technology, Professional Services, Banking and Finance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
93%
Master's degree or higher
79%
Doctorate
7%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
English, German, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
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Average rates of experts in Switzerland using Data Governance
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Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
Governance scope
Data governance sets the rules for how data is owned, described, shared, and protected. It turns scattered data into something teams can trust for reporting, analytics, operations, and regulated processes. Strong specialists connect policy with day-to-day use, not just documentation.
What experts deliver
- Data ownership and stewardship models
- Data quality rules and issue handling
- Metadata, glossary, and catalog structure
- Access policy, retention, and approval flows
- Lineage and control reporting for audits
These deliverables show up in master data work, lakehouse programs, BI rollouts, and cloud migrations. In Switzerland, they are often important in banking, insurance, healthcare, pharma, and industrial firms that need clear control over sensitive data.
Tools and ecosystem
Data governance work often sits around Collibra, Alation, Informatica, Microsoft Purview, and Apache Atlas. Strong professionals also know how governance fits with data warehouses, ETL pipelines, IAM, and quality tools. The best ones can work across business language and technical detail without losing either side.
When to bring in help
Companies bring in freelance expertise when governance is unclear, data quality keeps breaking reports, or a new platform needs rules before rollout. It is also common during mergers, cloud transitions, and audit preparation. A freelance specialist can move quickly, align stakeholders, and leave behind usable structures.
What strong specialists do
Good specialists define practical policies that teams can follow. They map critical data domains, document data flows, and keep ownership decisions current as systems change. They also know how to push for adoption, because governance fails when it stays in a slide deck.
Collaboration in Switzerland
In Switzerland, many engagements are hybrid. Business workshops may happen on-site, while catalog setup, policy work, and documentation can be done remotely. English is common in international teams, while German or French can help when governance reaches local operations and compliance teams.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around Data Governance.
Data Governance covers the rules and operating model for data ownership, definitions, quality, access, and lifecycle control. It helps companies decide who can change what, how data is described, and how issues are handled. In practice, it connects policy, stewardship, and technical controls.
Data governance is the decision layer: who owns the data, which rules apply, and how exceptions are handled. Data management is the broader execution across storage, integration, and operations, while data quality focuses on accuracy, completeness, and consistency. Good specialists make all three work together.
A strong Data Governance specialist often works with Collibra, Alation, Microsoft Purview, Informatica, or Apache Atlas. They may also connect governance to catalog, lineage, IAM, ETL, and quality tooling. The exact stack depends on whether the company is building a warehouse, lakehouse, or regulated reporting setup.
Beyond data governance, look for metadata design, data modeling, process design, stakeholder management, and a solid grasp of security and compliance needs. Someone who understands business rules and technical systems can turn policy into usable workflows. That mix matters more than narrow tool knowledge alone.
A Data Governance project usually needs someone who has already handled ownership models, glossary work, and policy rollout in real environments. If the project includes multiple business domains, regulated data, or a large tool rollout, senior-level guidance is safer. Smaller tasks like catalog setup may need less depth, but still need practical governance judgment.
Yes, many Data Governance tasks can be done remotely, especially policy drafting, catalog configuration, and documentation. On-site time is most useful for workshops, stakeholder alignment, and sensitive discussions with local teams. In Switzerland, language expectations depend on the region and the company’s internal setup.
Look for clear examples of how data governance was applied, not just described. Strong specialists can explain how they handled ownership, solved conflicting definitions, improved adoption, and kept control processes simple enough for teams to use. Ask for concrete deliverables such as operating models, glossary structures, or lineage decisions.
A Data Governance program often uses a data catalog as one of its main working tools. The catalog stores terms, ownership, lineage, and classification, while governance defines the rules behind them. A good specialist knows how to make both parts support each other instead of treating the catalog as a separate project.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Switzerland who have used Data Governance in their recent projects is 147 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,178 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Switzerland who have used Data Governance in their recent projects, 93% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 79% hold at least a Master's degree, and 7% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Switzerland who have used Data Governance in their recent projects have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.6 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Data Governance in their recent projects are English (100%), German (95%), and French (21%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Data Governance in their recent projects are Information Technology (74%), Professional Services (58%), and Banking and Finance (53%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Data Governance in their recent projects are Project Management (100%), Information Technology (95%), and Business Intelligence (68%).
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