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SAC has comprehensive expertise in advising on strategic transformation processes in the automotive industry – for OEMs, automotive suppliers, and adjacent industries
Alongside our clients' management, SAC creates substantial and lasting improvements – trustful, collaborative, and reliable
When advising clients, SAC places utmost importance on maintaining quality standards and upholding professional values – all while following an approach of analytical precision and sound pragmatism
The sole justification for SAC's existence lies in the high quality of its consultancy, ensuring that it imparts lasting and substantial added value to its clients
The sole justification for SAC's existence lies in the high quality of its consultancy, ensuring that it imparts lasting and substantial added value to its clients
The sole justification for SAC's existence lies in the high quality of its consultancy, ensuring that it imparts lasting and substantial added value to its clients
With my extensive BMW history as a Ph.D. automotive engineer and a long tenure at McKinsey, I combine profound and broad expertise in the automotive industry with equally extensive knowledge in business and consulting.
I founded SAC in 2013 with the aspiration to provide our clients with a substantial and long-term added value through maximum quality in every action we take. SAC was meant to be more than just another consultancy.
I am grateful that over the past ten years, I have been able to continuously attract new reputable clients through my passion for automobiles and the high quality of SAC’s services. We have established SAC in the consulting market and actively contributed to shaping the transformation process in the automotive and mobility industry.
For me, delivering excellent consulting work means not only finding fact-based, optimal solutions but also demonstrating a strong commitment to the client organization and, above all, fostering genuine teamwork.
In addition to my role as a partner at SAC, I am a professor of corporate management at OTH Regensburg. My focus is on strategy development and internationalization. At SAC, I have the opportunity to put these topics into practice and, at the same time, continually receive relevant insights that enrich my teaching
Focus & Expertise
Over the past years, I have worked extensively on brand and product strategy in the context of vehicle projects. Through a combination of strategic thinking and technical understanding, I was able to support clients around the world in developing unique brands and defining high-level vehicle targets for vehicle development. In addition to brand and product strategy, I was able to demonstrate my skills in numerous other projects, such as developing market entry strategies for EV start-ups, cost analysis in the area of additive manufacturing technologies, developing circular economy strategies and conducting due diligence audits.
Background
I received my Master’s degree in Business Administration from the Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg and a PhD from the University of St. Gallen. In my doctoral thesis, I addressed the transformation in the automotive industry from vehicles with a conventional combustion engine to electric vehicles and analyzed corresponding impact on the value chain. In my spare time, I like to hike in the mountains, play the guitar.
What excites me about SAC?
The focus on current issues in the automotive industry, highest quality standards, the international focus, and the enthusiasm of all employees for automobiles make SAC unique for me. It always pleases me to see how the combination of professionalism and strong team spirit makes outstanding achievements possible.
Focus & Expertise
The enthusiasm for alternative drives became apparent during my studies in practical projects in the field of hydrogen. Besides general knowledge about the automotive industry, I was able to deepen my expertise on e-fuels during my bachelor thesis in close cooperation with SAC. The focus of the study was to identify innovations along the value chain based on expert interviews and to evaluate the development of future production costs for e-fuels. The following full-time position at SAC opened the door to apply the gained e-fuel expertise in practice.
Background
I deepened my automotive affinity with my bachelor’s degree in automotive engineering from the University of Applied Sciences Munich. The combination of business and technological knowledge enables me to operate in a broad spectrum of automotive-related topics. In addition to my studies, I was also able to gain experience in project management in the motorsport department of ADAC.
What excites me about SAC?
As a true “car guy”, I am particularly pleased to see that the passion for vehicles is not only noticeable in project activities but is deeply anchored in the identity of the whole team. Even beyond the daily business context, it is noticeable that the colleagues have “petrol running in their veins”. Team events such as visits to the Nürburgring with the company’s own racing car or joint competitions in professional racing simulators are a highlight.
