What MTF Schweiz AG does

MTF Schweiz AG (operating as MTF and MTF Solutions AG) is a Swiss multicloud IT services provider headquartered in Olten, Switzerland, founded in 1998 (firmographic data indicates 2002) and operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Swisscom. The company delivers private cloud, public cloud, hybrid, and on-premises IT infrastructure, combined with managed services, cybersecurity, modern workplace, business applications, and IT operations to over 1,000 small and medium-sized enterprises across Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Its customer base spans financial and insurance institutions, architecture and construction firms, healthcare and social services providers, industrial and commercial businesses, public administrations, and other service providers.

MTF's core technology stack is built around its own MTF Private Cloud, hosted exclusively in georedundant Swiss data centers (two in the Zürich/Aargau area, one in Schaffhausen) with FINMA-compliant, ISO 27001/27017/27018/22301 and PCI DSS certified operations. The platform leverages OpenShift, Kubernetes, and Docker for container orchestration, supports Microsoft 365 through a Qualified Multitenant Hoster and CSP Tier 1 partnership, and integrates enterprise applications such as Abacus ERP, Veeam backup, Hosted Exchange, and CAD/BIM workloads. Security is delivered through an in-house cyber defense team, multi-layer firewalls, Advanced Thread Protection, and Zero Trust architecture. Distribution is anchored by nine physical offices providing regional account management and a centralized Service Desk.

The business model is dominated by recurring revenue: subscription-based cloud infrastructure, managed services with SLA-backed pricing, and connectivity (MTF Internet, SD-WAN) form the backbone, supplemented by project-based professional services for migrations and implementations. Pricing is quote-based and modular, with transparent monthly billing and a low-touch entry point (e.g., CHF 31 Security Check base package). Go-to-market is sales-led and locally distributed through the regional offices, supplemented by content marketing, C-level cybersecurity events, and an online Security Check self-service tool. MTF has been actively expanding its footprint through acquisitions (insysta in 2024) and product extensions in AI (Private Cloud AI, AI Advisory, Copilot workshops).

Name

MTF Schweiz AG

Legal name

MTF Solutions AG

Website

https://mtf.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

MTF Schweiz AG is a Swisscom-owned Swiss multicloud IT provider delivering private/public cloud, managed services, cybersecurity, and Microsoft 365 outsourcing to over 1,000 SMEs across Switzerland and Liechtenstein via nine regional offices.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed Cloud Infrastructure and IT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (51821)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Cloud Platforms (On‑Prem Cloud Stacks) (HDABABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Data Center Operations & Managed Services (Remote Hands, NOC/SOC) (HDABANAA), Cloud Networking Core Services (VPC/VNet, Load Balancing, DNS, NAT) (HDABAAAJ), Managed Colocation & Remote Hands Services (HDABACAD)

Keywords

• Managed cloud services
• Private cloud infrastructure
• IT managed services
• Cybersecurity services
• Modern workplace solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Olten

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Cloud Services (Private/Public/Hybrid): Subscription-based cloud services including virtual data centers, managed desktop, object storage, VoIP, and cloud applications (Microsoft 365, Sovereign Office, Abacus). Revenue generated through recurring monthly fees based on service tier and consumption.
2. Managed Services & Outsourcing: Comprehensive IT management services including managed security, lifecycle management, service desk and support. Provided as recurring managed services with SLA-based pricing.
3. Professional Services: IT consulting, migration services, and project-based implementations for infrastructure, network, and security deployments.
4. Connectivity Services: MTF Internet and SD-WAN connectivity solutions for businesses with distributed locations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

MTF Schweiz AG provides managed private and public cloud infrastructure, managed IT services, cybersecurity, modern workplace solutions, and IT advisory to SMEs and mid-market enterprises across Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Core deliverables include virtual data centers, managed desktops, file sharing, backup, hosting, and managed security, all delivered from three georedundant FINMA-compliant Swiss data centers with a 99.95% uptime SLA.

