Services Department in the DACH region (Germany, Austria & Switzerland). The new department combines the consulting business of the former IDS Scheer AG and the product services of Software AG.
Dr. Kraus joined IDS Scheer AG in 1996 and has since held numerous management positions in consulting and sales. As a result, he brings extensive experience in consulting, sales, finance and the implementation of industry-specific solutions to his new position.
Most recently, Dr. Kraus was responsible for the consulting unit "Industry-focused solutions" in the DACH region. In this capacity he was responsible for BPM and SAP projects with a specific industry application.
The appointment of Dr. Kraus as Executive Vice President of Software AG took effect on January 1st, 2011.
The consulting and services outside the DACH region is headed by Group Executive Board member Ivo Totev.