Überlingen / Düsseldorf – Congratulations to the innovation powerhouse: Ranga Yogeshwar has congratulated rising systems AG from Düsseldorf on its success in the TOP 100 innovation competition. The award ceremony will take place on Friday, June 27, in Mainz as part of the German SME Summit, honoring all mid-sized companies that received the TOP 100 seal earlier this year. The renowned science journalist has served as mentor to the innovation competition—now in its 32nd year. In the scientific evaluation process, rising systems impressed particularly in Category A (up to 50 employees in Germany) in the area of External Orientation / Open Innovation. With this achievement, the company ranks among the TOP 100 innovators for the fifth time.
In the company profile published on the occasion of the award, it states:
Designing digital business processes in a way that they intuitively interlock and create sustainable added value—that is the goal of rising systems AG, headquartered in Düsseldorf.
The IT experts develop and integrate custom software solutions for companies and public institutions. Going beyond traditional ERP systems, the company combines technological precision with scientifically grounded methods. The software developer focuses on the intelligent interconnection of business processes to make workflows more efficient. ERP solutions are only one part of the portfolio. In addition, the consultants create automated interfaces that connect IT systems for seamless data exchange. They optimize software for intuitive usability and an improved user experience.
Science as a Driver of Innovation
At rising systems, innovation emerges from the close integration of science and practice. The company cooperates with universities and is supported by a scientific advisory board. The latest research findings flow directly into product development, complemented by external perspectives gained through workshops and user meetings. Trend analyses ensure that technological and societal developments are identified and addressed at an early stage. “Innovation is both a passion and a challenge for us. Reflection is a crucial element, not only to learn from the past, but also to recognize progress, remain bold, and strengthen enthusiasm for change,” says Sebastian Witzmann, Member of the Executive Board.
Participation as a Catalyst for Innovation
rising systems AG fosters a collaborative working culture. Employees are encouraged to contribute their own ideas and actively participate in development processes. Up to 20 percent of their working time can be dedicated to personal projects. Decentralized decision-making structures create greater transparency and personal responsibility. Training budgets, stock options, and a structured innovation management approach further enhance motivation. With this combination of technological expertise, scientific foundation, and active employee participation, rising systems creates sustainable digital solutions that go far beyond standard IT products and deliver real change in everyday working life.
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About TOP 100 – The Competition
Since 1993, compamedia has awarded the TOP 100 seal to medium-sized companies for outstanding innovative strength and above-average innovation success. The scientific management has been led since 2002 by Prof. Dr. Nikolaus Franke, founder and director of the Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the Vienna University of Economics and Business. With 27 research awards and more than 200 publications, Prof. Franke is one of the world’s leading innovation researchers. The mentor of TOP 100 is science journalist Ranga Yogeshwar. Project partners include the Fraunhofer Society for the Advancement of Applied Research and the German Association of Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (BVMW). manager magazin accompanies the competition as media partner, while ZEIT für Unternehmer acts as a cooperation partner. More information and registration: www.top100.de.