Agile Transformation at Pickert & Partner

The transformation process addressed a range of relevant topics, each of which can also stand alone. These included:

• The Future Conference as a common starting point – Because agility cannot be introduced with traditional management methods.
• Vision and Mission – As the most important reference point for organizational development and self-responsible action under complex conditions.
• A Values Dialogue – As a response to the question of „HOW?“ we want to fulfill our vision and collaborate.
• Roles and Mentors – As a replacement for rigid hierarchies.
• Involvement of all employees in organizational development.
• Agile Work Organization – In all company areas.
  
  

The Story

In 2016, we first came into contact with Pickert & Partner. The managing director was in the process of finalizing the acquisition of IDOS GmbH and faced the challenge of integrating the two companies. Early discussions quickly revealed that this would not be a simple integration. Instead, the idea was to use this opportunity to fundamentally restructure the organization.

Sven Rimmelspacher, owner and managing director at Pickert & Partner, describes the situation at the time as follows:

“Through the acquisition, we are growing to over 50 employees, and I immediately ask myself whether I need another management level or not. This is a typical critical company size that is often the subject of various seminars on business growth. But do I really want that? Do I want more bureaucracy, more hierarchical and departmental thinking, and more of ‘That’s not my job’? No – I do not! Deep down, I have long been thinking about doing things differently. And I mean really differently! Why do I need hierarchies? Why do I need departments? Why shouldn’t we pursue paths that I already believe are right?”

Under the headings “Agility” and “New Work,” many ideas are discussed that address these questions. The employees at Pickert & Partner decided to fundamentally rethink their company, and we had the privilege of accompanying them on this journey.