MSI Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used MSI
John Rouse
Last position:
Consultant / Project Manager at DevOps Company
Datacenter setup, updates, connectivity and Disaster recovery setup.
Technologies used: VMware ESXi 8, DevOps, Office 365, VM, Hyper-V, Workplace, Power BI.
Karsten Kurvin
Last position:
IT Consultant at Freelance IT Consultant
EvoBus / Daimler Buses (Spare parts)
- Support existing pricing platform
- Further development of existing pricing platform
- Refactoring the central pricing logic
Motorservice International (MSI) (Spare parts)
- Support existing pricing platform
- Further development of existing pricing platform
MAHLE (Spare parts)
- Further development of existing pricing platform
MANN & HUMMEL (Spare parts)
- Support existing pricing platform
HELLWEG Building & Garden Centers (Full assortment) Central pricing setup
- Analysis and documentation of pricing rules
- Setup of pricing for stores & online
- Software architect
- Lead developer of pricing logic (Groovy)
- Support pricing platform
- Further development of pricing platform
PORSCHE AG (Spare parts & accessories) Pricing setup for headquarters and subsidiaries
- Analysis and documentation
- Setup of pricing for headquarters and stores
- Software architect
- Lead developer of pricing logic (Groovy)
- Support pricing platform
- Further development of pricing platform
Daniel Ubani
Last position:
Senior Application Packaging & Deployment Engineer at Allevio AG (Client: Allianz Technology)
- Enterprise application packaging and deployment for Allianz's global Windows migration programs across Europe, North America, and APAC
- Migrated hundreds of enterprise applications from Windows 10 VDI to Microsoft Azure Windows 365 (Windows 11)
- Created software packages in MSI/MST, FlexApp, PSADT 3/4, and App-V according to enterprise packaging standards
- Developed an ASP.NET packaging automation platform with MongoDB, SQL Server, SharePoint, and Outlook integration
- Built PowerShell modules for automated quality checks of MSI and FlexApp packages
- Developed a release conflict detection module in PowerShell to identify potential deployment issues before production
- Created WDAC monitoring scripts for automated policy oversight and incident response
- Implemented MSGraph API calls in PowerShell for Azure AD and Intune operations
- Created Citrix oData scripts for historical usage analysis (BYOD, VDI, fat clients)
- Developed an Intune Win32 app 'Do Not Disturb' deployment routine for an optimal user experience
- First point of contact for troubleshooting production incidents with packaged applications
- Coordinated application owner, UAT, and release testing for hundreds of deployments
- Administered Microsoft Intune, Citrix environments, and SQL Server security
- Created and tested WDAC policies in Intune; managed configuration policies and Win32 app deployments
- Primary packaging resource for Allianz France since 2019
Alexander Belousov
Last position:
Consultant at Bundesdruckerei
- Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2019/2022, Active Directory, Entra ID Group Policy, Orca, PowerShell, PSAppDeployToolKit, Intune, Office 365, Azure, Winget, SandBox
- Onsite/offsite packaging and repackaging in Intune
- Silent install / uninstall
- Use of scripting (PSADT, PowerShell)
- Distribution, planning, and monitoring of packages using Intune Admin Center
- Troubleshooting
- System monitoring
- 2nd and 3rd Level Support
- Packaging process (creation and review of installation and configuration guides, test plans, User Acceptance Testing)
- Automatic client provisioning
- Quality assurance, testing of software packages
- Workplace Engineering
- Windows Client Engineering
- Management of profiles and group policies
- Working with agile methods (Scrum)
- Use of ITSM, including as a ticket system
- Sprint planning
Alagi Mansaray
Last position:
Senior S/4HANA Project Manager in the Energy Sector at RKU Informations- und Telekommunikationsdienste
- Coordination and monitoring of required tasks and resources
- Coordination and ensuring the flow of information between involved departments
- Windows 10/11
- Time management and project control
- Integration of S/4HANA solutions in collaboration with business units
- Microsoft Project
- Confluence
- Jira
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Planner
- Responsible expert for client management environment services and patch management
- Coordination of interfaces and integration with existing systems
- Enable and enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- Ensuring data migration and quality during the S/4HANA implementation
