What eoda does

eoda GmbH is a German Data Science and AI consulting firm headquartered in Kassel and founded in 2010 by Oliver Bracht and Uwe Heiber. The company sells a four-line service portfolio — Datenstrategie- und KI-Beratung (strategy), Data Science- und KI-Entwicklung (custom solutions), Dateninfrastruktur (data infrastructure), and Data-Science- und KI-Trainings & Coachings (training) — and complements them with named technical offerings including Machine Learning, MLOps, KI-Agenten, RAG, and Dashboard-Entwicklung.

The technical foundation is built on Python and R with mainstream ML/AI frameworks and supporting open-source infrastructure (Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Ansible) deployed across AWS, Azure, and IONOS for European data sovereignty. Proprietary methodology elements include an Empowerment Approach, Human-Centered AI Framework, and end-to-end delivery model, alongside ISO 27001 certification and an in-progress ISO 9001 pursuit.

Commercially, eoda runs a project-based professional services model with non-public pricing, sold through direct enterprise sales into the DACH region. Target customers are large enterprises and mid-market firms across manufacturing, healthcare, energy, retail, utilities, insurance, banking, and public administration, with logged engagements at TRUMPF, B. Braun Melsungen, Deutsche Bahn, REWE, Stadtwerke München, 50Hertz, SMA, and ARAG. The company employs 43+ staff, has completed 1,800+ projects since 2010, and operates as part of VIVAVIS AG for critical-infrastructure positioning, with technology partnerships spanning Posit (sole German partner), Anaconda, IONOS, Exasol, and AWS.

Name

eoda

Legal name

eoda GmbH

Website

https://eoda.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

eoda is a German Data Science and AI consulting firm founded in 2010, delivering strategy, custom ML/AI solutions, data infrastructure, and training services to enterprise and mid-market clients across the DACH region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Data Science and AI Consulting Services

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Other Computer Related Services (541519), Computer Training (611420)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming Services (7371), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Enterprise Architecture & IT Operating Model (BPAHAEAB)

Keywords

• Data science consulting
• AI solutions development
• MLOps consulting services
• Data infrastructure implementation
• AI training programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Kassel

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Data Strategy and AI Consulting: Advisory services including data strategy development, AI transformation consulting, use-case identification workshops, maturity assessments, and governance framework development. These are typically project-based engagements with defined scopes.
2. Data Science and AI Solution Development: Custom solution development including machine learning models, AI agents, RAG systems, dashboards, and data products. Project-based work ranging from prototyping to full production deployment.
3. Data Infrastructure Services: Consulting, implementation, and operational support for data infrastructure including cloud architecture, ML platforms, CI/CD pipelines, and security compliance. Can include ongoing SLA-based support.
4. Training and Coaching: Data Science and AI training programs including AI competency, data literacy, Python/R programming, deep-dive courses, DevOps for Data Science, and individual coaching. Offered as public courses, in-house training, or coaching engagements.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

eoda is a professional services firm that delivers Data Science and AI consulting, custom solution development, data infrastructure implementation, and corporate training. The company helps enterprise and mid-market clients across the DACH region move from initial AI strategy through use-case identification, solution prototyping, production deployment, and workforce upskilling, with a focus on open-source technologies, human-centered AI, and client empowerment.

