
Microsoft Visio Experts in Dortmund
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Detlef M.
Last position:
Managing Director at AmenaCon GmbH
- Challenging consulting services as well as interim, transformation, program and project management
- Program Manager for dormakaba International Holding AG: responsible for the SAP rollout in the German subsidiary consisting of 16 projects for Sales, Service, Operation and Finance, preparation through a fit template pre-project, development and formulation of end-to-end business processes, guidance and coaching of the business in use case and technical concept creation, introduction of integration test concept and implementation of integration tests
- Senior consultant for AGRAVIS Raiffeisen AG: specification of ITSM processes Incident and Release Management based on ITIL, examination of implementation options with SAP Solution Manager, managing the cutover of an SAP project
- Interim manager for bofrost DL GmbH & Co. KG: analysis and redesign of the existing business process model, management of strategic PMO including control of project portfolio management (up to 40 projects), project initiation process management, coaching of project managers, comprehensive reporting, ensuring economic viability of all projects, direct reporting to the advisory board, guidance for process and ITSM areas, management of strategic program including greenfield approach, system landscape redesign, end-to-end process introduction, CRM POC and platform provider beauty contest, development of target specifications using LEAN A3, design and implementation of POC with two platform providers
- Program Manager/PMO/PPM for Henkel KGaA global SCM consolidation: management of international template team for SAP landscape redesign, management of strategic partner Accenture
- Program Manager/PMO/PPM for Henkel KGaA migration from SAP BW to Microsoft BI: complete development lifecycle, transition of services to Accenture and hosting from HP to IBM, implementation according to PMI-based and agile standards, management of 20 projects, turnaround program setup, root cause analysis, contract amendments, governance, reporting, controlling, coaching of up to 60 employees, 20 MEUR budget, all milestones achieved on time and within budget
- Program Manager/PMO M&A IT for Henkel KGaA: SAP rollout and infrastructure transition worldwide after acquisition, carve-out management, onboarding of approx. 5 000 new SAP users, consolidation of servers and data centres, management of 30 projects across WEU, CEE, LA, NA and AP, PMI-based implementation, governance setup, coaching of up to 150 employees, 85 MEUR budget, 300 people worldwide, international tender management with providers such as Accenture, IBM, HP and Cisco, program completed on time, on quality and below budget
- Interim Manager for Bertelsmann AG: strategic IT sourcing program for Corporate CIO including six projects, planning, controlling, reporting, coaching, quality management, stakeholder management, contract transitions, development of system to verify savings, achieved 20% above planned savings
- Interim Manager IT Governance for Henkel KGaA: professionalisation of IT service management, audit and development of PMI-based project management process with group adaptations, group-wide rollout of ITIL processes incident, problem and change management
- Agile project for ALDI-Sued: finalisation and implementation of demand management process for IT requirements with interfaces to other processes and service catalogue
- Senior Consultant for hagebau IT GmbH: analysis of business processes, conception and implementation of NDA, RFI and RFP for Managed IT Services tender with EUR 30 million volume, transition planning of two data centres to Atos managed services, development of service catalogue and cost allocation model
- Interim Manager for Henkel KGaA: development of international resource management system for global IT to improve cost and capacity control, agile planning, controlling and scope management, realization of 25% capacity reserves
- Interim Manager for Netrada GmbH: professionalisation of IT service management, conception and creation of 16 SLAs, process analysis and documentation, service quality objectivisation reducing ad hoc workload by approx. 20%
- Senior Consultant for Saudi Telecom: introduction of PMI-based project management process, development of PMO, coaching of employees, support in acquisition of customer projects by applying the introduced method
Arkadius S.
Last position:
AWS Pricing Platform / API & Integration Architecture at Porsche Digital
Development and evolutionary further development of a highly available, cloud-native microservice and integration architecture for dealer and retail processes in the Porsche Car Configurator.
Responsibilities
- Development of Java-/Kotlin-based backend, API, and integration components (Spring Boot)
- Integration of internal and external systems via REST/OpenAPI, GraphQL, Apache Kafka, and AWS SQS (synchronous and asynchronous)
