Efficient subsidy calculation
Optimization of processes with Camunda
Pronovo AG is the Swiss center of excellence for the implementation of subsidy programs in the field of renewable energies. As an accredited certification body, Pronovo is responsible for implementing various federal subsidy instruments, including feed-in tariffs and one-time payments for photovoltaic systems. The company plays a central role in Switzerland's energy transition by designing efficient and transparent processes for promoting sustainable energy projects.
Based in Switzerland and with a specialized team of experts in energy management and digitalization, Pronovo manages millions of dollars in subsidies each year. The organization works closely with authorities, network operators, and applicants to ensure the smooth processing of subsidy applications.
Initial situation
Pronovo previously used an Excel-based calculator to calculate subsidies in the biomass and hydropower sector, which was used to perform complex calculations. This was developed over the years and continuously adapted to new requirements. This resulted in different versions that used different calculation logics. To meet the growing need for even greater standardization and traceability, a future-oriented solution was implemented.
The new solution was intended not only to optimize internal processes, but also to enable external users to calculate subsidies directly via the website in accordance with the relevant regulations.
Challenges
Pronovo needed a flexible and reliable system that would meet technical, regulatory, and business requirements in equal measure – from the precise implementation of complex calculation logic to seamless and user-friendly integration into the existing system landscape.
The previous Excel-based approach revealed several key challenges:
Error-prone processes, manual effort, lack of standards?
Solution
Various technical, conceptual, and organizational measures were implemented to overcome these challenges. The focus was on clearly structured processes with high maintainability and close coordination with the specialist departments – from analysis and implementation to quality assurance.
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The introduction of the new Camunda-based solution had a noticeable impact on the efficiency and quality of subsidy calculations at Pronovo. The automation and standardization of central processes led to significant improvements in both quantity and quality.
Conclusion & Outlook
The successful collaboration between Pronovo AG and brix Solutions AG impressively demonstrates how targeted process optimization and intelligent automation can sustainably improve efficiency, transparency, and quality in subsidy management. With the implemented DMN solution, Pronovo now has a standardized system that can respond quickly, accurately, and flexibly to new requirements and legal changes.
With this solution, Pronovo is optimally positioned for future requirements—an essential step toward digitized, efficient, and legally compliant subsidy processing.
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Kevin Lang
Head of Process Management
