Production Data Acquisition (BDE) Experts in Germany
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Silvia B.
Last position:
Business Consultant - Product Management Banking at Aareal Bank AG
- Focus on optimizing and further developing the internal customer EBICS application
- Functional and technical consulting for Aareal First Financial Solutions AG on EBICS standard products and applications in the areas of operations and further development, as well as project-related communication with external development partners and the product manufacturer to implement the corresponding technical optimizations
- As the functional coordinator, providing advice on content-related and regulatory requirements as well as technical prerequisites and requirements, and bringing these together at the functional level
- Consulting on the use of EBICS formats
- Reviewing the current EBICS standard for optimization and further development potential
- Analyzing the current state to identify development potential and deriving appropriate recommendations for action while considering regulatory requirements
- Conducting EBICS tests throughout the project
- Functional responsibility for requirements management and, in this context, recording and documenting requirements for such tests
- Designing a functional and sustainable test management system
- Conducting and evaluating tests
- Consulting on sustainable quality assurance and audits
- Project language: German and English
- Tools/Methods: MS Project, MS Office, MS Visio, TestRail, Confluence, Jira, Business Logics Bankkrecher, Business Logics Test Data Generator, Business Logics Banking Tool, Business Logics Test System, DBEAVER, Squirrel, Unix Virtual Machines, WinSCP, Kitty, Putty, various Aareal Bank products, Online Banking Portal, Aareal Sign, core banking system, SAP Blue Eagle, SAP RE-FX, Aareon Wodis Sigma, Haufe Real Estate Wowinex, GAP Group Immotion, UTS Karthago, SAP IS-U/Waste, SIV kVASy, various EBICS clients
Manfred B.
Last position:
Interim Manager Managing Director
- Optimization of business results and expansion of sales activities
- Responsible for personnel organization
- Introduction of a document management system (DMS)
- Introduction and optimization of the ERP, CMS and CRM landscape
- Introduction of digital signatures
- Increase in revenue, reduction in costs and increase in EBIT
Volker S.
Last position:
Operations Manager ATT Area at Klingelnberg AG
Bridging the vacancy of operations manager ATT area
Process optimization
Reduction of lead times
Reorganization of the ATT area
Increase in OTIF from 73% to 92%
Greater flexibility in employee deployment through internal equipment training
Integration of a new cooperation partner
Implementation of an MDE system
Michael K.
Last position:
Freelance Consultant at Tepo – Gebäudedienste GmbH
- Replacement and renewal of the existing client PCs with an upgrade to Windows 11 and mobile workstations with laptops and docking stations
- Introduction of Office365 with OneDrive use
- Introduction of e-invoicing with DATEV accounting software
- Revision of the standard office applications in daily use
- File storage in SharePoint instead of local data storage
- New authorization structure for users
- Use of Microsoft accounts to synchronize profiles
- Reorganization of the document scanning process with storage in SharePoint
- New backup concept in addition to the Microsoft cloud solution
- Introduction of new data structures: review and separation of data into active, inactive, private, business
- Simplification of processes
- Increased data security and improved security
- Permanent data availability at all internal and external workplaces
Edmund N.
Last position:
Sr. Manager Operation- Site Karlsruhe (Interim) at Thermo Fisher Scientific Karlsruhe
- Responsibility for all operational areas from logistics, production to supply chain, quality, planning, and improvement
- Building a new operations organization structure in response to increased demand during the COVID-19 situation
- Redefining internal processes and establishing a leadership structure for quick market response
- Setting targets and continuously tracking operational goals
- Reducing lead time in the extruder area from 28 weeks to 10 weeks within 15 months through sustainable supply chain and flexible manufacturing methods
- Cutting lead times in the lab area for analytical devices from 15 weeks to 3–4 weeks
- Increasing output in the analysis department by 35% while reducing capacity by 20%
- Implementing measures to reduce inventory and increase inventory turnover
- Improving supply chain strategy, cycle time reduction, and flow production for serial products
- Driving digitalization in production and warehouse management
- Implementing a comprehensive reporting system
Jürgen R.
Last position:
Founder / Managing Partner at RAUSCH Unternehmensberatung GmbH
- Business consulting, process consulting, digitalization consulting, and funding consulting as well as coaching for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
Umut G.
Last position:
Data Architect at BA Technology
I am an experienced data engineer specializing in end‑to‑end data integration, cloud DWH architectures, and high‑quality, governed data products.
I delivered following projects and engagements as a freelancer.