Product overview

eoda is a Data Science and AI consulting company founded in 2010, operating a four-service-line portfolio: (1) Datenstrategie- und KI-Beratung (Strategy)—strategic consulting including use case workshops, AI transformation, governance, and maturity assessment; (2) Data Science- und KI-Entwicklung (Solutions)—end-to-end ML development, AI agents, RAG, and dashboard solutions; (3) Dateninfrastruktur (Data Infrastructure)—consulting, implementation, and operation of data infrastructure; and (4) Data-Science- und KI-Trainings & Coachings—professional education programs. These core services are augmented by named technical offerings (Machine Learning, MLOps, KI-Agenten, RAG, Dashboard-Entwicklung) and specialized training modules (KI-Kompetenztraining, Datenkompetenz, Python/R, Shiny, DevOps, Coaching). The company also offers workshops (KI-Use-Case-Workshop, KI-Reifegradbestimmung, Impulse) as engagement formats.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Datenstrategie- und KI-Beratung (Data Strategy and AI Consulting) Strategic consulting services guiding organizations from initial AI impulses to full digital transformation, including use case identification, maturity assessment, AI readiness workshops, and data strategy development. Targeted at enterprise and mid-market organizations.
• Data Science- und KI-Entwicklung (Data Science and AI Solution Development) End-to-end development of custom Data Science and AI solutions from prototyping to production deployment, covering machine learning, AI agents, RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation), and interactive dashboards. Targeted at enterprise clients across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, energy, and finance.
• Dateninfrastruktur (Data Infrastructure) Consulting, implementation, and operational support for data infrastructure including architecture design, authentication, cloud deployment (AWS, Azure, IONOS), container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker), Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Ansible), and CI/CD pipelines for Data Science environments. Targeted at enterprise and mid-market clients.
• Data-Science- und KI-Trainings & Coachings (Training and Coaching) Professional training and coaching programs covering AI competency, data literacy, Python and R programming, deep-dive data science, DevOps for ML, Shiny, and IT admin training for data infrastructure. Offered as public courses, in-house corporate training, or individual coaching engagements.
• Machine Learning Solutions Custom machine learning solutions encompassing anomaly detection, forecasting, natural language processing, computer vision, and optimization, delivered from use case definition through MVP development to production deployment. Targeted at enterprise clients seeking predictive analytics and AI capabilities.
• MLOps Consulting and Implementation Consulting and implementation services connecting Data Science, software development, and automated infrastructure for reliable, scalable, and maintainable machine learning applications. Targeted at enterprises deploying ML models in production.
• KI-Agenten (AI Agents) Consulting and Development Custom AI agent development and enterprise integration for measurable efficiency gains and new digital capabilities, leveraging large language models and generative AI. Targeted at enterprises seeking intelligent automation solutions.
• Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) Solutions RAG-based generative AI solutions from conception through data integration, implementation, and secure production operation. Targeted at enterprises needing knowledge management automation, brand verification, and AI-powered document processing leveraging enterprise knowledge bases.
• Dashboard-Entwicklung (Dashboard Development) Custom interactive dashboard and application development using R Shiny and Shiny for Python, making data and analytics optimally accessible for target audiences. Targeted at enterprises needing visualization of complex datasets.
• KI-Kompetenztraining (AI Competency Training) AI competency training enabling participants to successfully, meaningfully, and securely apply AI systems in their organizations, including responsible AI use and AI Act compliance. Targeted at corporate employees and teams.
• Datenkompetenz (Data Literacy) Training Data literacy training for secure and meaningful data handling, the foundation for successful and responsible AI deployment. Targeted at corporate employees and decision-makers.
• Python and R Training Programming language training for Python and R, the two leading Data Science languages, covering introductory and deep-dive levels. Targeted at corporate teams and individual professionals.
• DevOps for Data Science Training and Coaching Training and coaching establishing optimal conditions for developing and deploying Data Science and AI applications in enterprise environments, covering MLOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Targeted at Data Science and IT teams.
• IT-Admin-Training: IT-Infrastrukturen für Data Science Specialized training for IT administrators on requirements, implementation, and management of Data Science IT infrastructure. Targeted at corporate IT operations teams.
• Shiny Training Training on Shiny framework (R Shiny and Shiny for Python) for developing interactive dashboards and web applications from R and Python. Targeted at data analysts and developers building enterprise dashboards.
• Data Science Coaching
• KI-Use-Case-Workshop (AI Use Case Workshop) Workshop format identifying AI application fields that genuinely advance the organization, including discovery sessions for realization concepts and magic estimation techniques. Targeted at enterprise teams evaluating AI initiatives.
• KI-Reifegradbestimmung (AI Maturity Assessment) Maturity assessment evaluating organizational status across culture, responsibilities, knowledge, data, and infrastructure to develop a roadmap for successful data and AI initiatives. Targeted at enterprise and mid-market organizations beginning AI transformation.
• Daten- und KI-Impulse (Data and AI Keynotes)

