"Simplicity First": Turck Holding Optimizes IT Structure with a New Strategy

Increased efficiency and streamlined processes through a sustainable IT strategy: With the support of TIMETOACT GROUP, Turck Holding GmbH has restructed its IT organization to ensure it is future-ready. 

Should the internal IT department continue to grow, or would it be more effective to outsource specific tasks to external partners and streamline internal processes? These and other questions were posed by Michael Hinz at the end of 2023. His mission as the newly appointed Chief Information Officer (CIO) of Turck Holding GmbH: to redefine the IT strategy for this long-established company. 

Turck employs around 5,000 people worldwide in the development and production of components for factory, process, and logistics automation. In Germany alone, more than 2,500 employees work at locations in Mülheim an der Ruhr, Halver, Beierfeld, and Detmold to create digitally connected solutions for efficient automation systems. Information technology plays a pivotal role in this company, which was founded in 1965. 

One key outcome was the decision to outsource certain IT tasks to external partners, allowing Turck’s internal team to focus on core processes. This lean approach enables a leaner, more efficient organization and accelerates internal processes. 

The realignment has already demonstrated tangible results, such as during the SAP contract negotiations, where TIMETOACT GROUP also provided advisory support. The newly negotiated agreement is tailored to Turck’s specific needs and ensures a smooth cloud migration for the company’s SAP landscape. 

With its new IT strategy, Turck has not only laid the groundwork for a more efficient organization but has also successfully implemented tangible projects. From redesigning the SAP contract to consolidating middleware and issuing a tender for a comprehensive IT support system, the collaboration with TIMETOACT GROUP has provided critical momentum for shaping the future direction of Turck’s IT landscape.