racksnet

What racksnet does

racksnet GmbH is a German software vendor providing manufacturer-independent, multi-vendor network automation and orchestration. Its flagship racksnet Network Orchestration Center is a cloud-based or on-premise platform that consolidates visualization, configuration, and automation of network infrastructure from Cisco, Dell (including Enterprise SONiC), HPE Aruba (Aruba OS, Aruba CX-OS, Comware), Huawei VRP8, Microsoft SONiC, and whitebox hardware into a single drag-and-drop GUI that does not require CLI scripting or vendor-specific expertise. Core capabilities include Zero Touch Provisioning, Network Cloning for branch rollout, Inventory Scanning, Device Config Backup, Firmware Update, and Vendor Migration, with an early-stage Intent-Based Networking AI module funded through the Distr@l Hessen government program. The platform is positioned for campus edge, data center, and IoT environments and is sold through direct enterprise sales alongside a layered channel of TD SYNNEX (global, 100+ countries), CEMA AG (Germany), Exertis (international), and regional German VARs.

The company monetizes via SaaS subscription and on-premise licensing on quote-based annual contracts, with no public pricing. Customer segmentation is hybrid by both size tier (SMB <100, mid-market <1,000, large enterprise >1,000) and vertical (public sector, healthcare/medtech, education). racksnet operates from Bad Soden am Taunus (operational HQ) and Bad Homburg (registered office) with 1–10 employees, three Managing Directors (Minh La, Nauman Basit, Stefan Hacker), and a VP of Marketing & PR (Jorg Junghans). Ownership is distributed among founders, management, IT industry partners, and Hessen Kapital via MBG H. The company has accumulated notable third-party validation (Red Herring Top 100 Europe, North America, and Global; GoGlobalAward 2023 'Best Network Management Solution'; Software Made in Germany seal) but has not disclosed revenue or ARR.

Name

racksnet

Legal name

racksnet GmbH

Website

https://racksnet.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

racksnet GmbH is a German software vendor that provides manufacturer-independent, multi-vendor network automation and orchestration (SDN) for SMBs, mid-market, and large enterprises via its cloud-based Network Orchestration Center.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Network Management Software

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Network Discovery, Topology Mapping & Inventory/CMDB (HDAFAMAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Network Automation & Configuration Management Services (BPAEAEAJ), Cloud Networking & Virtual Networking (VPC/VNet) (HDABAFAG), Network Performance, Visibility & SLA Monitoring (Managed NPM/Observability) (HDAIAFAI)

Keywords

• Network automation software
• Software-defined networking
• Multi-vendor network management
• SDN orchestration platform
• Open networking automation

Headquarters

HQ city

Eschborn

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Software Subscription (SaaS): Cloud-based network automation software delivered as SaaS subscription. Available in both cloud-hosted and on-premise deployment options. Revenue generated through recurring subscription fees.
2. On-Premise License: On-premise deployment option for enterprise customers preferring to host software internally. One-time license or subscription models available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

racksnet develops a manufacturer-independent, no-code network automation and orchestration platform (racksnet Network Orchestration Center) delivered as SaaS cloud or on-premise software. The platform manages heterogeneous multi-vendor network environments (Cisco, Dell/SONiC, HPE Aruba, Huawei, whitebox) through a single unified GUI, providing SDN control, configuration automation, monitoring, and AI-based Intent-Based Networking for enterprise networks.

