Methode

What Methode does

Méthode S.r.l. is an Italian consulting firm headquartered in San Vendemiano (Treviso) that designs and delivers bespoke Business Intelligence, Advanced Analytics, AI, and Big Data solutions for enterprise clients. The firm does not develop proprietary software products; instead it implements and integrates third-party platforms from SAP (HANA, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Datasphere), Microsoft (Power BI, Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Azure AI Foundry), Qlik (Sense, QlikView), Google Cloud (BigQuery), and Board (CPM). Its delivery is structured around the proprietary Méthode 1131 Innovation Framework — a lean methodology spanning initiative identification, design, and implementation — and includes both consulting services and productized assets such as the Smart Logistic Tracking computer-vision solution for PET traceability and a Generative AI chatbot for BI Library access launched in October 2025.

The company's offerings span nine solution areas: Business Analytics, Digital Transformation Advisory, Machine Learning/Predictive Intelligence, AI Initiative, Big Data/DataLake/DWH, Process Mining & Analytics, Corporate Performance Management, Industry 5.0 and IoT, and App Development. Méthode monetizes through professional services and project-based consulting engagements, with go-to-market combining direct enterprise sales, an event-driven demand engine (Méthode Executive Digital Update series, Richmond Forum participation across IT Director, Finance Director, AI Business, and Future Factory forums), webinars, and partner channels including Ingram Micro. The customer base comprises roughly 18 publicly named enterprises across Manufacturing (Electrolux Professional, Smeg, Fassa Bortolo, Fedegari, Savio Macchine Tessili), Food & Beverage (Alce Nero, San Benedetto, Illycaffè, Latteria Montello), Retail (Lagardère Travel Retail Italia, Expert Italy), Healthcare (Enovis, Siemens Healthineers), and Utilities (Gruppo Tea), with multi-year anchor engagements including 15+ years with Fassa Bortolo.

Méthode is privately held with no parent company or institutional investor disclosed, holds ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certifications, GDPR-compliant Data Processor agreements, and an Italian Gender Equality Certification obtained in December 2024, and has been a Great Place To Work® certified employer in Italy continuously since 2018, with Best Workplace Italia recognition reaffirmed in 2026. Headcount is in the 101–250 range, with ongoing hiring signaled across multiple roles.

Name

Methode

Legal name

Méthode S.r.l.

Website

https://methode.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Méthode is an Italian BI and Advanced Analytics consulting firm that designs and implements bespoke data, AI, and Big Data solutions for enterprise clients using third-party platforms such as SAP, Microsoft, Qlik, Google Cloud, and Board, structured around its proprietary 1131 Innovation Framework.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Business Intelligence and Advanced Analytics Consulting

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Management Consulting Services (54161), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Data, Analytics & AI Consulting (BPAHAEAF)

Keywords

• Business intelligence consulting
• Advanced analytics services
• Data analytics consulting
• AI consulting services
• Digital transformation advisory

Headquarters

HQ city

San Vendemiano

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Business Intelligence Consulting Services: Méthode generates revenue through bespoke consulting and implementation services for Business Intelligence, Advanced Analytics, Digital Transformation, Machine Learning, and related solutions. Revenue is earned through project-based engagements and likely retainer arrangements for ongoing advisory and support services.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Méthode is an Italian consulting firm that designs and implements tailor-made Business Intelligence, Advanced Analytics, AI, and Big Data solutions for enterprise clients, anchored by its proprietary 1131 Innovation Framework. The firm does not sell proprietary software; instead it delivers bespoke consulting, implementation, and advisory services across nine solution areas (Business Analytics, Digital Transformation Advisory, Machine Learning/Predictive Intelligence, AI Initiative, Big Data/DataLake/DWH, Process Mining & Analytics, Corporate Performance Management, Industry 5.0/IoT, App Development) on top of third-party platforms from SAP, Microsoft, Qlik, Google Cloud, and Board, with selective proprietary sub-products such as Smart Logistic Tracking.

Product overview

Methode is a Business Intelligence and Advanced Analytics consulting firm offering a portfolio of nine core solution areas: Business Analytics, Digital Transformation Advisory, Machine Learning/Predictive Intelligence, AI Initiative, Big Data/DataLake/DWH, Process Mining & Analytics, Corporate Performance Management, Industry 5.0 e IoT, and App Development. The offerings are organized around descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics and are delivered through a structured methodology (the Méthode 1 1 3 1 Innovation Framework). The solutions integrate with major third-party platforms including SAP (HANA Cloud, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Cloud Platform), Microsoft (Power BI, Azure, Fabric), Qlik (Qlik Sense), Google Cloud/BigQuery, and Board. Methode also develops proprietary sub-products such as Smart Logistic Tracking for automated traceability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MeWe: Internal employee engagement and wellness program/world created for Méthode employees focused on growth and well-being.

