IBM FileNet Experts in Germany
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Norbert Gunia
Last position:
Support for implementing the Pimcore CMS as well as support assistance and partner management at Akademisch Arbeitsgemeinschaft GmbH
- Support for implementing the Pimcore CMS, support assistance, and partner management for the existing application landscape.
- Know-how transfer to the existing application landscape.
- Advising stakeholders on the new implementation.
- Support in data modeling for Pimcore.
- Designing and overseeing data migrations from Salesforce to Pimcore using ESB.
- Creating user stories.
- 3rd level support for business-critical processes.
- Technologies: Salesforce Marketing, Sales, and Service Cloud; Talend ESB; Pimcore; Shopware; ERP system Move; DB2; MySQL; MS Office; MS Visio; Jira; Confluence.
Hartmut Ullrich
Last position:
Freelancer at Freelancer
Projects at Raiffeisen Software Group (RSG), Linz from 2022-01-01 to 2025-03-31: application development on mainframe with PL/1, DB2, JCL, Tabex; development environment with idz, Jira, Dimensions, Confluence; execution of projects in banking reporting (own funds, capital requirements, large exposures, leverage ratio)
Project at Airbus, Hamburg from 2020-01-01 to 2022-12-31: mainframe system enhancements (TAKSY) in agile environment (Scrum, SAFe); business analysis; technical design; implementation (PL/1, DB2, IMS, JCL); test management; deployment
Christian Hunkirchen
Last position:
Developer at Opereon Consulting GmbH
- Developed a shop website
- Integrated an AI language model
- Developed tools for AI-powered webhooks
- Technical tools: REACT.js; Elevenlabs; MCP; n8n; HTTP
Beserithan Malabakan
Last position:
SD Development and CRM Interaction Center Development at Sanner GmbH
- Part-time 2-3 days/week
- Developments in the SD module and CRM Interaction Center
- Consulting, customizing in SD module
- Adapting Fiori applications in the SD module
- Approval workflow for credit memos: design, concept, implementation, customizing
- Credit memo request: object type BUS 2094
- If the credit memo request value is below a certain threshold -> automatic release and removal of billing block
- If the credit memo request value is above a certain threshold -> automatic determination of the responsible employee
- The employee receives a work item in their integrated inbox or in My Inbox (Fiori) -> the employee can reject, approve, or edit the credit memo request
- UML modeling in technical documentation
- Creating a Z-table for customer sample line items
- Merging COA1 (delivery) + COA2 (CAQ) forms and adding to the spool request as a single PDF
- Correcting workflow title according to NACE, fixing message "ZBMA title is displayed incorrectly in SBWP (Workplace)"
- Receiving PLM documents from an external PLM system, creating an RFC function module, storing PLM documents in the material master as GOS objects
- On releasing a production order, reading PLM documents from MM and saving them in a shared folder for the MES system
- Displaying the number of inspection methods in a popup when creating an order -> VA01/VA02
- Automatic stock reconciliation LVS IDOC INVCON
- Performing AQUA tests
- IDOC archiving for old IDOCs
- NL_PM_drawings and storing print output, informing MES via ZPPORDER IDOC, writing technical documents
- Using SD user exits, BADIs for various requirements
- Extending screens for customer requests via screen exits
- Creating message types for sales orders, purchase orders, and invoices
- Extending CRM Interaction Center Business Partner -> Overview -> Contract with customer-specific requirements
- New Fiori application departure control with data from Z-table and standard equipment tables, displaying a pie chart, calculating "vehicles in operation"
- Extending Interaction Center Business Partner -> Overview -> new tab on Overview Page with list tables for performance feedback, attachments from GOS objects
- Extending Interaction Center Business Partner -> Overview -> new tab on Overview Page with list tables for PM quality notifications, attachments from GOS objects
- Implementing BADIs in CRM
- File storage on SAP server/UNIX server
- Using BOL/GENIL architecture in CRM development
- Project language: German
Saba Malik
Last position:
IT Business Analyst at United Bank Limited
- Gathered and analyzed User Requirements Documents (URDs), authored Functional Specification Documents (FSDs), and synchronized backlog with dev and QA teams to maintain focused release scope.