- Implementation of stable, high-performance communication and data flows in a cloud-native platform architecture
- Processing of structured data formats (JSON, Protobuf, GraphQL schemas) based on existing API patterns
- Performance optimization of distributed microservices with reduced response times and higher operational stability
- Technical tests (unit, integration, and API tests) as well as error analysis in production-like environments
- AWS Infrastructure as Code with Terraform and AWS CDK
- CI/CD automation (build, test, and deployment pipelines) with GitHub Actions
- AI-supported feature implementation (GitHub Copilot Agent)
Label: Kotlin, Java 25, Spring Boot 4, Protobuf, TypeScript, AWS, Terraform, CDK, Apache Kafka, AWS SQS, REST/OpenAPI, GraphQL, JSON, PostgreSQL, Docker, GitHub Actions, Maven, Gradle, JUnit, Mockito, Testcontainers
Jens S.
Last position:
Network Technology at ISP, Internet Service Provider, BGP Peering
- Optimization of the transmission media of the data links in the Ruhr area
- Configuration/expansion of switches and routers for an autonomous system AS
- Improve the network protocols used Layer 2/3 (OSI model), RSTP, broadcast, etc.
- Laying cables, crimping, antennas, routers, switches
- Maintenance, expansion, selection and prioritization of troubleshooting measures for network monitoring (PRTG, The Dude)
- Organization and new connection of another BGP peering, data center, NGN fiber optic
- VPN IPSec site connections for 6 sites with PFSense, Fritzbox
- Configuration of WLAN devices (Mikrotik, UBNT
Label: TCP/IP, VLAN, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPLS, routing protocols, WLAN, EoIP, PPPoE, routing, SNMP, DHCP, DNS, NAT, native IP, VLAN, Ethernet, VoIP., switches and routers from: Nortel, Cisco, MikroTik, UBNT., network management systems: The Dude, PRTG, UISP
Jean Erge E.
Last position:
Engineer - Automation Technology at Ravensburg Milchwerke GmbH
- Plan and design complex production facilities as part of a team
- Prepare and modify electrical circuit diagrams
- Design electrical machine controls and drive technology
- Analyze faults in electronic assemblies
- Create PLC and visualization software as well as process control software
- Identify and implement optimization measures
- Prepare operating instructions
- Ensure IT security for the entire operational technology
- Support building technology
- Technologies: Eplan P8, PCS7, ProLeiT, PlantiT, TIA, S7
Romuald G.
Last position:
Software Developer at Aluminium Norf GmbH
- Set up a server to distribute production events from MES to the existing PPS
- Added further servers to the existing process
- Reported changes to the packing inventory to TWMS
Mohamad A.
Last position:
Systems Engineer for Network Security at Bechtle AG
- SD-WAN solution by Aruba – Swiss energy company (330 sites): design and implementation of an SD-WAN branch solution with Aruba 9004 gateways, encrypted overlay, policy-based routing, WAN load balancing, and centralized management via Aruba Central.
- LAN/WLAN & security – schools in Germany (9 sites): deployment of Aruba switches & AP-505, FortiGate 80F firewalls; setup of Checkmk monitoring, incident and change management, and secure admin access (BeyondTrust).
- Multi-site security – energy billing company (20 sites): deployment of a complete Fortinet solution (FortiGate HA cluster, FortiSwitch PoE, FortiAP), IPsec remote-access VPN via FortiClient, centralized management via FortiCloud, IntraID authentication, operations and incident management.
- Data center migration – German client: migration of data center switches (Mellanox), firewall cluster, and OfficeConnect switches to a new data center; securing configurations, implementing HA designs, testing, monitoring, and coordinated change and incident processes. Setup of two new 6300 M VSX clustered switches.
- Data center security – university hospital: implementation of a high-availability FortiGate 400F firewall cluster across three data centers; security policy design, operational support, and change/incident management.
- Enterprise campus & network access control – manufacturing company in Germany: introduction of Aruba ClearPass NAC, setup of a VSX-based switching architecture, secure WLAN access with MPSK, and integration into existing networks.
- EU client (Germany & Poland) – Sophos firewalls: operations, incident and change management of Sophos firewalls including IPsec VPN; troubleshooting and ongoing optimization of security configurations.
- Network modernization – pharmacy client in Germany: design and rollout of core and access switching (Mellanox, Aruba Instant On), migration from Sophos to Fortinet firewalls, network segmentation, and security hardening.
Peter B.
Last position:
Senior IT Infrastructure Architect at IBM Germany
- Providing, as a senior IT specialist, advisory to internal teams and gematik
- Actively member of a new advisory & regulatory Design Authority team
- Creating simplified overview diagrams of complex situations