- Creation of a project structure plan
- Optimization of the design and implementation of service and client management processes
- Azure AD
- Project management & risk management
- Regular updates and drafting of decision documents for decision-makers
- Set up of an additional Linux-based infrastructure for administrative purposes
- Advising program management on transformation and migration projects
- PowerShell scripting
- Enhancement, maintenance and troubleshooting of the existing ERP application
- Synchronization with on-premises directories (Azure AD Connect)
- Conducting concept development and planning
- Procurement, integration, and deployment of MacBooks
- Autopilot
- Integration of systems into a client management system (Intune), Microsoft Defender, and Azure AD
- Implementation of single sign-on for mobile devices & PCs
- Migration from Active Directory to MS Intune
- Implementation and integration of SAP S/4HANA solutions
- Software packaging (MSI)
- Mobile device management with MS Intune and Mobile Iron
- Management of servers and services using Ansible
- MIM (Microsoft Identity Manager)
- Identity and permission management
- Access management
Joachim Bleichert
Last position:
Oracle Consulting and Development at Berufsgenossenschaft Nahrungsmittel & Gastgewerbe (BNG)
- Development and consulting of various web applications for data preparation and distribution using Oracle databases and PL/SQL
- Technologies: Oracle 19, Oracle PL/SQL, Oracle APEX
Thomas Fritz
Last position:
Senior Fullstack Developer at DB InfraGO AG
- Frontend: new development in Angular
- Backend: new development in ASP.NET Web API
- Database: modeling, implementation, and operation based on Microsoft SQL Server
- Requirements management, design, and implementation
- Deployment, maintenance, operation
- Knowledge transfer to internal staff
- Agile development (SCRUM)
Dirk Blumenthal
Last position:
Senior Consultant at Beiersdorf Shared Services (via phat consulting GmbH)
- MSI and MSIX packaging of standard and industry-specific software for MS Intune and Microsoft Configuration Manager
- Development of various release updates for different subsidiaries
- Development of a standard transform for MSI installations to automatically write inventory keys via CustomAction
- Development of SCCM InstallationScheduler as well as various custom scripts
- Development of an automatic company-wide Windows update routine from Windows 8 to Windows 8.1 in the global corporate network (30,000 clients)
- Multi-device support and multi-language support
- Reinstallation of drivers and software
- Third-level support and point of contact for technical issues
Erika Martel
Last position:
Senior IT-Consultant | Software Packaging | Software Delivery at WDR
- MSI software packaging using Flexera AdminStudio (for standard and application software for Win 10, Win 11, and RDS servers). Package creation using the PowerShell AppDeployment Toolkit.
- Quality assurance: install, launch the application with a standard user, uninstall.
- Technical customer support.
- Workorder/ticket handling in the Remedy system.
- Prepare and distribute application and package in MECM.
- Conduct technical acceptance with the client.
- Coordinated and managed rollout of specialized applications.
- MS Office 365 rollout.
Oliver Horn
Last position:
Orbis Support at Recura Kliniken Beelitz
- Incident handling
- Error analysis
Sebastian Blath
Last position:
AZ-104 Microsoft Azure Administrator at Continuing Education
Krzysztof Solek
Last position:
IT-Consultant / System Engineer at ITC-Solek
- Worked as IT consultant and system engineer
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Statistics of experts using MSI
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
25 years
Position duration
2.7 years
Positions per freelancer
16
Top business areas
Information Technology, Operations, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Insurance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Human Resources
Bachelor's degree or higher
56%
Master's degree or higher
22%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
92%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Germany 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 Germany using MSI
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
MSI basics
MSI, short for Microsoft Installer and often called Windows Installer, is the standard package format for software installation on Windows. Companies use it to install desktop software, manage updates, and keep deployments consistent across many devices. Strong specialists know how MSI behaves during first install, repair, uninstall, and upgrade.