- Led gap analysis of EDMS (OpenText, FileNet) and RPA PoC (UiPath, Blue Prism), projecting 10% cost savings in document handling and improved screening accuracy.
- Monitored sprint progress, presented roadmap status in technical reviews to C-level executives, and facilitated stakeholder alignment.
- Developed user stories and epics to drive project execution and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Championed Agile methodologies, enhancing team collaboration and iterative delivery.
Anette Göbel
Last position:
Managing Director at promismanagement services GmbH
- Leading and building integrated management systems (IMS) for quality (QMS), data protection and information security (ISMS), risk (GRC), and artificial intelligence (AI) in accordance with ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, ISO 21500, ISO 21502, ISO 37301, ISO 31000
- Governance, project, and transformation management nationally and internationally incl. enterprise and project governance
- Process development, optimization, and business process reengineering according to BPMN 2.0, Kaizen, IATF 16949, VDA, BPMN 2.0
- Compliance and risk management in the company and project context as well as connection to internal control systems (ICS) and Group Risk Compliance (GRC)
- Carrying out and leading internal audits and lead audits according to ISO 19011; audit management and test equipment / special equipment management
- Methodical and systemic coaching (IFS, Hakomi) as well as conflict moderation and change management
- Designing and delivering AI trainings, prompt engineering, and AI literacy workshops
- Advising on data protection impact assessments (DPIA), implementing EU GDPR, BDSG, and IT-SiG as well as NIS-2 and DORA
- Building and leading Program Management Offices (PMO) and introducing Project Management Office structures
- Contract management, clause-by-clause analyses, and project controlling according to PMI® standards incl. Earned Value Management
- Building knowledge, document, and content management systems (Confluence, SharePoint, EY iManage)
Frank Alexa
Last position:
Business Analysis, Process Optimization, Requirements Engineering, Documentation, Training, Support at Private sector, small businesses, partnerships
- Restructured network architecture/topology and then installed, configured, and tested the network at a small company.
- Fixed server (permissions and roles) and connection issues (WAN, (V)LAN, WLAN).
- Supported and maintained the infrastructure.
- Created documents like manuals, architecture, and design documents.
- Revised manuals and technical documents and created VBA macros.
- Used AI and basic prompting as well as writing AI queries.
- Adjusted workflows to meet legal requirements and improved existing workflows.
- Conducted training and workshops for adjustments, updates, and changed workflows.
- Modeling basis: BPMN.
- System environment: MS Office 2019/365, Win10/11, Teams, Netgear (switch), QNAP, Synology (NAS), Linux (Ubuntu).
Bernhard Döpper
Last position:
Enterprise Architect. And responsible for the cross-functional architecture as well as all domains with a focus on the sales at Süddeutsche Krankenversicherung
Creation of business and technical concepts as well as support for enterprise architecture management as part of the migration to the Adesso standard insurance solutions and the renewal of surrounding systems
Interface definitions
Business analysis and creation of the business concepts for input management and sales
Creation of architecture guidelines and processes
Processing technical and business decisions in the architecture board
Definition of service processes and system management aspects
Creation of the technical target operating model
Creation of an integration architecture for AI/LLMs from the providers Commasoft and Insiders
CommaSoft (Alan) webpages and web services
Insiders for Smartfix based on web services
Creation of a question catalog for a security/regulatory check.
Analysis of threats using threat modeling / STRIDE incl. creation of a set of measures to secure the systems
System environment: Jira, Confluence, Java, Enterprise Architect, VAIT/DORA, KritisV, GDPR, IT ServiceMgmt, Adesso Ecosphere and Insure Health, DoPIX and successor product, SmartFix, SmartFlow, Zabas, Kolumbus, Clarc archive, BiPRO, AI / LLM, MS Azure, AWS, TOM/FMO
Christian Trutz
Last position:
JEE Software Engineer, DevOps Engineer at AKDB
- JEE Software Engineer
- DevOps Engineer
- Java, JEE, JBoss/WildFly, Vaadin, CI/CD Pipelines, Jenkins, Maven, Git, Oracle database, MSSQL Server database
Martin Zschirnt
Last position:
Insurance
- Data migration of transaction data in the area of commission settlement from various proprietary IBM mainframe systems to the target application SAP ICM.
