That’s what it’s all about

Challenges in introducing, adapting, and integrating Polarion® into existing processes, structures, and tool landscapes.

Benefits

A well-designed Polarion® improves process integration, increases transparency, and supports efficient work.

Use case

An energy supplier increases efficiency because requirements and changes are integrated, traceable, and linked in Polarion®.

Challenges

For over fifteen years, we have been supporting companies with Siemens Polarion® Consulting to master industry-specific challenges in product and software development in a forward-looking manner.

Performance optimization

Our experts analyze your ALM software Siemens Polarion® in a targeted manner to enable noticeably more efficient use.

Special extensions

We advise you on how to tailor Polarion® to your individual needs – for advanced features that boost your success.

Integration with third-party systems

We optimize data exchange in your Siemens Polarion® projects through seamless connections to external systems.

Data migration

Master the switch to Polarion®: we ensure the seamless transfer of your data and complete traceability at every step.

Insufficient RE analysis

We help you define your ALM management requirements with Siemens Polarion® to ensure project efficiency.

Industry-specific customization

With our expertise, you can tailor Polarion® to your industry requirements—for maximum efficiency and customized processes.

Lack of best practices

Our consulting services guarantee a smooth Polarion® implementation based on proven methods for sustainable results.

Security and compliance

Secure your processes: Our Polarion® consulting services guarantee the highest standards and support you in complying with all regulations.

Lack of expertise

Want to get the most out of Polarion®? We provide you with the expertise you need to implement customizations and get the most out of the system.

Missing audit trails

We ensure that every action is documented in Polarion®. The goal: complete transparency and traceability.

Custom dashboards

We offer consulting services for creating customized reports and dashboards in Polarion® – clear, efficient, and intuitive.

Post-implementation support

Our experts will support you to ensure that your Polarion® runs efficiently in the long term and is always optimally tailored to your needs.

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Industries

Our Siemens® Polarion Consulting covers various industries. We develop customized ALM approaches for each industry that are tailored to its specific requirements.

Energy

Revolution instead of evolution: transforming the energy sector with advanced consulting and future-proof ALM approaches.

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FAQ

Well-founded answers to frequently asked questions about the challenges of Siemens Polarion® Consulting. Find out how you can advance your development project with us and achieve optimal results.

Siemens Polarion® can be flexibly adapted to your company’s needs by offering individually configurable workflows, dashboards, and reports. Industry-specific requirements can be covered through customized extensions and integrations. Our experts support you in designing efficient processes and seamlessly integrating Siemens Polarion® into your existing IT landscape.

To enhance the functionality of Siemens Polarion®, special extensions such as user-defined workflows, API integrations, and plug-ins can be implemented to support specific reporting functions, test management, or the automation of approval processes, for example. These extensions optimize efficiency, increase transparency, and tailor Siemens Polarion® specifically to your business requirements.

By expanding Siemens Polarion® with professional consulting, additional functions such as integrated requirements management, advanced reporting dashboards, automated test processes, and extended interfaces to third-party applications can be added. These customizations enable seamless integration into existing workflows and increase the efficiency and flexibility of your project processes.

The implementation time for individual Siemens Polarion® extensions depends on the complexity and specific requirements. Small adjustments can be implemented in a few days, while comprehensive extensions or integrations can take several weeks to a few months. Precise planning and close coordination with our consultants ensure fast and smooth implementation.

Siemens Polarion® can be seamlessly integrated into your existing third-party systems via standardized interfaces, APIs, and user-defined connectors. This enables real-time data exchange and synchronization of information to efficiently connect company-wide processes. Our experts develop customized integration solutions that are optimally tailored to your IT landscape.

Integrating Siemens Polarion® with other systems offers your company numerous advantages: It enables a seamless flow of information, improves collaboration between teams and departments, and increases efficiency through automation and centralized data management. This reduces errors, increases transparency, and allows decisions to be made faster based on more complete data.

Siemens Polarion® can be integrated with a wide range of external systems, including PLM and ALM systems, ERP and CRM platforms, and test and build tools. Common integrations include systems such as Jira®, Confluence®, Bitbucket®, Bamboo®, IBM DOORS®, HelixALM®, Jama®, Tessy®, Exam®, Redmine®, Agosense®, Nextedy®, GitLab®, GitHub®, and Jenkins®. These connections ensure company-wide data harmonization, which increases efficiency, traceability, and quality assurance in your projects.

