Effective risk identification in practice: How to recognize corporate risks at an early stage
Risks cannot be completely avoided - but they can be identified in good time. Whether supply chain problems, technical failures or new regulatory requirements: Companies that identify risks at an early stage can act more quickly and manage them more effectively.
State funding for your innovation projects - with the Research Allowance Act (FZulG)
Did you know that your innovation projects can receive retroactive state funding? Thanks to the Research Allowance Act (FZulG), companies have received a direct tax benefit for their development projects since 2020.
Risk map in risk management: visualization and evaluation of corporate risks
Risk maps or so-called heat maps have established themselves as an indispensable tool in modern risk management and enable organizations to visualize their risk landscape transparently and make well-founded decisions.
Modern whistleblower system: strengthening protection, trust and compliance
Since the new Whistleblower Protection Act (HinSchG) came into force in July 2023 at the latest, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have also been obliged to introduce an effective whistleblower system. This system is designed to protect whistleblowers and their identity
Early risk detection system: The key to crisis prevention and sustainable success in SMEs
A modern early risk detection system is essential for the continued existence of a company - especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In times of dynamic developments, an effective early risk detection system also enables preventive measures to be initiated in good time.
KonTraG - Law on Control and Transparency in the Corporate Sector
The KonTraG (Law on Control and Transparency in Business) is a German article law that came into force on May 1, 1998. It brought comprehensive changes to commercial and company law and aimed to improve corporate governance.
GRC software: importance, functions and benefits for companies
GRC software is special business software that helps companies to manage the areas of governance, risk management and compliance in an integrated manner. The abbreviation GRC stands for governance, risk and compliance, i.e. corporate governance, risk management and compliance.
Governance, risk management & compliance
Risk management without Excel? The software alternative for your GRC
Manual risk management with Excel quickly reaches its limits: lack of overview, high susceptibility to errors and lack of scalability. Discover how professional software solves these challenges.
AI in risk management
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing risk management: discover how modern AI algorithms help to identify risks at an early stage, simulate scenarios and make informed decisions based on intelligent analyses.
Risk management in SMEs with internal control systems
In SMEs, the requirements for risk management are often just as high as in large companies, but there is often a lack of resources for comprehensive measures. This is where internal control systems(ICS) come into play, helping to effectively identify, assess and manage process risks.
How to implement the NIS2 directive with guaranteed legal certainty
The NIS2 directive brings with it comprehensive obligations in the area of cyber security. Our ISMS software provides you with effective support during implementation: from structured risk analysis and action planning to audit-proof documentation and verification management.
Information security management according to TISAX®
The TISAX® standard for information security has been in force since 2017. Suppliers and manufacturers have been requiring this certification from their partners ever since. We help to permanently manage, control, maintain and continuously improve information security.
antares RiMIS® ISMS: ISO 27001 Software
Through ISO 27001 certification of the existing information security management system (ISMS), companies or scopes demonstrate that information security requirements and data protection measures have been met and implemented.
Management information system
Successful corporate management and secure controlling with a management information system: Analyze and evaluate data and visualize it in the form of reporting. An indispensable basis for the continuous supply of information with decision-relevant data.
GDPR checklist
In May 2018, the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) became binding in the European Union. These requirements pose new challenges for companies of all industries and sizes in handling data. Violation of these principles can lead to heavy fines.
Whistleblower system
Whistleblowers or so-called whistleblowers publish confidential information or documents. As a result of the new Whistleblower Protection Act (HinSchG) and the preceding EU directives, there is an express obligation to set up a reporting office to protect these persons.
The evolution compliance
The term "compliance" describes the observance of legal regulations and guidelines by companies. To meet these requirements, a systematic, company-wide compliance management system must document, implement and maintain.
Compliance and mid tier
What constitutes the topic of compliance? Is this topic only relevant for "global players"? These and other questions are answered by the expert Prof. Dr. Roland Franz Erben (Professor of Business Administration at the Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences (HfT)) in an exciting guest article.
Risk assessment under control: risk management on track
Optimize your risk identification with antares RiMIS®: Our software enables precise analyses that effectively support your risk management and save significant time. An intuitive dashboard and automated reports simplify the monitoring and evaluation of your corporate risks.
ESG reporting software
With antares RiMIS® you minimize your ESG reporting effort. This also includes the requirements of the CSR Directive, which demands transparent reporting on sustainable corporate practices. Create CSRD-compliant sustainability reports in no time at all - without data chaos or queries to the legal department.