- Data Migration of CRM System for AL-FA Objekt Service Gmbh
- Microsoft Software Resales Partnership
I am looking for freelance roles like: Freelance Data Engineer Cloud Data Warehouse Architect Data Modeling & Architecture Consultant MDM & Data Governance Specialist BI & Analytics Developer
Technical Focus Areas
- Data Engineering & Integration: SQL Server/SSIS, Informatica PowerCenter/IDQ, Talend, Kafka, Azure Data Factory – Delta/CDC/ELT patterns, robust pipelines, monitoring/recovery, data lineage & impact analysis, medallion architecture Bronze/Silver/Gold layers
- DWH & Cloud: Azure SQL / Data Lake / Synapse, AWS Redshift/S3, on‑prem SQL/Oracle – scalable data marts with a strong cost/benefit focus.
- Data Modeling: Atomic (Inmon) and Dimensional (Kimball), Data Vault (Linstedt), Domain‑Driven Design, clear lineage & contracts.
- MDM & Governance: Informatica MDM, IBM MDM, stewardship processes, data quality rules, survivorship/XREF, catalog/glossary, SIF/BES/REST publication.
- Analytics/BI: Power BI, SSAS, Cognos – business‑ready, maintainable data products.
Thorsten H.
Last position:
Head of Global Purchasing ad interim at Manufacturer of technical textiles (TIER 2/3)
Leading the global purchasing team for raw materials and indirect purchasing
Organizational development and role definition
Taking over the global logistics function
Developing a global transport strategy for 6 sites (DE, US, CN, VN)
Tender management
Defining logistics processes and mapping them in ERP Canias
Price and contract negotiations for raw materials and CAPEX
Implementing a global purchasing structure
Defining a qualification matrix and qualification requirements
Defining a product group strategy
Defining and implementing global logistics and transport standards
Reducing transport costs by 45 %
Lisa D.
Last position:
Transformation Architect Project & Process Management at Dilg GmbH
Development of the current-state process with integration of standardized software packages ERP/CRM/BDE/MES
GAP analysis including assessment of the technical capabilities of the existing machine park
Development of a future-state process to improve efficiency in the execution of customer projects in manufacturing
Identification and joint development of solution approaches
Tendering and selection process for an ERP system including BDE and MES capture
Integration of a tool management system
Building customer focus and communication
Introduction of a shop floor system in the company
Tendering and definition for the procurement of a new measuring machine according to DIN 9001
Appointment of key users including training
I work with a simple and clear approach that focuses on reviewing current processes, identifying gaps, and designing future states to improve efficiency and support growth.
I value open and honest communication, making sure every team member feels empowered and has room to develop their potential.
Throughout my career, I have optimized complex workflows in manufacturing, automation, and engineering.
Luca P.
Last position:
ERP Program Manager at Fiserv
The customer is undergoing a comprehensive transformation. All SAP ECC landscapes worldwide are being migrated to SAP S/4HANA, with the goal of introducing a standard template worldwide.
The program also includes the “RISE with SAP” migration and modernization program, which may involve migrating the landscapes of selected country installations to the SAP Private Cloud.
On the stakeholder side, the program reporting line extends to the company’s executive board and that of the implementation partner.
Fiserv Germany’s ERP landscape currently includes several non-standard SAP tools and applications that extend the functionality of the ECC environment and can often be integrated into downstream systems. As part of the transition to SAP S/4HANA, it is essential to assess the core functionality, integration points and future viability of these applications in order to determine their alignment with the target architecture.
The focus of the work is on providing expert advice and assessment to define the scope, strategy and roadmap for transitioning Fiserv Germany’s SAP ECC system to SAP S/4HANA.
The recommended best practices from SAP are followed and a structured approach is used to ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption while maximizing business value.
This assessment forms the basis for a successful SAP S/4HANA transformation and ensures alignment with industry best practices, regulatory compliance and future scalability.
Migration Strategy Definition – assessment of available transition approaches based on business objectives, technical feasibility and SAP Best Practices.
Technical Readiness Assessment – conducting a system analysis to assess compatibility, custom code impact, data volume management, integration points and infrastructure readiness for SAP S/4HANA.
Business Process Impact Analysis – reviewing the latest business process documentation to define the scope and effort required to implement the necessary functions in SAP S/4HANA and to identify opportunities for process optimization.
Roadmap for Non-SAP Systems and Applications – assessment of third-party and legacy applications regarding their integration with SAP S/4HANA and recommendation of consolidation, migration or replacement strategies.