Product overview

MTF Schweiz AG operates as a Swiss multicloud provider offering a modular portfolio of IT services for SMEs. The core offerings include Private Cloud and Public Cloud services (with Cloud Native and Private Cloud AI specializations), supplemented by IT Management & Advisory services (covering IT Strategy, Security Advisory, CIO as a Service, and AI Advisory), Cyber Security offerings (Security Awareness, Managed Security, Cloud Security, Zero Trust), Modern Workplace solutions (Workplace as a Service, Sovereign Office, Public Cloud AI, Microsoft 365 integration), Business Applications (Industry Applications, Collaboration, ERP Software, CAD & BIM), IT Infrastructure (Professional Services, Network & Security, Server & Storage, Virtualization, Connectivity), and IT Operations (Managed Services & Outsourcing, Lifecycle Management, Service Desk & Support). Additional cloud services include Backup (Microsoft 365 Backup, Remote Backup, Veeam Backup), Hosting (Domain & DNS, Web & Mail, Mail Gateway, Hosted Exchange), and Platform services (Rancher, Kubernetes, Docker, OpenShift). The company also offers specialized solutions including Cloud PC (virtual desktop), File Sharing (Swiss Dropbox alternative), and maintains 9 locations across Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Private Cloud MTF's core private cloud infrastructure offering hosted in Swiss data centers, providing isolated, high-security cloud environments with FINMA-compliant infrastructure for SME and enterprise customers.
• Public Cloud Public cloud services offered as part of MTF's multicloud strategy, enabling customers to combine public and private cloud deployments.
• Managed Desktop Cloud-hosted desktop service providing access to virtual desktops with all applications and data from any location, supporting location-independent work.
• Cloud PC Virtual desktop solution providing access to a personal cloud workspace from anywhere, with optional graphics power for CAD applications and multi-monitor configurations.
• File Sharing Secure, fast cloud storage and file sharing service hosted in Switzerland, serving as a Swiss alternative to Dropbox with encrypted data, automatic device synchronization, remote wipe, versioning, backup/recovery, and ransomware protection.
• Microsoft 365 Integration Microsoft 365 productivity suite fully integrated with MTF's private cloud, available in cloud, on-premises, or Azure hybrid configurations with CSP Tier 1 support and Shared Computer Activation.
• Workplace as a Service Complete workplace solution providing hardware, software, and management services as a subscription for SMEs.
• Sovereign Office Sovereign workplace solution ensuring all data remains in Switzerland with maximum privacy and DSGVO/DSG compliance.
• Virtual Data Center Virtualized data center infrastructure providing dedicated compute, storage, and networking resources in MTF's private cloud.
• Object Storage S3-compatible object storage service for scalable data storage in the cloud.
• Voice over IP Cloud-based VoIP telephony service integrated with business communication needs.
• OpenShift PaaS Platform as a Service based on Docker and Kubernetes, offering a high-security application platform for hosting, configuring, developing, and managing application stacks in an elastic private cloud environment.
• Backup Services Comprehensive backup services including Microsoft 365 Backup, Veeam Backup for virtual machines, physical servers and cloud workloads, and Remote Backup with encrypted transfers to MTF's Swiss data centers.
• Hosted Exchange Hosted Microsoft Exchange email service providing business email, calendar, and collaboration features.
• Web & Mail Hosting Combined web hosting, email, domain registration, DNS management, mail gateway, and mail archiving services.
• Managed Security Managed security services including anti-virus, proactive security monitoring, multi-layer firewalls, load balancer, and Advanced Thread Protection against phishing, botnet attacks, and XSS attacks.
• Zero Trust Architecture Zero Trust security architecture implementing continuous verification and least-privilege access principles.
• Security Awareness Security training and awareness programs to educate employees about cyber threats, including behavior-based AI-driven phishing simulations.
• Managed Services & Outsourcing Comprehensive IT management services including managed security, lifecycle management, and service desk support provided as recurring managed services with SLA-based pricing.
• Service Desk & Support Technical support and service desk services with local presence across 9 Swiss and Liechtenstein locations, accessible via phone and remote support tools.
• Lifecycle Management Hardware and software lifecycle management from procurement through disposal.
• CIO as a Service Virtual CIO services providing strategic IT leadership and technology guidance for SMEs that lack an internal IT executive.
• IT Strategy & Advisory IT strategy consulting and advisory services for SMEs undertaking digital transformation.
• Security Advisory Security advisory services covering security strategy, assessment, and implementation.
• AI Advisory AI Advisory service offering guidance on AI integration, AI strategy, and AI implementation for businesses.
• Professional Services IT consulting, migration services, and project-based implementations for infrastructure, network, and security deployments.
• MTF Internet & SD-WAN MTF Internet and SD-WAN connectivity solutions for businesses with distributed locations.
• Abacus Cloud Application Swiss accounting/ERP software (Abacus) offered as a hosted cloud application within MTF cloud services.
• CAD & BIM Solutions High-performance CAD and BIM solutions hosted in MTF's private cloud for architecture, engineering, and construction industries.
• Swiss Data Centers Georedundant Swiss data centers meeting FINMA banking standards with data stored exclusively in Switzerland across three geographically separated locations (two in Zürich/Aargau area and one in Schaffhausen).

