SAP Business One Experts in Switzerland
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Switzerland, who have recently used SAP Business One
Thorsten O.
Last position:
Program / Project / IT Controller (ICT Controller) at Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport
Project Management Office: analysis and setup, master plan, standardized project planning (generic work breakdown structure according to HERMES), earned value management, milestone trend analysis.
Finance management at portfolio, program and project level.
Resource management and single point of contact for resource procurement (human resources / operating costs / investments).
Process management.
Implementation of a program management tool for unified program and project management.
Program controlling: finance management, earned value management, milestone trend analysis, consolidation of project budgets, actual costs and forecasts at the program level.
Variance analyses at program level.
Transition from total cost view to commitment credit view (federal administration terminology).
Calculation of available reserves (rolling), forecasts and scenarios.
Monthly, quarterly, half-year and annual reports, preparation of annual planning at program level, special analyses / ad-hoc reports.
Project controlling: support for project managers in project planning, earned value management, milestone trend analysis.
Review of projects for budget compliance, adherence to phases and schedules, deliverables, resource planning and deployment.
Variance analyses at project level, special analyses / ad-hoc reports.
Resource management: resource planning based on program and project plans, review of timesheets.
Supply chain (until April 2022): single point of contact for resource procurement (human resources / operating costs / investments).
Change management: involvement in change management for cost-relevant changes (change requests), tracking of service contract price for contract-related changes, participation in change control boards / decision boards at management level.
Establishment of controlling structures in a new Swiss federal agency (becoming a federal office as of January 1, 2024) since April 2022.
Credit monitoring with validation of actual costs and commitment values.
Resource management: cross-project resource planning (HRP).
Earned value analysis and milestone trend analysis for key ICT projects of the federal government.
Participation in the introduction of the JIRA Tempo module.
Tools & methods: HERMES 5.1 / Agile HERMES, Sciforma 7, JIRA, Confluence, Tempo, Signavio, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Office Prof., Excel-VBA.
Michael R.
Last position:
Project Manager, Hustler, & Hound "Project Metrics on the Internet" at Global-KPI
- Project management, hustler (identifying the full financial picture including sales, pitching, financial analysis, & business models) and hound (identifying real customer needs including research & analysis) to build a project metrics system on the Internet.
- The system allows users to make informed decisions to keep projects on track according to key data or to realign them when they deviate negatively from the plan.
- Providing a forecast alongside the current status.
- Automatic calculation and display of metrics based on user-entered project key data.
- Skills: project management, project metrics.
- Problem space: Co-Innovation Builder (CIB), corporate innovation team setup, team profile / team canvas, design thinking, highlighting people, creating customer personas, market exploration, defining the problem.
- Solution space: narrowing the problem, how to turn ideas into solutions, how to turn solutions into a concept, customer journey, business model canvas, value proposition canvas, prototyping, refining the prototype and business model canvas, final pitch.
Vitaly P.
Last position:
IT Project Manager UCC at Office for Informatics, Canton of Zurich
- Collaboration with and deputizing for the service manager for UCC (product owner)
- Interface management for UCC with other functionalities as part of the digital workplace
- Control of infrastructure tests and rollout, monitoring dependencies with other sub-projects
Rainer T.
Last position:
Managing Director at Tolksdorf.digital GmbH
- Independent consulting for digital transformation, quick checks and business case development
- Delivered systems and digital engineering, Industrie 4.0, workflow & AI agents
- Implemented digital sales and service solutions, KMU open source introduction, data migration, hosting and maintenance of customer IT systems
- Applied methods: Lean Innovation, ISO 9001:2015, Scrum; managed teams of 2–80 people and project volumes up to 22 Mi0 USD
David B.
Last position:
External Project Manager in the Supply Chain Network at DEUTZ AG
- Project management (SAP BN (Ariba) onboarding, support for SAP ECC and SAP TM for supplier topics)
- Standardization of global value creation processes
- Basic training as well as central contact person for suppliers and support for planners
Kevin L.
Last position:
Interim E-Commerce SME Consultant – Special Accounts at LÖWENSTARK Online Marketing GmbH
- Support of strategic clients 7-8 digit revenue (FMCG, textile & household goods) for marketplaces such as Amazon, ebay, Otto Markets, Conrad, Kaufland
- Strategic consulting, expansion workshops & campaign management
- Management of interfaces & listing feed tools: Channable, Perpetua, Magnalister, Marketplace Connect, Mirakl
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Statistics of experts using SAP Business One
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
25 years
Position duration
2 years
Positions per freelancer
18
Top business areas
Business Intelligence, Information Technology, Product Development
Top industries
Professional Services, Information Technology, Education
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Human Resources
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
80%
Certifications per freelancer
11
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
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 Switzerland 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 Switzerland using SAP Business One
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.
