Projects with Companies

The Volkswagen brand is one of the largest carmakers in the world and, together with other automotive brands such as Porsche and Audi, is part of the Volkswagen Group. For more than 70 years, we have been making innovative technologies, top quality and attractive design accessible to many people – including with bestsellers such as the Beetle, the Golf or the all-electric ID. family for the new world of mobility. We are present in more than 140 markets worldwide and produce vehicles at 29 locations in 12 countries. The Volkswagen brand employs more than 170,000 people. Volkswagen AG is the largest employer in Lower Saxony and has its headquarters in Wolfsburg, with around 60,000 employees.

Volkswagen AG offers the option of customising a vehicle when it is ordered. Volkswagen's extensive configurator allows customers to customise many details of their vehicle. This includes selecting models, engines, colours, interiors, wheels and optional extras. This flexibility makes it possible to design a vehicle that precisely meets your needs and preferences. Furthermore, there seems to be no limit to customisation.

As part of the project work, you will conduct a comprehensive investigation into the sensors and control units in vehicles that are frequently modified. Specific examples such as lighting units, infotainment systems, chassis controls, engine control units and components connected to the controls should be considered. Analyse the reasons why customers modify their vehicles. These reasons may include improving performance, increasing comfort, enhancing safety or personalising the vehicle.

M&M Software is an international software and digitalisation partner. We support companies in the digital transformation of their organisation, products and business models. We identify potential, develop ideas, derive strategies and develop customised software solutions for the digital world. The results of our trusting and cooperative partnerships are successful digital products or systems that we support throughout their entire life cycle. We consult and implement at eye level and in close coordination with our customers. This is how we secure new business opportunities and create competitive advantages. To achieve this, our global teams work closely with partners from research, science and industry – We turn visions for a digital world into reality.

The project ‘Gamification in Requirements Engineering’ aims to develop a concept for applying gamification elements in requirements engineering to improve the motivation and collaboration of teams and stakeholders. The team independently develops the concepts of gamification and requirements engineering, supported by the supervisors. After acquiring the basic knowledge, a project plan is created. A literature review follows to understand the current state of research. Subsequently, a method for data collection (e.g. surveys or interviews) is selected and applied to identify useful gamification elements.

Based on the results, a detailed concept is developed that describes the application of the gamification elements. A comprehensive documentation of the concept will be created and presented to representatives of M&M and the university. Optionally, a simple prototype can be developed and tested to demonstrate the concept.

The project offers students the opportunity to gain valuable experience in project management, teamwork and presentation. The expected results include a detailed concept for applying gamification in requirements engineering, a presentation of the results and, optionally, a prototype.

DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH (DB E&C) is a global leader in the rail sector. Its specialists and generalists from all engineering disciplines develop and implement needs-based concepts that connect people and markets – in Germany and worldwide. More than 6,500 employees from 94 nations use their expertise and intercultural experience to make railway infrastructure projects a success. From the initial idea to on-time implementation, DB E&C is a goal-oriented partner that develops strategies, networks modes of transport and optimises logistics and processes.

Artificial intelligence (AI) in the form of the Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT), which also underlies ChatGPT, for example, is currently the talk of the town. Deutsche Bahn has also adapted the so-called BahnGPT for its internal use.

Initial investigations and pilot projects indicate possibilities for integration and support in planning projects in the field of infrastructure. It is assumed that the (correct) use of GPT leads to an increase in efficiency and more innovation. This ultimately strengthens competitiveness.

The aim of this project is to investigate which subtasks during the planning phase of a railway infrastructure project can be processed more efficiently with the support of AI. The focus will be on project management and planning tasks.

Furthermore, the question of how to increase acceptance and overcome hurdles to the use of AI by project participants will be considered. To this end, students will develop a communication and training concept with the aim of making stronger and more efficient use of AI in the project context.