Yes, integrating external systems through our consulting services offers significant advantages for data exchange. It enables seamless connections between Siemens Polarion® and other enterprise systems, synchronizing data in real time. This promotes more efficient collaboration, reduces manual entries, and minimizes errors. Our customized integrations also improve transparency and optimize your business processes.

The performance of your Siemens Polarion® ALM software can be improved through targeted measures such as optimized server configuration, regular database maintenance, efficient indexing, and the removal of unnecessary data. In addition, customized caching strategies and workflow adjustments help reduce system load. Our experts analyze your environment and develop customized optimization solutions.

Various measures are taken to optimize the performance of Siemens Polarion®, such as fine-tuning the server architecture, optimizing database access, regular maintenance, efficient caching, and adapting workflows. In addition, load balancing and the removal of unnecessary data can improve system performance. Our experts identify bottlenecks and implement targeted solutions for sustainable improvements.

After performance optimization with Siemens Polarion®, you can expect noticeable improvements such as faster loading times, more efficient workflows, shorter response times to user requests, and more stable system performance. This leads to increased overall productivity, an improved user experience, and less downtime. It also increases your capacity to manage large amounts of data and complex projects with ease.

Siemens Polarion® Consulting helps optimize performance by conducting a detailed review of system performance and data processing. We identify weaknesses and make targeted adjustments to configurations, database access, and workflows. Through customized optimizations, we ensure that Polarion® continues to run smoothly and efficiently even as data volumes and user requirements increase, thereby guaranteeing consistent performance.

To ensure that no data is lost during the migration to Siemens Polarion®, a structured migration process is implemented. This includes a thorough analysis of the existing data, the creation of backups, the validation of data integrity, and extensive test runs. Our experts use detailed planning and monitoring to ensure that all data is transferred securely and completely.

The traceability of your data during migration to Siemens Polarion® is ensured by a detailed migration plan that documents every step. Mapping all data sources, clearly assigning artifacts, and conducting thorough test runs ensures that no data is lost. In addition, the integrity of the relationships between the data is checked to ensure complete traceability.

The duration of data migration to Siemens Polarion® depends on the complexity and scope of the data to be migrated. Smaller projects can be completed in a few weeks, while extensive migration processes can take several months. Our experts create a customized plan that takes into account the scope, data structure, and test phases to ensure a smooth and timely migration.

The process of migrating data to Siemens Polarion® involves several steps: First, a detailed analysis of the existing data is performed, followed by data cleansing and preparation. The data is then migrated to Siemens Polarion®, where mapping and validation of the data structures ensure that all connections are correctly mapped. Finally, comprehensive tests are performed to verify data integrity.

Our consultants improve inadequate requirements engineering analysis in Siemens Polarion® by systematically reviewing your requirements, identifying gaps, and creating clear, comprehensible structures. Through optimized workflows, training, and best practices, we ensure that requirements are captured completely and correctly. In this way, we support more precise analysis and promote the efficiency and quality of your projects.

Our consulting services improve the quality of requirements engineering analysis in Siemens Polarion® in the long term by systematically implementing best practices, clearly structuring requirements, and developing customized workflows. We train your team in the optimal use of Polarion® functions and ensure that requirements are recorded completely, comprehensibly, and consistently. This ensures the long-term quality and efficiency of your requirements analysis.

Missing requirements can be identified in Siemens Polarion® thanks to complete traceability and the use of reporting tools. Siemens Polarion® enables gap analyses to be created, highlighting open or unassigned requirements. These can be documented and tracked directly in the system, while all stakeholders can access the updates in real time to make corrections and close gaps.

Siemens Polarion® can be adapted to the specific requirements of your industry thanks to flexible configurations. Individual workflows, user-defined fields, and customized report templates enable the mapping of industry-specific processes. In addition, industry-specific standards and compliance requirements can be integrated directly into the system to ensure optimal support for your business requirements.

Our consulting team supports the development of industry-specific adaptations in Siemens Polarion® by thoroughly analyzing your individual processes and requirements and implementing tailor-made solutions. We precisely adapt workflows, reports, and dashboards to your industry and integrate industry-specific standards and compliance requirements. This ensures that Polarion® optimally maps and supports your business requirements.

