Success Stories
Written with Data
Telling data, crunching stories?
Every business has a story. Not all of them are the glossy brochure version, but the real, gritty narrative of challenges conquered and insights uncovered. Our case studies aren't just spreadsheets and bar graphs—they're human journeys through the tangled landscape of data.
From bustling retail to precision manufacturing to boardrooms across the DACH region and beyond, we've seen it all. And here's the thing: while every business is beautifully unique, there's a universal truth that connects them.
Data isn't a cold, unfeeling master. It's a tool—a powerful ally designed to serve people, not the other way around. We don't just crunch numbers; we translate complex data landscapes into meaningful strategies that help humans make smarter decisions.
Each case study is a testament to this philosophy: real challenges, real solutions, real human impact. Want to peek behind the curtain and see how data transforms businesses? Buckle up—these stories are anything but boring.
Getränke Hoffmann: building an adaptable planning system
The retail company is experiencing rapid growth, primarily through acquisitions. This inorganic expansion demands flexibility in controlling processes. With a highly decentralized structure currently spanning three legal entities, the organization regularly needs to integrate new branches into its overall planning framework. This could not be done with Excel ... read more.
Mitsui Chemicals: Chaos to AI-driven planning miracle
Mitsui Chemicals Europe experienced a planning revolution with HICO-Group and Jedox! The previous solution was not only a time waster, but also too inflexible for the dynamic market requirements. By switching to a customized Jedox platform with AI-powered forecasting, Mitsui achieved an impressive forecast accuracy of up to 95% and that's just the beginning ... read more.
R&S Group: The Cloud is not the limit!
On becoming a self-service champion: R&S Group revolutionized its Jedox environment with HICO! The existing planning solution struggled with performance issues and inefficient processes until the HICO Group carried out a comprehensive optimization and Azure cloud migration. Seamless integration and improved rights management dramatically increased system ... read more.
Schmolz & Bickenbach: Real-Time Data Solutions for Steel Experts
Outdated SAP reporting left no room for flexible views by product group or region at SCHMOLZ & BICKENBACH. In just five days, HICO‑Group deployed Qlik Sense—transforming half‑day data prep into instant, self‑service sales cockpits. The result: live metrics, intuitive dashboards, and empowered users… read more.
MVV: Faster, Smarter ESG Reporting with HICO and Power BI
MVV Netze revolutionized their ESG reporting with a tailored Power BI solution from the HICO-Group! Outdated Excel-based processes were slow, error-prone, and couldn’t keep up with the increasing demands of ESG compliance. With a fully automated, integrated platform powered by Talend and TRUECHART, MVV now delivers accurate ESG and business data at speed ... read more.
Qiagen: paving the way for smarter, integrated reporting
As a global leader in molecular diagnostics, QIAGEN knew that real insights require more than just data—they demand clarity, speed, and flexibility. To meet growing business needs and ensure transparency across all levels, QIAGEN replaced its slow and fragmented reporting tools with a dynamic BI solution. With the help of the HICO-Group, Qlik Sense and ... read more.
Sulzer: making global data speak one language
With data spread across 15+ systems and operations in over 40 countries, Sulzer needed a smarter way to generate insights. Together with HICO-Group, they implemented QlikView and TRUECHART to enable fast, IBCS-compliant reporting across departments. Manual processes were replaced, transparency increased—Excel just couldn’t keep up... read more.
PPRO: Streamlining Financial Planning for Global Payments
Excel‑based planning hit its limits at PPRO as transaction volumes and complexity grew. HICO‑Group implemented a Jedox platform integrated with the data warehouse—automating actuals updates and monthly plan adjustments. The solution delivers real‑time vs. historical insights across products and regions, accelerating decisions and boosting… read more.
Siemens: guiding decisions with data that talks back
QlikView no longer met the strategic needs of Siemens' Procurement team — lacking personalization, speed, and modern usability. Together with HICO, Siemens implemented a future-ready Qlik Sense® solution enhanced by TRUECHART and MENUBAR. The result: guided, IBCS®-compliant dashboards, intuitive navigation, and efficient workflows that ... read more.
Pernod Ricard: streamlining HR with smart planning
Manual Excel sheets were slowing down HR reporting. Inaccurate data, time-consuming processes, and delayed insights made efficient personnel cost planning a challenge. With the help of HICO-Group and a tailored Jedox solution, reporting is now automated, centralized, and error-free. HR decisions are faster, more reliable and ready to scale... read more.
LSG Group: smartening up executive reporting
Manual reports, unreliable data, and slow processes were holding back executive insights at LSG Group. With Qlik Sense and TRUECHART, implemented by HICO-Group, reporting is now automated, IBCS-compliant, and interactive. Comments, validations, and user-specific views are all streamlined—turning complexity into clarity and speed... read more.
Landgeflügel: boosting process visibility with Qlik Sense
Relying on Excel was no longer enough for Landgeflügel’s complex production and logistics. With HICO-Group’s support, a tailored Qlik Sense solution now integrates key data into clear, interactive dashboards—enabling real-time insights, flexible analysis, and smarter decisions across the board... read more.
Möhl: tradition meets data-driven decision-making
Relying on Excel and legacy systems was no longer sustainable for Möhl’s growing data needs. With support from HICO-Group, a modern BI stack—featuring Talend, SQL-DWH, and Power BI—now enables automated reporting, deeper insights, and more transparency across the entire business... read more.
localsearch: unifying data for smarter business decisions
Fragmented BI tools made it hard for localsearch to get a clear picture of performance. With HICO-Group, a centralized Qlik Sense® solution now brings all data together—enhanced with TRUECHART and STRUCTUREBUILDER4Sense for seamless reporting, smart commenting, and clear structures. More insights, less effort... read more.
Gruner AG: scaling project planning with integrated BI
With thousands of projects and hundreds of managers, Excel-based planning at Gruner AG had reached its limits. Together with HICO-Group, a seamless Jedox–Qlik integration replaced manual processes—automating planning, increasing transparency, and connecting data from planning to reporting... read more.
VOIT Automotive: real‑time data for immediate decisions
To speed up data‑driven decisions, VOIT Automotive adopted a modern BI platform. With HICO’s support, Qlik Sense replaced slow, manual SQL queries—automating data processes and unifying multiple sources. Users now build interactive drag‑and‑drop analysis apps, achieving near‑instant data availability, greater transparency, and smarter decisions... read more.