Efficient risk aggregation: identify, compare & evaluate risks
antares RiMIS® gives you an overview of the scope of all risks threatening your company within seconds. Identify which risks pose the greatest threat to your supply chains at the touch of a button and in real time, and quickly take the right preventive measures.
Software solution for time-saving risk reporting
No more overtime: Save valuable time in risk reporting with antares RiMIS®. Instead of compiling data from different sources in long Excel spreadsheets, our software automates this process for you - and creates transparent and legally compliant quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports for your stakeholders at the touch of a button.
antares RiMIS® LkSG software
As of 01.01.23, corporate responsibility for compliance with human rights along supply chains is to be regulated for the first time. The new Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) is closely linked in organizational terms to corporate risk management.
Efficient risk management by means of simulation
Simulations are a suitable tool to aggregate quantified risks and opportunities. antares RiMIS® offers the possibility to simulate risks and opportunities with a special distribution adapted to practical considerations in addition to the usual distribution functions.
Monte Carlo simulation with antares RiMIS®
Because the "big picture" is crucial for corporate planning: Experience the advantages of a software-supported Monte Carlo simulation that enables precise risk aggregation with just a few clicks.
Risk aggregation and quantification in accordance with auditing standards
Only those who know their specific challenges and are well prepared for crisis situations can take advantage of potential opportunities. Discover our practical workshop for risk managers and controllers now! The workshop contents take into account the IDW requirement.
Introduction of risk management software in times of Corona
An interview with the controlling manager of Marquard & Bahls AG about the implementation of antares RiMIS® in a challenging time. The company employs around 6,700 people worldwide and has subsidiaries in more than 30 countries.
IDW PS 340 & IDW PS 980 Auditing standards
The Institute of Public Auditors in Germany (Institut der Wirtschaftsprüfer, IDW) acts in the interest of German auditors and sets standards for risk management in IDW PS 340. Due to a new regulation, companies are now facing new challenges in practical implementation.
Expert estimates in risk analysis
What is meant by "risk analysis", which distribution types are available for modeling risks and in which cases are expert estimates needed? We address these and many other topics in "Expert Estimates in Risk Analysis".
Risk management system
Make sound business decisions with our GRC solution antares RiMIS®.
Risk management process
Avoid risks and seize opportunities. Successful corporate governance with an effective risk management process. Integrate risk management system.
Claims Management Software
In today's dynamic business world, companies are constantly exposed to the risk of loss events. Effective claims management software such as antares RiMIS® is therefore essential to minimize these risks and keep business operations running smoothly.
ISO 31000
ISO 31000 is the international standard for effective risk management in companies. It helps you to identify, assess and manage risks. This article explains what ISO 31000 is, why it is important and how your company can benefit from it.
IDW PS 981
Well thought-out risk management is essential in order to identify and assess potential risks at an early stage and take targeted countermeasures. The IDW PS 981 auditing standard issued by the Institute of Public Auditors in Germany defines clear principles and requirements for auditing risk management systems (RMS).
Business intelligence
Survey software for companies
With our intuitive survey tool, you can create surveys quickly and easily - whether for customer feedback, employee opinions or market research. Use intelligent evaluations and make well-founded decisions based on clear data.
AI-based corporate planning
Use the potential of artificial intelligence for modern and future-oriented corporate planning! The AI-supported planning software from antares helps you to analyze complex interrelationships, create precise forecasts and make well-founded decisions. Discover it now!
AI-based demand planning
Discover the future of planning: AI-based demand planning analyses historical data, recognizes patterns and creates precise forecasts. This allows you to optimize inventories, minimize risks and make informed decisions - simply, efficiently and intelligently.
Self-Service BI
Easily connect antares planner to your existing ad hoc BI platforms and keep track of all important information of your planning processes.
Predictive analytics
Use predictive analytics to determine which of your actions can lead to which possible events and control your processes in a targeted manner.
KIPOS
2020 saw the launch of our "KIPOS" research project with the aim of developing innovative software applications that can predict and improve the process and component quality of injection molding systems using state-of-the-art algorithms and AI methods. Find out more!
BI tools – Longview
As a partner from the very beginning, we have been relying on leading Longview technology for over 25 years to get the best out of BI software solutions for our customers. This is the basis for technologically mature, modern and successful product development.