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.95% availability guarantee for cloud services
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments7 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 capability3 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationMTF is an authorized Microsoft Qualified Multitenant Hoster (QMTH) and Microsoft Cloud Service Provider Tier 1. This enables MTF to offer Microsoft 365 and Windows 11 in cloud, on-premises, or Azure environments with Shared Computer Activation support.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Netcloud AG: Swiss IT services and cloud provider focused on SMEs with managed services, private cloud, and Microsoft 365 offerings. Comparable regional competitor with similar Swiss data sovereignty positioning.
• Ispin AG: Swiss IT managed services and cloud provider with a regional office model targeting SMEs. Direct regional competitor offering Microsoft 365, private cloud, and managed security in Switzerland.
• Infoniqa AG: Swiss-headquartered provider of cloud, ERP, and HR software targeting Swiss SMEs. Direct competitor in Swiss mid-market cloud and managed services with overlapping Microsoft and Sage/Abacus portfolio.
• Avectris AG (formerly netrics): Swiss managed services and cloud provider serving SMEs, public sector, and regulated industries with data centers in Switzerland. Directly comparable in customer base, geographic focus, and cloud-managed services portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Amazon Web Services (AWS): Global hyperscale cloud platform competing for Swiss SME workloads through AWS Europe (Frankfurt/Zürich) regions. Indirect competitor in cloud infrastructure and managed services, particularly for price-sensitive segments.
• Microsoft Azure: Global hyperscale public cloud platform and MTF's most strategic upstream partner. Competes indirectly as SMEs evaluate Azure-native hosting versus MTF's Swiss private cloud, and serves as the underlying technology provider MTF layers on.
• Cancom SE: German managed cloud and IT services provider for SMEs and mid-market across DACH region. Comparable in managed services, cloud subscription model, and Microsoft-centric stack, though operating at broader European scale.
• Swisscom Enterprise (B2B): Parent company's enterprise division and the dominant Swiss telecom and cloud incumbent. Overlaps significantly with MTF on cloud, managed services, and Microsoft 365 for Swiss enterprise and public sector, though at much larger scale and with broader network assets.
• Bechtle AG: Germany-headquartered European IT systems integrator and managed services provider with a large Swiss presence. Comparable as a broader IT services and cloud portfolio player serving mid-market and enterprise across DACH.

Others

• Red Hat (OpenShift): Provider of the OpenShift container platform that underpins MTF's PaaS offering. Not a direct sales competitor, but a critical upstream technology partner whose pricing and roadmap shape MTF's cloud-native economics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/mtfschweiz
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mtf-schweiz-ag

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A1 record

Investments

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

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