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Real Impact Consulting Services

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A PRACTICAL PORTFOLIO OF SERVICES

PICK THE SERVICE THAT FITS YOUR CHALLENGE

H&Z services are built for one thing: measurable impact. Each offering combines sharp diagnosis with hands on delivery, helping organisations improve performance, reduce cost, strengthen resilience and accelerate digital progress where it matters most. Explore the solutions below to find the right entry point, from performance improvement across operations and engineering, to end to end procurement and value creation, to digital and AI programmes that move beyond pilots. Every engagement is tailored to your priorities, designed to work in the real organisation, and delivered with clear accountability from strategy through implementation.

Tailored Consulting

OUR CORE SERVICES

From strategy design to hands-on delivery, H&Z develops tailored concepts that create measurable impact.

Procurement

Unlocking external value through smarter sourcing and stronger supply.
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Operational Excellence

We improve operations end to end by reducing costs, freeing up cash and increasing performance with measurable impact.
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Product Improvement

Cut costs, accelerate engineering and build scalable architectures for faster decisions and better products.
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Organisational Efficiency

Reduce SG&A, redesign operating models and build leaner structures with measurable EBITDA impact.
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Digital & AI

Transforming business performance through intelligent digital solutions.
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Corporate Restructuring

Guiding organisations through critical transformations and turnaround recovery.
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Sales & Customer Experience

Creating commercial systems that grow revenue and deepen loyalty.
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We have achieved our goals and the success of the project is already measurable. We would like to thank aneon for the flawless implementation and plan to continue on this path with aneon solutions.

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Martin Schoder
Corporate Vice President Strategic Procurement
SILTRONIC AG
Christian Wallstabe

In global competition, we must continuously increase our efficiency and speed. Together with H&Z, we have reorganised our order and implementation process to meet this challenge. The established methodology, proven expertise in the automotive sector and pragmatic approach of the H&Z team were the factors that made the difference for us.

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Christian Wallstabe
CEO
Wallstabe & Schneider
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I was able to see a glimpse of the detailed work that was undertaken from H&Z to support this exercise and I thought it was amazing. In fact, I was so impressed that I am convinced there are learnings for everyone in a leadership position in our organization.

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Michael Parden
CEO
B. Braun

H&Z.digital is characterized by not only mapping the status quo in a solution, but also thinking ahead and being able to develop and implement technological ideas that fit our business (…).

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Jessica Muthweiler
Head of Business Intelligence
URSAPHARM
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We have transformed our value reporting into a variance-oriented standard reporting based on a unified data foundation with the use of SAP SAC.

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Ursula Urbas
Vice President Corporate Controlling
Knorr-Bremse AG
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We work more efficiently today, and our products are improving. This saves time and money – and increases our responsiveness to customers.

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Timo Budzinski
Head of Sustainability
Vossloh Fastening Systems
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H&Z and rpc not only delivered a strategy – they gave us clarity, confidence, and practical tools to lead our global Aftersales transformation. Their external perspective was both challenging and inspiring – exactly what we needed to take Aftersales operations to the next level.

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Gerhard Sturm
SVP Global Sales & Service
Palfinger AG
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What really stood out was how H&Z partnered with us—not just as consultants, but as true co-creators. They worked hand in hand with our teams across functions, countries, and levels to make this transformation real.

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Christian Brüggemann
SVP Indirect Procurement
B. Braun
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The cooperation was characterised by a high level of professionalism, swift and precise support, and a consistently structured approach.

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Kira Brings
Programme Management Smart City
Mönchengladbach

Working with H&Z was a refreshing experience. They delivered on their commitments, supported execution in a very pragmatic way, and helped further improve our team’s performance. I would be happy to work with them again.

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Claus Nottbrock
Executive Director Business Operations & Strategic Transformation
SEBN

WHY LEADING EXECUTIVES TRUST H&Z

At H&Z we combine head, heart and hand to deliver more than concepts. We drive measurable transformation. Our approach bridges strategy and execution, ensuring every initiative creates lasting business impact.

  • Proven results: measurable performance gains and cost savings across industries
  • End-to-end delivery: from strategic design to hands-on implementation
  • Trusted by leaders: awarded as hidden champions and best consultants for more than 10 times in a row 
  • People-centric: we foster change by engaging teams at every level, not just the boardroom
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OUR INSIGHTS

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Article
02.09.2026

Together with the city of Mönchengladbach we developed a systematic approach to measuring the impact of smart city initiatives and to embedding them sustainably.

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Strategy Paper
13.08.2026

Europe’s defence ramp-up will be decided by industrial execution: how quickly manufacturers can scale production, strengthen the supply base and decide at the pace of demand.

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Strategy Paper
10.08.2026

The logic of ‘homes passed’ first, monetisation later is faltering. Fibre-optic companies must reassess their operational and legal options to secure a future in the market.

Mastering Strategic Challenges

LET US HELP ACHIEVE YOUR OBJECTIVES

No two organisations face the same challenge, so no standard playbook fits. Our experts build solutions around your priorities, from strategy to implementation.

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Jonas Harm

Head of H&Z Management Consulting
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Sven Steinert

Head of H&Z Management Consulting