An industry-specific adaptation of Siemens Polarion® optimizes your processes by specifically addressing the unique requirements of your industry. It improves efficiency by customizing workflows, reports, and compliance requirements. This increases transparency, reduces errors, and enables faster response to industry-specific challenges, ultimately increasing your company’s competitiveness.

Industries such as Aerospace, Agriculture, Automotive, Aviation, Defence, Electronics, Energy, Finance, Government and public sector, Industrial robots, IT and High-Tech, Life sciences, Logistics and warehouse, Manufacturing, Maritime systems, Media, Medical devices, Oil and gas, Pharma, Rail, Safety and protection, Telecommunications, Utilities and Water management benefit particularly from adapting Siemens Polarion®. By enabling the mapping of industry-specific compliance requirements, complex development processes, and strict quality standards, Polarion increases efficiency, ensures traceability, and promotes regulatory compliance in these highly regulated sectors.

When adapting Siemens Polarion® to industry-specific processes, we first conduct a comprehensive analysis of your existing workflows and requirements. Based on this analysis, we configure workflows, reports, and dashboards specifically for your industry. Industry standards and compliance requirements are integrated to ensure optimal support. Through test runs and iterative adjustments, we ensure that Polarion® efficiently maps your specific processes.

Our consulting services ensure that best practices are applied when introducing Siemens Polarion® by combining in-depth expertise with proven implementation methods. We analyze your requirements, adapt the ALM software Polarion® to your processes, and use standardized procedures for configuration and integration. Regular reviews and training ensure that your team uses Polarion® efficiently and in accordance with best practices.

The application of best practices in consulting during the implementation of Siemens Polarion® ensures smooth introduction, minimizes risks, and increases efficiency. It enables consistent system configuration based on proven standards and optimizes long-term maintenance and scalability. In addition, user acceptance is increased because established procedures promote transparency and user-friendliness.

Our consulting services help you implement missing best practices in the use of Siemens Polarion® by analyzing your current processes and identifying potential for optimization. We integrate proven methods for workflow improvement, training your team, and adapting the system configuration. This leads to greater efficiency and improved project quality by ensuring that Polarion® is used optimally and achieving sustainable improvements.

The use of best practices for Siemens Polarion® offers long-term benefits such as greater efficiency, improved scalability, and reduced operating costs. Standardized processes simplify maintenance, improve adaptability to new requirements, and ensure sustainable system performance. They also promote consistent use, increase productivity, and reduce the risk of errors or system failures.

Our consulting services help you meet security and compliance standards with Siemens Polarion® by identifying industry-specific regulations and configuring Polarion® accordingly. We integrate access and data management policies, provide audit functions, and ensure the traceability of all processes. Through targeted adjustments, we ensure that your system meets all relevant standards and remains audit-proof.

Consulting is crucial for compliance, as it ensures that Siemens Polarion® is configured correctly to reflect industry-specific guidelines and legal requirements. Our team supports you in implementing relevant standards, automates audit trails, and regularly checks system compliance. This ensures that your hardware and software product developments are always compliant and audit-proof.

Specific security measures can be implemented in Siemens Polarion®, such as role-based access controls, data encryption, audit trails, and audit-proof storage. Additional measures include setting granular permissions for user groups and logging all changes to prevent manipulation. This ensures that sensitive data is protected and compliance standards are maintained at all times.

Our consultants ensure that Siemens Polarion® is configured to meet the highest security standards and compliance requirements by implementing customized security policies, precisely defining access rights, and setting up audit trails. Through continuous monitoring and regular updates, we adapt the system to new regulatory requirements to ensure ongoing security and compliance.

Our consulting services support the development of expertise in working with Siemens Polarion® through targeted training courses, practical workshops, and individual coaching sessions. We share best practices and assist your team with the implementation and application of the software. With customized training programs, we ensure that your employees master all relevant functions and that Polarion is optimally integrated into your processes.

Building up expertise in the optimal use of Siemens Polarion® within your own company increases efficiency and independence. Your employees can independently adapt Polarion®, optimize workflows, and respond more quickly to changes. This reduces external dependencies, lowers costs, and promotes the continuous improvement of your processes. In addition, in-depth knowledge enables more efficient collaboration and shorter response times.