- Creating and updating documentation in the document tool Confluence
Andreas N.
Last position:
Freelancer at Freelance work
Yoav N.
Last position:
Freelance Software Architect at Freelance Consultant
- Various small consultations, e.g. concepts and arcitectures.
- Updating my Matlab, Linux, IPv6, Cyber-Security, C++ (up to 23) and Python skills.
Rosemarie F.
Last position:
Freelance Management Consultant in the Construction Industry at Freelance Management Consultant
- Implemented Agile methodologies to drive AI-enabled process optimization
- Integration of AI-driven solutions with SAP S/4 HANA
- Facilitated the adoption of advanced analytics tools to enhance decision-making
Manfred L.
Last position:
Senior Consultant Information Security at Creditplus Bank AG
- Designing the information security process based on ITIL 4
- Designing the ITIL 4 incident and change management processes
- Creating information security policies for the bank
- Support in the project for internal audit findings
- Advising on the setup of the bank's internal control systems (ICS)
- Advising on setting up ICS processes
- Advising and supporting security architecture and risk analysis of the existing IT landscape, including IT security architecture, data management, data compliance & physical security
- Advising and project leadership for the security concept of the bank's assets
- Advising and support in contracts with external service providers to meet the bank's regulatory (BAIT; MaRisk; DORA; NIS2; GDPR) and information security requirements
- Support in planning and implementing a SOC/SIEM and risk management
- Support for the spam email team in analyzing and handling incidents
Talha Y.
Last position:
Remote part-time worker & pensioner
- Designing schematics, PCB layout, documentation
- Reviewing, debugging and fixing schematics and PCB layout
- Second source part searching and testing
Ulrich E.
Last position:
Technical Consultant in Electrical Engineering
Technical consulting for electrical engineering in the areas of control system design, measurement technology and automotive applications
Participation in development, commissioning and optimization of individual components for hybrid electric drives including HV batteries and electrical auxiliary units
Integration of individual systems into the overall system and preparation for homologation
Development of analog and digital circuits
Design of circuit diagrams in control and special machine construction for individual machines
Definition of switch cabinet layout and switch cabinet wiring
Selection and programming of electronic control (PLC) and display / control unit (HMI)
Selection and parameterization of converters, sensors and DC-DC converters
Adaptation of industrial and rail components for vehicle use in cooperation with external development partners
Collaboration with external developers from specification to function testing and final acceptance of the finished device
Design of HV network for hybrid vehicles as well as construction supervision and commissioning
Specification and testing of electrified auxiliary units (steering, climate control, on-board power supply)
Parameterization of frequency converters and programming of positioning controllers
Preparation of quotes, creation of specifications, price negotiations and procurement of electrical items
Scheduling and control as well as supervision of control system construction, wiring and machine wiring
Creation of PLC programs and programming of operator panels (HMI)
Functional testing of individual machine elements and sensor adjustment
Initial commissioning at the manufacturer's site, test run of the machine, documentation preparation and revision of circuit documents
Leading commissioning at the end customer, training of customer's staff and management of the electrical engineering department with supervision of employees
Own patent research and patent monitoring (optoelectronic 3D measuring systems)
Commissioning and troubleshooting of HV batteries for hybrid vehicles together with the manufacturer
System responsibility for hybrid test vehicles, especially HV safety
Use of CAD systems (AutoCad light), CAE systems (Caddy++ electrical 3.0SP1, EPLAN P8), MS Office, MS Visio, MS PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Standard, Vector CANalyzer, Mitsubishi Melsec Medoc Plus, Mac-Programmer Plus, S7 standard, Siemens Micro-Win 3.2, Siemens ProTool light and ProTool CS, S7-Net OPC server, programming software for frequency converters and positioning controllers, Sistema and Spice
Previous project experience includes: integration of HV batteries in hybrid vehicles, development of optoelectronic sensors, construction supervision of hybrid vehicles, commissioning of NC machines, electrical control of processing and packaging machines, commissioning of a photovoltaic system and restoration of a run-of-river power plant
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Statistics of experts using Microsoft Visio
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
23 years (Germany: 25 years)