Deployment & Implementation Planning – defining a phased approach for implementation, including project schedules, risk mitigation strategies and key milestones aligned with business priorities.
This transformation takes place in phases: the Discovery phase leads to the Explore phase, which is followed by the Design phase and finally implementation.
Program management
Change management
Requirements management
Transition management
Stakeholder management
Risk management
Comprehensive coordination
Ralph K.
Last position:
Product Owner / Business Owner at AXIS Management Consulting GmbH
- Full product responsibility from a business perspective: requirement analysis, UX design, product strategy, and go-to-market implemented without an internal dev team using fully AI-supported development (Claude Code / Anthropic)
- Technical differentiation: KRITIS-compliant air-gapped deployment (Windows/NSIS), GDT interface for PVS integration, DATEV-LODAS export for payroll
- Managed pilot operation with initial external client (Dormagen medical practice): structured requirement gathering, test support, error analysis, and release management
- Developed rollout and sales strategy for market entry in the segment of private practices and small medical centers
- Human-in-the-Loop development principle: business decision → AI implementation → manual review → approval → release – each sprint documented in Jira (TIME project), every change traceable via co-authored commits
- Product outcome: Tauri/Rust desktop app with GDT watcher, multi-tier model (Starter/Professional/Enterprise), cloud mirror on Hetzner/Traefik, complete ISMS framework based on ISO 27001 and BSI basic protection as product foundation
- Direct method validation for the test manager role: hands-on experience with quality assurance of AI-generated products from a user perspective, review gate discipline, release approval under GDPR and the EU AI Act
Holger K.
Last position:
Data Migration Sage 100 to Odoo at LRT Automotive
- SQL database development, design, documentation of procedures, functions, and triggers
- Migration of data from the Sage Line 100 database to Odoo
- DB design with MS SQL Server and SQL (T-SQL)
- Use of Power Query and Excel
David B.
Last position:
Acting Partner at Bliestal Consulting UG
- Redesigning cablewise infrastructure with CAT 8.1 keystones, measuring the speed and quality of the new installation with Pockethernet, documentation at a local saddlery
- CAT 8.1 installation and building a data center, site linking, VPN and VLAN configuration for a local car dealership, implementation of IT-Security standards like virus protection (G Data) and firewalling (OPNSense)
- Relocation of a tax office with redesign of the IT infrastructure, virus protection (G Data) and backup solutions (QNAP)
- Planning, conception and implementation of an inhouse data center, BSI-compliant for commercial laundry (including Proxmox-based virtualization of existing infrastructures, QNAP, G Data, OPNSense, APC)
- Implementation and conception of security solutions in the SME sector
- Collaboration on the IT-security concept for the Bremen network of authorities (in the dLAN network)
- Creation of IT-security concept VOIS (modules MESO, KFZ/iKFZ) including audit preparation for KBA
- Expansion of the IT-security concept for the online service for electronic residence registration (eWA) to include use as an eFA (one-for-all) service (nationwide)
- Expansion of the IT-security concept to include modules wos & wvp
- Concept development for the implementation of DIN SPEC 27076 at MSEs and SMEs
- Creation and evaluation of emergency concepts
- Creation and evaluation of response actions and BCM plans
- Assessment of existing business continuity management (ISO 22301)
- Development of BCM strategy options
- Conducting awareness training
Axel K.
Last position:
Project Manager
- ERP selection project at an automotive supplier in Regensburg to choose a successor system for a custom-built legacy solution
- Conducting interviews with specialist departments
- Creating a criteria catalog
- Organizing and running workshops
Uwe K.
Last position:
Software Architect / Developer at Manufacturer of packaging and filling machines in the pharmaceutical industry
- Migration of an Excel-based parameterization software into a .NET application based on .NET 8 and WPF.
- Use of MS SQL Server as the primary database with generic access to SQLite for portability.
- Reengineering of complex macros and database-like structures in Excel sheets for input dialogs and validations.
- Integration and optimization of the solution to ensure easy-to-use operation.
- System environment: Windows 10 (x64), MS SQL Server, SQLite, Visual Studio Pro. 2022 with .NET 8.0, C# with WPF, VBA scripting with Excel, GIT.
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Statistics of experts using Production Data Acquisition (BDE)
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
28 years
Position duration
2.7 years
Positions per freelancer
18
Top business areas
Project Management, Information Technology, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Information Technology
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Information Technology, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
70%
Master's degree or higher
26%
Doctorate
17%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
89%
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 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 Production Data Acquisition (BDE)
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.