Focus & Expertise
From day 1 at SAC I was part of a project analyzing the strategies of OEMs regarding EV battery recycling. EV batteries and battery recycling developed into my main focus and further projects in this area followed. Besides other projects in the field of e-mobility, one of my functional focus areas is PMO.
Background
Before moving to Munich and joining SAC, I already worked for a consulting boutique in Frankfurt for 3 years. I have a General MBA from Quantic Business School Washington, am a Scrum Master and before becoming a consultant I worked as an evangelical pastor, most recently in Jerusalem and have a degree in Ev. Theology from the University of Heidelberg. In my free time, I love mountaineering in summer as well as winter, freeriding and surfing.
What excites me about SAC?
At SAC, I get to experience the current transformation of the automotive industry from the front row. I get to experience and shape at first hand how the most exciting industry for me is changing. The fact that 2/3 of our customers come from abroad makes the work here even more exciting for me.
Focus & Expertise
Shortly after joining SAC, I gained my first experience as a consultant. In my first project, we advised a Chinese automotive manufacturer on the development of a brand and portfolio strategy. This was the perfect opportunity to contribute my expertise in brand and product strategy. In this project, I was able to manage and implement my own workflows, which I believe makes for an optimal learning process. The most exciting part of the project was presenting the results and strategic recommendations to the client’s top management.
Background
I have a Master’s degree in Economics from Humboldt University in Berlin and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Freiburg. Prior to joining SAC, I gained professional experience in venture capital and investment banking. In my free time, I like to go on road bike tours around the Munich area or visit the numerous beer gardens and pubs to enjoy a few beers and delicious food. Furthermore, I am a big fan of soccer and American football.
What excites me about SAC?
The team is truly dedicated to making SAC’s motto “Inspiring Leaders” a reality, resulting in excellence in the work we do on a daily basis. This creates a work environment that allows me to reach my full potential and fosters my personal growth and ambitions. In addition to the world-class consulting methods and automotive expertise within the company, I especially appreciate the team spirit at SAC and how we support each other. This team spirit is not only lived out in everyday work, but also at company events such as the Summer Camp or at the Oktoberfest.
Focus & Expertise
As an energy technology engineer, my expertise is particularly on topics related to the value chain of Li-ion batteries and their recycling as well as the hydrogen industry. Nevertheless, my broad exposure at SAC allowed me to develop deep knowledge in topics such as brand and product strategy in the small vehicle sector as well as sustainability strategy.
Background
With a degree in mechanical engineering (majoring in power engineering), I pursued a technical-academic career with a strong focus on research and development. Although I completed internships in a wide variety of topics – from smart grids to hydrogen economics – I gained a lot of international project experience through volunteer work.
What excites me about SAC?
When I decided to enter management consulting after graduation, I was often warned that in this field you would trade thematic depth for intellectual flexibility. SAC brilliantly and uncompromisingly combines both aspects, so I can proudly say that we combine both top-notch consulting best practices and deep automotive expertise in our team.
With vehicles becoming increasingly interconnected and their growing connectivity to the environment, telecommunications companies are gaining much more importance in the mobility market. SAC evaluates market developments and specific market opportunities for telecommunications companies, deriving strategies to leverage them.
One of the central challenges for the widespread use of e-mobility is the rapid expansion of the charging infrastructure. SAC provides support along the entire value chain to identify opportunities and develop charging infrastructure strategies.
Financing and leasing services are fundamental pillars for the profitability of car manufacturers and dealers. As the industry undergoes transformation, numerous challenges arise along the entire automotive value chain.
SAC assists clients in identifying opportunities in the financial sector and adapting their service offerings to the changing needs of customers.
As a result of a declining oil business, oil companies are increasingly trying to diversify and are looking for sustainable business areas beyond their previous path. SAC assists companies in identifying market potentials and developing corresponding strategies for market entry.
In the wake of the transition to Industry 4.0, mechanical engineering companies face significant challenges. Due to the rapid pace of innovation, the automotive sector is a frontrunner in the manufacturing industry. SAC supports mechanical engineering companies in identifying new business areas and in developing go-to-market strategies.