Theobald Xtract IS
The solution guarantees seamless integration of an SAP R/3 or SAP BW system into our BI landscape. With just a few mouse clicks, mass data can be extracted and transformed with maximum performance, even from a variety of different SAP sources.
BI trends
In our BI travel guide, we take you on a journey around Business Intelligence. We introduce you to important BI topics and trends that are important for companies today as well as those that will remain relevant in the future. Our travel guide serves as an orientation for the complex topic of BI and helps to shorten the decision-making processes in your company.
antares BSC: Balanced Scorecard
Map all key factors relevant to the company and their relationships with each other and monitor their current status of target achievement.
General topics
AI in supply chain management
Artificial intelligence (AI) in supply chain management is not just the use of algorithms for automation, but includes a comprehensive system based on data analysis, forecasting and intelligent decision-making.
20 years customer anniversary
We support FreiLacke as a reliable partner in the digitalization and optimization of processes throughout the company and are celebrating 20 years of successful collaboration this year.
20-year customer anniversary with Doetsch Grether
We are delighted to be celebrating our 20th anniversary as a customer of the long-established Swiss company Doetsch Grether on December 30, 2024. We look forward to many more decades of cooperation.
Our new low code technology partner nedyx
nedyx is the modern low-code platform for the rapid creation of professional business apps with an intuitive, easy-to-learn user interface and the ability to map requirements of any complexity. Discover the full interview with the CTO now.
10 ingenious ways you can use low code in your company
Low Code enables fast and uncomplicated software development without in-depth programming knowledge. It speeds up the development process considerably thanks to prefabricated modules and customizable elements. Discover the almost countless possibilities of this modern technology.
Controlling software
Business intelligence has become indispensable in the area of controlling. With the help of suitable software solutions, daily updated data can be evaluated and graphically displayed. This is the basis for reliable decisions in the departments and in the entire company.
Purchasing software
Meaningful analyses and flexible reporting in real time enable an increase in the performance of purchasing processes. Savings potential can be uncovered with target- and success-oriented control in purchasing and procurement controlling.
Finance software
Efficient business intelligence solutions enable competitive advantage and flexible financial decision making. Real-time data queries and updates, customized input screens and much more allow maximum control.
IT software
Increase responsiveness in the event of a crisis - with the help of modern BI solutions that can be easily connected to existing IT environments. Meaningful analyses and individually compilable reports enable IT processes to be evaluated and optimized.
Logistics software
BI software solutions are becoming more and more important in the logistics industry, because competitive pressure is constantly increasing. With the help of our professional and customized software, logistical processes can be planned, managed and controlled in a target-oriented manner.
Marketing software
Data analytics and visualization are powerful tools that help marketers prove the effectiveness and efficiency of their actions. With BI solutions, they can easily identify trends, better understand their target audience, and optimize strategies for maximum performance.
Production software
Maximum transparency in production controlling: Our software solutions enable you to optimize and secure production and manufacturing processes in terms of price, quality and service with up-to-date and well-founded reports, analyses and forecasts.
Sales software
Creating, editing and monitoring sales figures takes a lot of time and is prone to errors. Smart data collection and analysis, a self-explanatory interface and appealing reporting allow flexibility and a sound basis for safe decisions.
Incorrectly marked database in the Microsoft SQL server
Anyone who works with databases in MS SQL Server is certainly familiar with this problem. After an unexpected event, a database can no longer be accessed and is marked as suspect. The reasons for this can be manifold. We show the correct procedure.
SQL server backup maintenance
It often happens that the backup maintenance cleanup task is not configured correctly. The result is that the hard disk fills up over time because old backups of the database or transaction log are not deleted. Here you can find the correct procedure.
Installing ASP.NET project on IIS
Sometimes it happens that an application in the browser always throws an exception as soon as a file has been loaded. This can have different reasons. The following article describes the correct procedure using an ASP.NET application without a database as an example.
Division by zero
Divison by 0 error message is a common problem in SQL Server. In the following article we present different possibilities to catch this error message. Our experts discuss five different alternatives for the problem at hand.
Log4j gap
For the critical vulnerability in the Log4j logging library (CVE-2021-44228), an elevated warning level (level "red") was declared by the German Federal Office for Information Security on 12/12/2021. This vulnerability can be exploited by outsiders.
0xC0202029 Error when importing AS400 data
What does the error message DTS_E_PRIMEOUTPUTFAILED with error 0xC0202029 actually mean and how can it be fixed? We got advice from the database experts in the team and explain the correct procedure with the help of an illustrative practical example.