Heckmann: CORE, the modern intranet for a fast start

With the SharePoint CORE package, Heckmann implemented a modern intranet – centralized, mobile-ready, and immediately usable. The standardized solution based on SharePoint Online enables a fast and cost-efficient start and can be flexibly expanded. This creates a communication platform that connects both office staff and on-site construction teams.

Establishing a central information platform for all employees, both in the office and on construction sites 

High relevance of mobile access without company-provided devices 

Introduction of the SharePoint Intranet CORE package as a standardized, ready-to-use solution 

Implementation of small, practical customizations, e.g. weather display and separate news sections 

Interactive training sessions for power users with a strong focus on hands-on exercises

Cost-efficient and scalable entry: quick to launch, flexibly expandable, and individually adaptable 

Easy independent maintenance and creation of pages and content – sustainable operation with small teams 

Reduced hesitation through practical, approachable training formats 

The Heckmann Group, a traditional construction company in North Rhine-Westphalia, faced an important transformation. A modern intranet was to be introduced to provide information centrally – for office employees as well as staff on construction sites. Until then, there was no central communication platform; information was shared decentrally and often only reached individual group companies. This was particularly challenging for blue-collar employees without laptops or company smartphones. The goal was therefore to create a central, mobile-accessible platform that increases transparency and ensures company-wide information flow. 

In close coordination with novaCapta, Heckmann chose the CORE SharePoint Intranet as its entry point. The preconfigured standard, with defined structures and formats based on SharePoint Online, enabled a fast launch without lengthy conceptual phases – while still allowing flexible and easy expansion as requirements grow. 

The CORE package convinced Heckmann in several ways: With short implementation times, lean costs, and a clear standard, the intranet was quickly integrated into everyday operations. All employees now benefit from a central information source with access to relevant tools and services (e.g. Jobrouter for sick leave notifications), which is mobile-accessible and also enables easy access for construction site staff. Initial feedback shows that employees feel better informed and gain greater visibility into projects across different locations and companies. 

From an organizational perspective, the intranet also offers clear advantages. Heckmann can independently create new pages and content at any time without relying on external service providers. This keeps the system lean and close to daily practice. At the same time, the CORE package provides room for growth. With novaCapta, Heckmann has not only achieved a fast start, but also laid the foundation for a long-term, scalable communication platform. 

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The Heckmann Group consists of five independent companies with complementary focuses and one shared passion: building. With locations in Hamm and Brilon (North Rhine-Westphalia), Heckmann has been shaping the future of construction for over 100 years and is a well-established player in the regional construction industry. Today, more than 500 employees work at Heckmann in Hamm and Brilon. 

https://www.heckmann-bau.de/