Quantifiable outcome

• 300% ROI achieved in first year for B. Braun invoice processing AI project
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers26 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability11 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• VIVAVIS AGflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerVIVAVIS AG is eoda's parent company and strategic partner. As part of VIVAVIS AG, eoda is integrated into critical infrastructure operations and meets particularly high requirements for security and sovereignty.
• Posit (formerly RStudio)coreTechnology or IntegrationPosit is a technology partner for Data Science IDEs and platforms. eoda is the only German Posit partner offering consultation, procurement, and implementation of Posit products from a single source.
• AnacondacoreTechnology or IntegrationAnaconda is a technology partner providing Python distribution for Data Science. With over 30 million users, Anaconda is one of the largest Data Science distributions, and eoda supports clients from start to deployment.
• IONOScoreTechnology or IntegrationIONOS is a technology partner providing modern IaaS platform for cloud computing. As an IONOS partner, eoda offers cloud infrastructure solutions that adapt to client needs while supporting European data sovereignty.
• ExasolcoreTechnology or IntegrationExasol is a technology partner for analytics database solutions, supporting high-performance analytical workloads.
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)coreTechnology or IntegrationAWS is a technology partner providing cloud infrastructure. eoda has certified expertise in AWS as part of its cloud infrastructure capabilities.
• KI Bundesverband (German AI Association)coreOthersKI Bundesverband is a industry association representing AI companies in Germany. eoda is a member contributing to AI policy discussions and industry development.
• VDMA (Verband Deutscher Maschinen- und Anlagenbau)minorOthersVDMA is a trade association for mechanical engineering. eoda participates as a member supporting digital transformation in manufacturing.
• deenetminorOthersDigital association for SMEs in Germany, supporting digitalization efforts.
• IT-NetzwerkminorOthersIT network organization in North Hesse, Germany, supporting regional technology collaboration.
• Softwareallianz DeutschlandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation partner in software industry advocacy and development.
• University of KasselminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner providing research collaboration and knowledge exchange in Data Science and AI.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Alexander Thamm GmbH: Munich-based Data Science and AI consultancy founded 2012 with a comparable end-to-end offering across data strategy, ML engineering, data platforms, and training. Operates as a direct German competitor to eoda in the same DACH enterprise AI services segment.
• codecog GmbH: Cologne-based Data Science, AI, and ML consultancy serving German enterprise clients with strategy, model development, and deployment services. Closely comparable mid-sized DACH AI services peer to eoda, including similar training and enablement offerings.
• StackFuel: Berlin-based Data Science upskilling and reskilling provider whose training-led model closely mirrors eoda's Data-Science-Weiterbildung line. Competes directly for the same German enterprise training wallet.
• Wilke.Radius GmbH: German boutique consultancy specialized in data analytics, BI, and AI for mid-market and enterprise customers. Competes with eoda in DACH on comparable project-based data and AI engagements.
• StatWerk GmbH: Frankfurt-based boutique analytics and Data Science consultancy with R/Python stack heritage, serving German mid-market and enterprise clients across similar use cases (forecasting, predictive analytics, dashboards). Comparable to eoda in size, geography, and open-source positioning.
• MATHEMA GmbH: German software and AI services provider offering ML, generative AI, and enterprise platform development to mid-market and large enterprise clients. Directly comparable DACH AI consultancy to eoda in scale and offering breadth.
• appliedAI: Munich-based AI services and ecosystem company providing strategy, implementation, and training for enterprise AI adoption. Overlaps with eoda across AI strategy, enablement, and German enterprise go-to-market.

Broad incumbents

• Databricks: Global data and AI platform vendor whose professional services and partner ecosystem (including consulting partners like eoda) deliver ML/AI strategy and implementation. Competes with eoda as a broader incumbent for large DACH AI mandates.
• Capgemini Engineering: Global IT and engineering services firm with a significant DACH AI/Data practice serving the same enterprise buyers (Deutsche Bahn, REWE, energy/utilities). Competes against eoda on large-scale enterprise AI transformation programs.
• msg group: Germany-headquartered IT consultancy with deep DACH enterprise reach across banking, insurance, and public sector. Overlaps with eoda's regulated-industry customer base on data and AI enablement engagements.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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