What it delivers
- Silent installs for workplace rollouts
- Repair and rollback behavior
- Major and minor upgrades
- Custom actions for special setup logic
- MSP patches and MST transforms
MSI work is common in enterprise software, internal tools, and vendor packages that must run cleanly in managed Windows environments.
Tooling and ecosystem
MSI specialists usually work with WiX Toolset, Orca, InstallShield, and Microsoft deployment tools. They also understand how package properties, tables, features, and components fit together. Good experts can read an existing package, diagnose install failures, and adjust it without breaking the install chain.
When companies bring in help
Teams usually look for freelance MSI expertise when a package fails in testing, an upgrade path is broken, or an app needs to be repackaged for a new release. This also comes up when software must be deployed through Intune, Group Policy, or other Windows management tools. In Germany, this often matters for enterprise IT teams that need predictable desktop rollout and local language support.
What strong specialists do
- Keep packages idempotent and maintainable
- Separate core files from custom logic
- Avoid brittle custom actions where possible
- Test repair, uninstall, and upgrade paths
- Document transforms and deployment rules
A strong MSI expert knows when to fix the package and when to change the delivery approach. They focus on repeatable installs, clean maintenance, and safe changes across versions.
Typical project scope
MSI work can range from packaging a single application to standardizing a full software catalog. Search terms often include MSI package, Windows Installer, and Microsoft Installer, so experts need to recognize all three. The best freelancers can support packaging, debugging, and handover so internal teams can keep releases moving.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about MSI? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
MSI is used to package and install software on Windows in a controlled way. It supports uninstall, repair, rollback, and upgrade behavior, which makes it useful for business apps and managed desktops. Teams choose it when they need predictable installs rather than a one-off setup wizard.
Yes, in practice MSI is the package format used by Windows Installer, and many people still refer to it as Microsoft Installer. Searchers may use any of these names when they need the same kind of packaging work. A good specialist should understand all three terms and how they map to the same deployment model.
Bring in a MSI specialist when installs fail, upgrades break, or a vendor package needs changes before rollout. This also makes sense when software must be deployed through managed Windows tools and tested for repair and uninstall behavior. It is common in Germany for internal IT teams that need clean desktop deployment across a mix of endpoints.
A strong MSI freelancer often knows WiX Toolset, transforms, patches, and Windows deployment tools. They should also understand package tables, custom actions, service installation, and logging. The best experts can diagnose failures from logs and then adjust the package with minimal risk.
Compared with MSI, EXE installers are often more flexible for custom setup flows but less consistent for enterprise deployment. MSI is usually preferred when IT needs repeatable installs, silent deployment, and managed upgrades. If the environment is modern and containerized, another packaging approach may fit better, but MSI still matters for many Windows apps.
For a simple package refresh, a MSI specialist with solid packaging and testing experience may be enough. For complex upgrades, custom actions, or chained installs, you want someone who has handled failure cases and maintenance paths before. The key is not raw years, but proof they can keep installs stable under real conditions.
Most MSI work can be done remotely because packaging, testing, and log analysis happen on a Windows build or test machine. On-site help is only useful when device access, local security rules, or internal release processes require it. For many German companies, a remote expert with clear communication is enough.
Look for clean package structure, clear upgrade paths, and good logging in the MSI deliverable. A strong expert explains why a custom action is needed, how rollback works, and how the package will behave during repair or uninstall. They should also leave documentation that your internal team can maintain.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used MSI in their recent projects is 89 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 714 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used MSI in their recent projects, 56% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 22% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used MSI in their recent projects have 25 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used MSI in their recent projects are German (100%), English (92%), and French (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used MSI in their recent projects are Information Technology (92%), Banking and Finance (67%), and Insurance (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used MSI in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Operations (83%), and Project Management (75%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used MSI
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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