Production Data Acquisition (BDE) experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (81%)
- Automotive (75%)
- Information Technology (64%)
- Professional Services (50%)
- Banking and Finance (31%)
- Education (28%)
- Food and Beverage (28%)
- Healthcare (28%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Transparent Shop Floor Data Collection
Production data acquisition, widely referred to as Betriebsdatenerfassung or BDE in German manufacturing, captures operational states directly at the machinery level. It bridges the gap between raw shop floor activity and enterprise planning, replacing manual shift logs with automated event tracking.
Core Architecture and Protocols
A resilient BDE setup links programmable logic controllers, industrial PCs, and barcode or RFID scanners directly into higher-level systems. Specialists configure standard interfaces like OPC UA and MQTT to transport state changes reliably to databases and manufacturing execution platforms.
Typical Project Deliverables
- Integration of machine terminals for shift logins, scrap registration, and order feedback
- Real-time machine status logging to determine precise setup, runtime, and downtime periods
- Automation of order reconciliation against enterprise resource planning schedules
- Creation of shop floor dashboards for shift leaders and plant managers
Industrial Ecosystem in Germany
Automotive suppliers, precision engineering firms, and chemical plants across Germany rely on BDE setups to maintain rigorous delivery schedules. These environments demand compliance with DIN standards and seamless alignment with established platforms like SAP ME, ProAlpha, or MPDV Hydra.
When to Bring in External Specialists
Internal automation teams often lack capacity during brownfield retrofit campaigns or major plant rollouts. External professionals deliver targeted expertise to extract data from legacy PLC hardware, configure terminal software, and ensure data integrity without disrupting active production cycles.
Hallmarks of Strong BDE Professionals
Top specialists combine industrial networking acumen with deep operational understanding of manufacturing workflows. They isolate signal noise at the sensor layer, design intuitive terminal interfaces for machine operators, and map shop floor states cleanly into upstream business logic.
Frequently asked questions
Key details about Production Data Acquisition (BDE), drawn from the questions we get asked most.
Production Data Acquisition (BDE) captures operational events across industrial workstations, such as order start times, production counts, cycle interruptions, and machine stoppages. It provides operational visibility, enabling plants to eliminate reporting lag and pinpoint manufacturing bottlenecks.
While MDE focuses strictly on automated machine counters, sensor values, and mechanical states, Betriebsdatenerfassung combines this technical telemetry with organizational context. It incorporates personnel logs, specific work orders, scrap reasons, and material consumption recorded by operators.
Modern implementations of BDE heavily rely on OPC UA and MQTT for machine-to-software communication. When integrating legacy equipment, specialists frequently deploy industrial fieldbus protocols, digital I/O modules, or proprietary serial drivers.
A well-structured production data acquisition system acts as an execution feed for platforms like SAP ERP, Infor, or dedicated MES layers. It automatically validates production runs against planned manufacturing orders and sends actual quantities and times back for accurate job costing.
Initial architecture planning, database modeling, and software integration can occur remotely. However, rolling out BDE systems across plants in Germany typically requires on-site presence for commissioning terminals, testing PLC connections, and training shift operators.
While technical configuration and data pipelines can be handled in English, shop floor coordination in Germany usually requires working German proficiency. Specialists must communicate directly with machine operators, shift supervisors, and plant maintenance teams to understand manual workflows.
A strong BDE professional demonstrates solid knowledge of industrial networking alongside practical experience with legacy machine controllers. They emphasize clean data modeling, minimal operator friction at input terminals, and resilient buffering to prevent data loss during network drops.
Accurate BDE solutions categorize exact machine states, distinguishing between planned maintenance, micro-stops, and scrap generation. This structured log supplies the underlying availability, performance, and quality metrics required to compute dependable OEE indicators.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Production Data Acquisition (BDE) in their recent projects is 114 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 908 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Production Data Acquisition (BDE) in their recent projects, 70% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 26% hold at least a Master's degree, and 17% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Production Data Acquisition (BDE) in their recent projects have 28 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 Production Data Acquisition (BDE) in their recent projects are German (100%), English (86%), and French (33%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Production Data Acquisition (BDE) in their recent projects are Manufacturing (81%), Automotive (75%), and Information Technology (64%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Production Data Acquisition (BDE) in their recent projects are Project Management (92%), Information Technology (78%), and Quality Assurance (75%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Production Data Acquisition (BDE)
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