Products and services

• Business Analytics Core analytics consulting and solutions combining statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data visualization to drive strategic decisions for enterprise clients across multiple sectors.
• Digital Transformation Advisory Strategic consulting services guiding organizations through technology-driven change to modernize core technologies, optimize operations, and innovate processes.
• Machine Learning & Predictive Intelligence AI and machine learning solutions that analyze historical data to forecast trends, detect anomalies, automate decision-making, and optimize operations across demand planning, churn, pricing, and predictive maintenance.
• AI Initiative Enterprise AI strategy, governance, and training services that assess digital maturity, align teams, design targeted AI solutions, and test implementations to maximize AI ROI.
• Big Data, DataLake, DWH Data infrastructure consulting covering data lakes, data warehouses, and data management platforms for scalable, secure storage and analytics.
• Process Mining & Analytics

Quantifiable outcome

• Digitalized information previously in paper archives
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

AI capability8 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Google CloudcoreTechnology or Integration · 19 November 2025Méthode has established a partnership with Google Cloud to help companies leverage their data and launch AI projects on solid and scalable foundations. The collaboration focuses on Google Cloud Platform and BigQuery as the core of a modern, flexible, and sustainable data ecosystem.
• Board InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 October 2025Méthode partners with Board for Corporate Performance Management solutions. The partnership enables joint events, webinars, and customer engagements around intelligent planning and integrated business planning. Méthode resells and implements Board CPM solutions.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or Integration · 16 July 2025Méthode collaborates with Microsoft on data and AI initiatives, particularly around Microsoft Fabric. The partnership includes joint webinars and customer engagements focused on data platform modernization and AI integration.
• Ingram MicrocoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 July 2025Méthode collaborates with Ingram Micro for the Next-Gen Data Platform event focused on Microsoft Fabric and Azure AI Foundry. Ingram Micro serves as a distribution and go-to-market partner, enabling Méthode to reach a broader audience for AI and data platform solutions.
• SAPcoreTechnology or IntegrationMéthode implements SAP solutions including SAP HANA, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Datasphere, and SAP Cloud Platform. The company has extensive experience with SAP Business Intelligence products, evidenced by multiple customer case studies.
• QlikcoreTechnology or IntegrationMéthode implements Qlik solutions including Qlik Sense and QlikView for data analytics and business intelligence. Multiple customer case studies demonstrate expertise with Qlik platforms for dashboarding and analytics.
• Microsoft Power BIcoreTechnology or IntegrationMéthode implements Microsoft Power BI for corporate reporting and KPI dashboards, as demonstrated in customer success stories like Alce Nero.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SDG Group: Italian-headquartered global analytics and data engineering consulting firm delivering BI, data platform, and AI implementations to enterprise clients. Closest comparable to M\u00e9thode in geography, size, vendor-agnostic stance, and enterprise focus.
• Reply: Italian-listed digital transformation and systems integration group with strong data/analytics, cloud, and AI consulting practices. Comparable as an Italian-rooted multi-vertical consulting firm with similar hyperscaler partner ecosystem.
• Bip (Business Integration Partners): Global consulting firm founded in Italy combining management consulting with strong data, AI, and digital technology delivery. Similar mid-size scale and Italian enterprise customer base to M\u00e9thode.
• Minsait (Indra): Data, analytics, and digital transformation consulting arm of Indra, with strong presence across Southern Europe and Latin America. Comparable in focus on enterprise BI, data platform, and AI advisory services.

Broad incumbents

• Engineering Group (Engineering Ingegneria Informatica): One of the largest Italian IT services and consulting groups, with a broad digital transformation, data, and cloud practice. Larger and more diversified than M\u00e9thode but competes for similar Italian enterprise data/BI projects.
• Almaviva: Major Italian IT services group with extensive data, cloud, and digital transformation capabilities. Larger scale than M\u00e9thode but directly competes for Italian enterprise BI and data platform engagements.
• Capgemini Italy: Global consulting and systems integrator with a substantial Italian practice covering data, analytics, cloud, and AI. Competes with M\u00e9thode for Italian enterprise data transformation mandates, with deeper bench and global delivery capability.
• Accenture Italy: Global professional services firm with a leading Italian data and analytics practice. Competes for the largest Italian enterprise BI and AI transformation RFPs, typically at the higher end of the deal-size spectrum where M\u00e9thode also bids.
• NTT Data Italy: Global IT services provider with a sizable Italian practice spanning BI, SAP, data, and cloud. Competes directly with M\u00e9thode for Italian enterprise SAP- and analytics-led transformation work.
• PwC Italy (Data & Analytics practice): Big 4 firm with a sizable Italian Data & Analytics practice combining management consulting with technology implementation. Competes with M\u00e9thode on enterprise data strategy and BI implementations, particularly in regulated industries.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@MethodeSrl
• Facebookfacebook.com/MethodeSocial
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/m-thode-srl

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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