Challenge
Digitisation in Tax Consulting: Modern Signature Processes for Efficiency and Legal Certainty
In an increasingly digitalised working world, efficiency and speed were also the focus at ehk Eberlein Holzhauer Kraatz Steuerberatungsgesellschaft mbH.
Traditional signature processes often led to delays that affected both internal workflows and client support. A solution was needed that would reduce administrative effort while meeting high standards of legal certainty and user-friendliness.
Solution
A Game Changer in Efficiency Optimisation
With the introduction of the electronic signature solution tegolySIGN, ehk was able to successfully address these challenges. The solution makes it possible to sign documents quickly, securely, and with legal validity electronically – anytime and from anywhere. A decision that has proven to be pioneering for the entire firm.
Alexander Holzhauer, Tax Advisor and Managing Director of ehk, is enthusiastic about the introduction of tegolySIGN:
“We have already digitalised many processes – from digital bookkeeping to sending invoices via email. However, none of these changes was received as quickly and positively as tegolySIGN. Electronic signing became a real game changer in optimizing our firm's efficiency. The document flow from DATEV DMS to the client and back to DMS works sensationally smoothly and free of media disruption. Our employees are thrilled, as are our clients, who highly appreciate the convenience of digital documents such as annual accounts or tax returns.”
This statement highlights the transformative impact of the electronic signature on the firm's daily routines. Thanks to tegolySIGN, not only do internal processes benefit from significant time savings, but clients also enjoy the convenience of signing important documents quickly and easily online.

Result
Optimized Work Processes: The electronic signature eliminates lengthy signature cycles, bringing a noticeable acceleration to internal workflows. The media-disruption-free document exchange via DATEV DMS saves valuable time.
Increased Client Satisfaction: The simple and flexible handling of the digital signature ensures a significantly improved client experience. Clients can sign important documents online without delay, archive them digitally, or forward them to banks and other recipients.
Modern Image: The implementation of tegolySIGN highlights the firm's commitment to using modern technologies purposefully to increase efficiency and service quality.
Legal Certainty: Despite the digital transformation, compliance with all legal requirements remains guaranteed at all times.
Conclusion
The introduction of the electronic signature at ehk impressively demonstrates how traditional service sectors can benefit from digitisation. By combining their professional expertise in tax consulting, legal advisory, and management consulting with state-of-the-art technology, ehk has further strengthened its position as a forward-looking and client-friendly firm.
With tegolySIGN, both employees and clients experience tangible added value – from faster document processing to increased transparency. The firm is thus ideally equipped for the digital future and sets new standards in efficiency optimisation.








