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Collaborating with imc \u2013 Dr. Benedikt Meier GmbH provided us with vital support and drove significant progress during a challenging phase. The clear, objective external perspective proved especially valuable: key issues were addressed in a structured and well-founded manner\u2014ranging from SWOT analysis and the evaluation of process effectiveness and efficiency to the sharpening of our unique selling points and the further development of our corporate culture. We particularly appreciate their analytical strength, transparent working style, and ability to tackle even complex topics in a manner that is constructive, goal-oriented, and empathetic. This enables us to achieve sustainable improvements at all levels and purposefully advance key developments. Overall, we view this collaboration as a crucial element of our future growth and development.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>

Lutz Schmiemann<\/strong>, Managing Director \u00b7 SES GmbH & Co. KG<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>
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Collaborating with imc – Dr. Benedikt Meier GmbH brought the necessary structure and clarity to our company. A defining feature of this process was the partnership-based collaboration among equals; the imc team, the new management, and the staff formed a strong, unified team. Together, we succeeded in making customer and employee expectations transparent, realigning our processes, and establishing rigorous project and quality management. This close, trusting collaboration was a key factor to our success: decisions were shared, challenges were addressed openly, and solutions were driven forward decisively. This holistic approach did more than just solve specific problems; it drove about lasting improvements in collaboration and reliability across the entire organization.<\/p>\n

The results are clearly tangible for us: higher customer satisfaction, a stable workforce, and financial success reflected in the best EBIT in the company\u2019s history\u2014spanning over 100 years. Today, we are far more resilient and ideally positioned for the future.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>

Jens Zirkler, Lars Brandhorst<\/strong>, Managing Director \u00b7 Helmes Apparatebau GmbH & Co. KG, HL Anlagentechnik GmbH<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>
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Benedikt Meier’s quick and in-depth analysis of complex relationships, a high level of technical competence and the required degree of empathy were the decisive factors for the successful development and implementation of global innovation processes at thyssenkrupp Elevator AG<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>

Andreas Schierenbeck<\/strong>, former CEO \u00b7 thyssenkrupp Elevator AG<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>
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Benedikt Meier\u2019s professional and academic performance demonstrates his major scientific and technical contributions to the engineering practice and profession, both nationally and internationally. The UoN is proud to benefit from his expertise and experience in his role as Visiting Professor.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>

Professor Stefan Kaczmarczyk<\/strong>, University of Northampton (UoN)<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>
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Benedikt is positive, resilient, and extremely committed and engaged. Persistent whilst smart and flexible to adjust the way to the target. Great listener and communicator. Builds high performance teams by constructing over everyone\u2019s strengths. And what probably makes the difference: he truly cares. Cares for customer satisfaction, cares for his team, cares for the environment, cares for making an impact with his day-to-day job.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>

Dr. Beatriz Gonzales Torre<\/strong>, former PMO \u00b7 thyssenkrupp Elevator AG<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>
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Prof. Dr. Benedikt Meier\u2019s commitment to research and development, combined with his inspiring teaching, makes him a particularly valuable asset to our university and its mission in education and research. Furthermore, the collaborative projects he has initiated ensure a strong, sustainable partnership between industry and the university.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Berend Denkena<\/strong>, Leibniz Universit\u00e4t Hannover<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Every company faces unique challenges; the keys to success are the right strategy and consistent implementation. The following case studies demonstrate how measurable results and sustainable growth are achieved through structured management consulting, targeted process optimization, and clear leadership.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SMEs: Tank and Plant Construction<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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A medium-sized company specializing in tank and plant engineering faced major challenges: lengthy sales processes, inadequate post-merger integration, and rising customer dissatisfaction. The consequences included high employee turnover, a decline in quality, and poor business results.<\/p>\n

The goal was to build a sustainably stable and commercially successful company characterized by clear structures, high quality standards, and satisfied customers and employees.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Through targeted management consulting, clear expectations were defined in collaboration with employees and customers and translated into structured processes. Rigorous project management and a holistic focus on quality management and process optimization formed the foundation of the transformation.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The company achieved significantly higher customer satisfaction and a stable workforce structure, while also delivering convincing, sustainable, long-term, and economically successful results for shareholders. In 2025, the company recorded the highest EBIT in its more than 100-year history.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

SME:\u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><\/span>M<\/span>metal technology<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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A medium-sized metal engineering company was characterized by a lack of strategic development and inefficient processes. The resulting low margins increasingly weighed on profitability and hindered sustainable growth.<\/p>\n

The goal was to build a sustainably stable and successful company with a clear strategic direction, improved structures, and long-term growth potential. At the same time, the aim was to achieve a significant increase in profitability.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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As part of a structured management consulting process, a strategic realignment was carried out with a focus on portfolio optimization and investments in modern manufacturing technologies. In addition, internal processes were systematically optimized, and all measures were consistently implemented.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Result<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Effectiveness and efficiency were significantly increased across all areas of the business, resulting in double-digit growth in both revenue and profit. Today, the company is on a stable footing and optimally positioned for future growth.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

SMEs: Internet Service Providers<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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An internet service provider that had grown rapidly and organically was characterized by high service demands and inefficient processes. Dissatisfied employees, a lack of leadership structures, and inadequate management oversight led to declining efficiency and low margins.<\/p>\n

The goal was to build a sustainably stable and successful company with clear structures, an efficient organization, and improved leadership. At the same time, the aim was to increase profitability and enable growth.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Through targeted and structured strategy development, the vision and mission were refined and translated into concrete goals for all business units. This was complemented by portfolio optimization and adjustments to the organization and processes, moving towards flat, responsive structures.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Result<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

The company was successfully transitioned into a matrix organization characterized by clear areas of responsibility, structured project management, and consistent leadership. Proactive rather than reactive action enabled stable development and laid the foundation for further expansion.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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