SAP Business One experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Professional Services (100%)
- Information Technology (83%)
- Education (67%)
- Transportation (67%)
- Manufacturing (67%)
- Government and Administration (67%)
- Construction (50%)
- Banking and Finance (50%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
SAP Business One focus
SAP Business One is an ERP system for smaller and mid-sized companies that need one place for finance, purchasing, sales, stock, and operations. It is often called SAP B1 or Business One. Strong specialists know how to shape the system around real processes instead of forcing teams to adapt to the software.
What it covers
- Financial accounting and closing tasks
- Sales orders, purchasing, and approvals
- Inventory, warehouse, and item data
- Reporting, dashboards, and alerts
- Add-ons and integrations with other systems
Common project work
Companies bring in freelance specialists for new implementations, process changes, upgrades, and rescue work after a messy setup. They also help when a company in Switzerland needs local language support, cross-border reporting, or a cleaner link between SAP Business One and ecommerce, CRM, or logistics tools.
Ecosystem and tools
SAP Business One projects often touch SQL Server, HANA, Crystal Reports, DI API, Service Layer, Boyum add-ons, and user-defined fields and tables. Good professionals understand data migration, permissions, posting logic, and how extensions behave after an update. They keep custom work stable and easy to support.
Signs you need help
- The chart of accounts or item structure no longer fits
- Users work around the system instead of in it
- Reporting is slow, incomplete, or inconsistent
- Integrations fail after changes or upgrades
- Processes differ by country, branch, or warehouse
What strong specialists do
A strong SAP Business One specialist asks how the business runs before changing settings. They map master data, approval flows, tax logic, and document handling with care. They also document changes clearly so internal teams can keep the system running after the project ends.
Frequently asked questions
Key details about SAP Business One, drawn from the questions we get asked most.
SAP Business One is used to run core business processes in one ERP system. Companies use it for finance, sales, purchasing, stock, and reporting when they want tighter control over daily operations. It is a common fit for businesses that need structure without a large, complex enterprise stack.
SAP B1 is usually weighed against other SMB ERP systems because it sits between simple accounting software and larger enterprise suites. It is strong when a company wants standard ERP processes plus room for add-ons, integrations, and reporting. The best choice depends on process depth, growth plans, and how much customization is needed.
A strong SAP Business One specialist usually also knows business processes, SQL, reporting, data migration, and integration work. Many projects need understanding of HANA or SQL Server, Crystal Reports, and API-based connections. Process analysis matters just as much as technical setup.
A small configuration task may only need a focused specialist, while an implementation, migration, or integration project needs someone who has handled end-to-end ERP work. SAP Business One projects become risky when the person only knows screens and not data, documents, and posting logic. For cleaner outcomes, look for evidence of similar business processes, not just product familiarity.
Yes. Many SAP Business One tasks can be handled remotely, especially analysis, configuration, testing, reporting, and integration support. On-site time helps when workshops, training, or warehouse and process reviews need direct observation in Switzerland.
Ask which modules they have configured, which integrations they have supported, and how they handle migrations and user testing. For SAP Business One, it also helps to ask how they work with master data, authorizations, and reporting issues. Good answers are specific to business processes, not generic ERP language.
A solid SAP Business One expert can explain how a change affects documents, approvals, inventory, and financial postings. They should be able to show a clear method for requirements, testing, rollback, and documentation. Watch for people who ask detailed questions about your process before suggesting a solution.
The most common SAP Business One projects are implementations, upgrades, data cleanup, integration work, reporting fixes, and support after go-live. Many companies also need help when an add-on no longer fits the current process. Freelancers are especially useful when internal teams need temporary depth for a specific phase.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Switzerland who have used SAP Business One in their recent projects is 132 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,057 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Switzerland who have used SAP Business One in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 80% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Switzerland who have used SAP Business One in their recent projects have 25 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Switzerland who have used SAP Business One in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (67%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Switzerland who have used SAP Business One in their recent projects are Professional Services (100%), Information Technology (83%), and Education (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Switzerland who have used SAP Business One in their recent projects are Business Intelligence (100%), Information Technology (100%), and Product Development (100%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used SAP Business One
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.
Countries:
- Germany
- Switzerland
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