Position duration
2.5 years (Germany: 3 years)

Positions per freelancer
14 (Germany: 16)

Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management

Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Automotive

Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Bachelor's degree or higher
90% (Germany: 84%)
Master's degree or higher
40% (Germany: 52%)

Certifications per freelancer
4 (Germany: 5)

Most common languages
German, English, French

Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 98%)
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Dortmund using Microsoft Visio
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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 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Microsoft Visio 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 (69%)
- Manufacturing (62%)
- Automotive (46%)
- Banking and Finance (46%)
- Telecommunication (46%)
- Healthcare (38%)
- Professional Services (38%)
- Retail (38%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Diagramming with Visio
Microsoft Visio is a visual diagramming application for turning complex information into structured drawings. Companies use it for flowcharts, process maps, organization charts, floor plans, network layouts, UML diagrams and technical documentation. Its templates, shapes and connectors help teams communicate how work, systems and responsibilities fit together.
Microsoft ecosystem
Visio works closely with Microsoft 365 and commonly fits into environments that use SharePoint, Teams, Excel, Power BI and Power Automate. Specialists may configure data-linked diagrams, import structured information, publish documents for collaboration and manage reusable templates. Familiarity with Microsoft Graph, Azure services or SQL sources can extend what a Visio solution delivers.
Common deliverables
- Business process maps for operations, compliance and service design
- Organization charts linked to structured personnel data
- Network, infrastructure and system diagrams
- Floor plans, evacuation layouts and facility documentation
- UML, BPMN-style and technical diagrams for project teams
The right format depends on who will use the diagram and how often it must change. A strong professional balances visual clarity with reliable data, consistent notation and practical maintenance.
When specialists help
Companies often bring in freelance Microsoft Visio specialists when documentation is incomplete, a major process is changing or internal teams need diagrams for audits and transformation work. They can standardize scattered drawings, convert legacy files, build templates and connect diagrams to business data. In Dortmund, local industrial, logistics, service and public-sector organizations may also value on-site workshops alongside remote production.
Skills beyond Visio
Useful adjacent knowledge includes business process modelling, BPMN, UML, network fundamentals, information architecture and technical writing. Microsoft 365 administration, Excel data preparation, SharePoint publishing and Power Automate can make diagrams easier to update and share. Professionals should also understand accessibility, version control and permissions when documents support company-wide decisions.
Quality signals
Look for a portfolio that shows different diagram types, not only attractive screenshots. Ask how the specialist gathers requirements, chooses notation, handles revisions and keeps linked data accurate. Strong work has a clear visual hierarchy, meaningful labels, aligned shapes and documented conventions. For remote collaboration, precise feedback routines matter; for on-site work in Dortmund, workshop facilitation and clear communication in the required business language are equally important.
Frequently asked questions
Key details about Microsoft Visio, drawn from the questions we get asked most.
Microsoft Visio is used to create structured visual documentation, including flowcharts, process maps, organization charts, network diagrams, floor plans and UML drawings. It helps teams explain relationships, responsibilities, workflows and technical structures more clearly than text alone.
Microsoft Visio is often preferred by companies already invested in Microsoft 365, Windows and desktop document management. Lucidchart and draw.io can offer convenient browser-first collaboration, while Visio is strong for Microsoft integrations, established templates and detailed diagram control.
A strong Visio specialist may also understand BPMN, UML, network notation, process analysis, Excel, SharePoint and Power Automate. Data modelling, technical writing and information design are valuable when diagrams must remain accurate and useful after handover.
The required Microsoft Visio experience depends on the deliverable. A simple organization chart may need basic diagramming skills, while data-linked process libraries, network documentation or reusable templates call for deeper knowledge of shapes, automation, standards and Microsoft 365 workflows.
Microsoft Visio projects are often suitable for remote work when source data, notation rules and review processes are available digitally. On-site sessions in Dortmund can still help with process discovery, workshops and stakeholder alignment, especially when diagrams describe physical operations or complex internal workflows.
Visio is better suited to diagrams that require connected shapes, structured layouts, reusable templates or links to data. PowerPoint is useful for presenting a finished visual story, but it is less practical for maintaining detailed process, network or organizational documentation.
Review whether the Microsoft Visio files are easy to read, edit and maintain, not just visually polished. Check the use of consistent notation, logical connectors, accessible labels, sensible page layouts and documented conventions, then ask for a short walkthrough of the editable source files.
Microsoft Visio may be described simply as Visio or as a Microsoft diagramming tool. Older documentation may refer to Visio Standard or Visio Professional, so a specialist should clarify the edition, licensing context, integration needs and file formats before starting.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Microsoft Visio in their recent projects is 90 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 721 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Microsoft Visio in their recent projects, 90% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 40% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Microsoft Visio in their recent projects have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.5 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Microsoft Visio in their recent projects are German (100%), English (92%), and French (23%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Microsoft Visio in their recent projects are Information Technology (69%), Manufacturing (62%), and Automotive (46%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Microsoft Visio in their recent projects are Information Technology (92%), Product Development (85%), and Project Management (85%).
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