DB SYSTEL

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Interim Management

DB Systel was in the midst of optimizing its internal corporate communications. Corinna Schmidt was commissioned to analyze communication strategies, develop new formats, and support internal campaigns as a project manager to increase efficiency.

IT security and digitalization partner of Deutsche Bahn
EUR 1.2 bn revenue in 2023
7,000 employees in Germany

Tasks & scope:

  • Analysis and optimization of internal communication channels in terms of reach, quality, acceptance, and innovation
  • Conducting requirements workshops with stakeholders to define strategic communication needs
  • Development of a company-wide communication strategy, incl. creative formats (text, video, audio) for social media (LinkedIn, C-level)
  • Creation of a communication concept and roadmap for implementing strategic corporate content
  • Project management and change communication for internal campaigns to optimize the time booking rate
  • Campaign planning, creative concept development, and roll-out, incl. evaluation and tracking of measures
  • Presentation and alignment of the communication strategy with stakeholders and C-level

Results & achievements:

  • Optimization of internal communication channels through data-driven analyses and strategic recommendations for action
  • Successful implementation of new communication formats (text, video, audio) to better convey strategic content
  • Increased internal acceptance of new communication measures, particularly through social media formats on LinkedIn
  • Effective internal campaign to improve the time booking rate, with a measurable increase in participation
  • Successful presentation of the communication strategy at C-level, strengthening strategic communication.

Project duration: 9 months

Client: DB Systel

Skills: Communication, project management, marketing, C-level communication