Program leadership for a global IT carve-out

German pharmaceutical company with worldwide operations

Industrie:

Healthcare

Year:

2017 – 2018

Region:

Germany, Global


  • Fully Integrated IT Landscape
    The business unit had no independent systems or governance, relying entirely on the parent company’s IT infrastructure.
  • Dependence on Transition Services
    A temporary Transition Service Agreement ensured continuity but introduced complexity in timelines, costs, and operational control.
  • Need for Rapid Standalone IT Build
    Urgent requirement to design and implement an independent IT environment to support the carved-out entity.
  • Assessment & Planning
    Map current IT landscape, dependencies, and TSA terms; define separation scope, risks, and timelines.
  • Target IT Operating Model
    Design the standalone IT architecture, governance, and service delivery model for the carved-out entity.
  • Separation & Migration
    Carve out applications, data, and infrastructure from the parent and migrate to new platforms or cloud environments.
  • TSA Management & Exit
    Monitor service levels, optimize costs, and execute a structured, timely exit from TSA dependencies.
  • Stabilization & Optimization
    Establish steady-state operations, resolve post-migration issues, and optimize IT landscape for scalability and efficiency.
  • Independent, IPO-Ready IT Landscape
    Fully separated systems, applications, and infrastructure compliant with regulatory and audit requirements for a public listing.
  • Comprehensive Carve-Out Execution
    Structured planning and migration ensured minimal disruption and timely delivery.
  • Successful TSA Exit
    Smooth transition from parent-provided IT services, optimizing costs while maintaining service continuity.
  • Enhanced Governance & Autonomy
    Established clear IT policies, dedicated budgets, and decision-making authority for standalone operations.
  • Future-Ready & Scalable Platform
    Modern, secure, and flexible IT environment supporting growth, IPO readiness, and strategic initiatives.