- Planning, implementation, and quality assurance of a batch process for data migration on various mainframe platforms from testing to production.
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Statistics of experts using IBM FileNet
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
27 years
Position duration
3 years
Positions per freelancer
18
Top business areas
Project Management, Information Technology, Product Development
Top industries
Banking and Finance, Information Technology, Insurance
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Information Technology, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
88%
Master's degree or higher
38%
Doctorate
13%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Germany using IBM FileNet
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 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
Content platform
IBM FileNet is used for enterprise content management and case work. Companies use it to store documents, control access, route work, and keep records under clear governance. It also appears as FileNet, IBM FileNet P8, or FileNet Content Manager.
Core functions
- Document capture and classification
- Workflow and case handling
- Records and retention control
- Search, access rules, and audit trails
These capabilities matter when content must move through controlled processes instead of simple file sharing.
Ecosystem fit
Strong specialists work across FileNet Content Manager, IBM Content Navigator, workflow services, and integrations with ERP, CRM, scan capture, and identity systems. They also understand repository design, metadata models, and how to keep content services stable across releases.
When to bring in help
Companies usually need freelance expertise during migrations, upgrades, slow workflow fixes, or new integrations. In Germany, this often comes up in regulated industries, shared service centers, and teams that need remote support with some on-site workshops. Clear German and English communication helps when business rules are discussed with different teams.
What strong experts do
- Diagnose workflow, security, and content model issues
- Tune search, retention, and routing rules
- Plan upgrades and content migrations
- Align technical settings with compliance needs
Good professionals explain tradeoffs clearly and keep changes safe for existing processes.
Delivery focus
IBM FileNet work is rarely only technical. It often involves mapping business cases, cleaning metadata, testing permissions, and coordinating with teams that own documents and approvals. The best specialists leave behind systems that are easier to operate, audit, and extend.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around IBM FileNet.
IBM FileNet is used for enterprise content management, document control, and workflow-driven processes. Teams rely on it for case files, scanned documents, approvals, retention, and audit-ready records. It fits best where content must be governed, traceable, and integrated with business systems.
FileNet is usually chosen for heavier content governance, workflow, and records handling than basic document sharing tools. Compared with SharePoint, it is often a stronger fit for controlled enterprise processes. Compared with OpenText, the choice often comes down to existing IBM stacks, integration needs, and how much workflow depth is required.
A strong IBM FileNet specialist understands content models, workflows, security rules, search, and integration patterns. Useful adjacent skills include Java, REST services, LDAP or SSO, and database troubleshooting. Experience with migration planning and records management is also valuable.
Most IBM FileNet work benefits from someone who has seen similar content and workflow setups before. Simple fixes may need only focused expertise, while migrations or redesigns need broader platform knowledge. The key is not just tool familiarity, but understanding how content moves through the business.
Yes, much of the IBM FileNet work can be done remotely from Germany, especially analysis, configuration, testing, and integration support. On-site time is useful when workshops, stakeholder reviews, or legacy environment access are involved. Many teams use a mixed setup for smoother coordination.
A FileNet project often needs outside help when workflows are hard to change, searches are slow, upgrades feel risky, or permissions are unclear. Another sign is when content rules live only in a few key people’s heads. At that point, a specialist can stabilize the setup and document it properly.
Ask which FileNet versions and components the person has handled, including IBM FileNet P8 and related content services. Also ask about migration work, workflow redesign, records policies, and how they test changes before release. Good answers are specific and describe real delivery steps.
A good IBM FileNet deliverable is stable, testable, and easy for the business to use. It should include clear workflow behavior, working access rules, documented changes, and clean handover notes. If the specialist cannot explain how the setup supports the process, the work is not complete.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used IBM FileNet in their recent projects is 101 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 805 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used IBM FileNet in their recent projects, 88% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 38% hold at least a Master's degree, and 13% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used IBM FileNet in their recent projects have 27 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used IBM FileNet in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (20%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used IBM FileNet in their recent projects are Banking and Finance (80%), Information Technology (70%), and Insurance (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used IBM FileNet in their recent projects are Project Management (100%), Information Technology (90%), and Product Development (80%).
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