The automotive and mobility sector is facing a fundamental change. Regulatory, technical and social changes are having a significant impact on the future of the mobility industry. For example, individual transport and public transport are merging more strongly through digitization. Also sharing concepts for cars, bicycles and e-bikes are becoming more and more attractive. These changes in the market demand fast reactions and innovative solutions from companies. SAC supports companies in this challenge and develops the mobility concepts of the future together with its clients.
Increasing regulations, new technologies, and an exceedingly dynamic market environment are intensifying pressure on the automotive industry. SAC assists companies in identifying growth opportunities, promoting innovation processes, and complying with new regulations.
The successful establishment of a new vehicle brand or the expansion of a brand into other countries requires the creation of a strong/differentiated and clearly defined brand. SAC supports in customer-centric brand development with a clearly defined vision, mission, and values.
In the rapidly changing automotive industry, both established OEMs and new companies are bringing innovative vehicles to the market. SAC assists, among other things, with the strategic orientation of the product range and with the definition of vehicle objectives.
Corporations and SMEs currently need to adapt to new conditions more than ever and undergo numerous transformation processes. SAC supports companies in pragmatically bringing projects to success through stringent and agile leadership combined with technical expertise.
The profound transformation in the automotive and mobility sector requires new strategic approaches. M&A transactions provide companies with an option to strengthen their position in the market. SAC supports investors in finding suitable investment targets, conducts due diligence checks, and accompanies the M&A process to a successful deal closing
Successfully establishing a new vehicle brand or expanding a brand into other countries requires the development of local sales and service structures. SAC assists in both scenarios by customizing the setup of the network and adapting it according to the market requirements and the brand’s objectives.
Konzerne und KMUs stehen zunehmend vor der Herausforderung einen relevanten Beitrag zur Bekämpfung der Klimakrise leisten zu müssen und CO2-neutral zu werden. SAC entwickelt für Unternehmen ein CO2-Steuerungssystem, das eine kostenoptimale CO2-Einsparung über die gesamte Wertschöpfungskette hinweg erlaubt.
Additive manufacturing technologies have rapidly evolved and now represent an alternative to traditional manufacturing methods in certain areas, even for larger quantities. SAC analyzes cost developments for companies, evaluates potential sales markets, and identifies suitable business models.
In the context of decarbonizing the transport sector, Synfuels can represent a meaningful alternative. SAC already highlighted this in 2020 in the white paper “The Path Towards Low-CO2 Mobility. New Perspectives on the Transportation and Energy Transition in Germany”. Following the study, SAC developed a cost model for Synfuels that displays the evolution of production costs for Synfuels by region and the technologies used over time.
Regulatory requirements and risks in sourcing of battery raw materials (e.g. price volatility, geopolitical conflicts) are forcing OEMs to establish closed material cycles. SAC supports OEMs in the conception and implementation of an overall raw material, battery and recycling strategy. For recycling companies, SAC evaluates business models and go-to-market strategies.
While most passenger car manufacturers show strong progress in the electrification of their portfolios, many commercial vehicle manufacturers are still at the beginning of the electrification of their models. SAC evaluates the regulatory framework, technical and market opportunities for OEMs and suppliers and derives clear strategic recommendations for action.
Während die meisten PKW-Hersteller in der Elektrifizierung ihres Portfolios bereits fortgeschritten sind, befinden sich Nutzfahrzeug-Hersteller in vielen Fällen erst am Anfang der Elektrifizierung ihrer Modelle. SAC bewertet für OEMs und Zulieferer die regulatorischen, technischen und marktwirtschaftlichen Möglichkeiten und leitet klare strategische Handlungsempfehlungen ab.
Due to the increasing share of software in vehicles, the automotive industry is facing a radical change in E/E architecture. SAC supports companies in making strategic use of this change and identifying market opportunities.
In order to ensure sustainable mobility, cities and municipalities need to develop modern mobility concepts. SAC supports the development of such mobility concepts in interaction with IT and telecommunications technologies.