Product overview

racksnet is a manufacturer-independent, no-code network automation software platform that combines all functions for successful network automation in a single solution. The core offering consists of the racksnet Network Orchestration Center (cloud-based SaaS or on-premise), complemented by SDN Controller (vController), Dashboard, Unified Whiteboard GUI, Software Defined Networking, and Open Networking Cloud modules. Key features include Vendor Migration, Network Cloning, Inventory Scanning, Port Setting Wizard, 3rd Party Integration, Zero Touch Provisioning, Pre-defined Templates, Device Config Backup, and Firmware Update. The platform supports multi-vendor environments including Cisco, Dell (including Enterprise SONiC), HPE Aruba (OS, CX-OS, Comware), Huawei (VRP8), and Microsoft SONiC/Open Networking solutions, enabling customers to freely design their hardware base while managing all vendors through one unified GUI. The solution is optimized for Campus Edge, Data Center, and IoT deployments, serving Small Business, Medium-sized Enterprises, and Large Enterprises segments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• racksnet Network Orchestration Center Cloud-based and on-premise multi-vendor network orchestration and automation platform providing unified GUI, SDN control, configuration automation, monitoring, and visualization for enterprise networks across campus edge, data center, and IoT environments.
• Software Release 2.7 Major software release of the racksnet Network Orchestration Center adding Device Config Backup and automated Firmware Update capabilities for enterprise network compliance and scheduled device updates.
• Aruba CX Platform Support Vendor expansion module enabling unified orchestration of Aruba CX devices alongside existing Aruba OS and Comware OS environments within the racksnet platform.
• Huawei VRP8 Multi-Vendor Support Vendor expansion of the orchestration platform adding support for Huawei VRP8-based CloudEngine and S-Series devices under the unified multi-vendor GUI.
• Dell Enterprise SONiC Network Orchestration Network orchestration solution for Dell PowerSwitch infrastructure running Enterprise SONiC, delivered as on-premise or cloud SaaS for multi-vendor automation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 10,000 employees, 5 sites, 650 network devices from various manufacturers managed through single platform
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability5 records

Feature11 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• TD SYNNEXcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 11 December 2023Partnership with global technology distributor operating in over 100 countries. Joint go-to-market for multivendor network automation solutions leveraging network infrastructures from multiple vendors (Dell, SONiC, Cisco, Huawei, HPE Aruba, Ruckus). Partnership promises greater efficiency, scalability and security for customers wanting to unlock full network potential.
• International Trade Council (ITC)strategicGTM or Marketing Partner · 27 June 2023Membership in prestigious global network spanning 179 countries. Provides access to government ministry introductions, US market business incubation support, and international trade opportunities. Participation in annual Go Global Awards Conference in Rhode Island, USA.
• Dell TechnologiescoreTechnology or Integration · 20 April 2023Collaboration with Dell Technologies to enable next generation fabric automation, management and observability with SONiC in multi-vendor environments. racksnet Network Orchestration Center available for Dell Enterprise SONiC Distribution as on-premise and cloud SaaS offering. Featured at Dell Networking Expo in Round Rock, Texas.
• German Red Cross (DRK)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 May 2022IT partnership with German Red Cross enabling approximately 12,000 DRK facilities (rescue services, hospitals, care facilities, social welfare centers) to acquire racksnet software at favorable terms. Partnership drives digital transformation in rescue, social and healthcare services. DRK operates 60+ hospitals, 790 rescue services, and many hundreds of childcare and care facilities.
• CEMA AGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 21 August 2020Strategic partnership with IT system house from Mannheim. CEMA operates 10 locations throughout Germany offering IT consulting, IT projects, security, cloud solutions and managed services. Partnership strengthens channel sales and enables managed services offerings for customers without their own data centers.
• HTAI Wirtschaftsförderung (Hessen Trade & Invest)strategicGTM or Marketing PartnerEconomic development agency providing support for Hesse-based companies including international expansion assistance.
• Exertis Global OperationsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal operations partner for international distribution of technology products.
• Siemens AGminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustrial communication partnership for network automation in industrial environments.
• medialine AGminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional channel partner in Germany offering IT solutions.
• netgo group GmbHminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional channel partner in Germany specializing in network solutions.
• SVA System Vertrieb Alexander GmbHminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional channel partner in Germany.
• Phalanx-IT GmbHminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional channel partner in Germany.
• Tech Express EuropeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEuropean channel partner for technology distribution.
• FREICON GmbHminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional channel partner in Germany.
• eBrain Solutions GmbHminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional channel partner in Germany specializing in AI/brain-inspired solutions.
• Open Networking FoundationstrategicTechnology or IntegrationMember of Open Networking Foundation supporting open-source networking standards. racksnet adheres to vision of open networking and standardization with SONiC and open networking ecosystem.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors3 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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