Our consulting team builds up internal expertise on Siemens Polarion® in your company through customized training courses, workshops, and practical coaching sessions. We support your teams during the introduction, configuration, and optimal use of the software. Through individual training courses tailored to your processes, we ensure that your team acquires the skills to use Polarion efficiently and independently.

Building up internal expertise in the long-term use of Siemens Polarion® enables your company to respond flexibly to changes, make adjustments independently, and minimize external dependencies. This increases efficiency, reduces long-term costs, and promotes the continuous optimization of workflows. In addition, in-depth knowledge increases the sustainability and stability of your Polarion® implementation.

Custom dashboards in Siemens Polarion® optimize your project work by clearly displaying relevant information in real time. They enable customized visualization of progress, tasks, and priorities, accelerating decision-making processes and identifying bottlenecks early on. This allows teams to keep track of important KPIs and increase efficiency through clear, data-driven insights.

Customized reports and dashboards in Siemens Polarion® provide your company with clear, data-driven insights into project progress, risks, and resources. They enable flexible adaptation to your specific KPIs and requirements, improve transparency, and support informed decisions. This increases efficiency, improves communication, and allows bottlenecks to be proactively identified and resolved.

Yes, your Siemens Polarion® dashboards can be customized and expanded at any time to adapt to changing project requirements. You can add new widgets, update existing metrics, and personalize dashboards as needed to ensure the relevance of the data displayed. This flexibility enables continuous optimization of visualizations and improves project control over time.

Customized reports in Siemens Polarion® support the decision-making process by presenting relevant data in a clear and concise manner. They enable tailored analysis of project progress, resources, and risks that is specifically tailored to your requirements. With up-to-date, accurate information, these reports facilitate informed decisions, increase transparency, and promote faster, data-driven responsiveness.

Our consulting services ensure that seamless audit trails are implemented in Siemens Polarion® by systematically logging all changes and ensuring traceability throughout the entire project lifecycle. We configure the system so that every modification, including time stamps and responsibilities, remains traceable. Regular reviews and adjustments ensure that these audit trails are always complete and audit-proof.

Our team uses best practices to ensure that all actions in Polarion® are traceable and documented in an audit-proof manner. This includes setting up automated audit trails, accurately logging user activities, and clearly defining access rights. Through regular reviews and configuration adjustments, we ensure that all data is recorded correctly and stored in an audit-proof manner.

Our consultants support you in adapting the audit trail functions in Polarion® by identifying industry-specific compliance requirements and configuring Siemens Polarion® accordingly. We customize audit trails so that they accurately and completely document all relevant activities. Through tailored settings and regular reviews, we ensure that your compliance requirements are reliably met and verifiable.

We can identify existing audit trail gaps in Polarion® by conducting a detailed analysis of your current audit logs. We identify weaknesses that could lead to a lack of traceability and develop targeted solutions to close these gaps. By optimizing logging and adapting security policies, we increase transparency and improve system security in the long term.

After implementing Siemens Polarion®, we offer comprehensive assistance through ongoing support, customized training, and regular system reviews. We help your team optimize workflows, provide technical assistance with updates and integrations, and ensure that the system runs smoothly in the long term. Our goal is to maximize utilization efficiency and continuously meet your requirements.

Ongoing support after implementing Polarion® offers numerous advantages: It ensures continuous system stability, guarantees fast problem resolution, and provides assistance with adjustments and updates. This keeps your system optimally configured and flexible for future requirements. In addition, it increases your team’s efficiency through fast help and ongoing optimization of your Polarion® usage.

After implementing Polarion®, a wide range of customizations can be made, including optimizing workflows, creating custom reports, adding new dashboards, and integrating external tools. In addition, access rights can be adjusted, fields can be individually configured, and automations can be implemented. These customizations allow Polarion® to be continuously adapted to changing business requirements.

Our consulting team provides ongoing support after the implementation of Siemens Polarion® by offering proactive system maintenance, regular updates, and adjustments to new requirements. Through close collaboration with your team, we monitor system performance, optimize configurations, and respond to changes in your business processes. This ensures that Polarion® remains optimally adapted and efficient in use.

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