What PROFFIX Software AG does

PROFFIX Software AG, operating under the legal entity Forterro Schweiz Proffix AG, is a Swiss provider of modular ERP software targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (KMU) in German-speaking Switzerland. Founded on February 7, 2001, the company has served approximately 4,000 SMEs with 12,000+ daily active users across its 25-year history and was acquired by the European ERP group Forterro in August 2023. The flagship product, Proffix Px5, is built on .NET with a DevExpress-based form designer and an established REST API; it is delivered as 100% Swiss-made software, developed in Wangs and Wetzikon and hosted in Switzerland.

The platform covers financial accounting, accounts payable/receivable, Swissdec-certified payroll with ELM, e-banking with ISO 20022 across 80+ Swiss financial institutions, QR-bill and e-invoicing (ZUGFeRD), online VAT reporting (eMWST), CRM, inventory/order management, time management, and HR. A 2025 mobile Proffix Expenses App extends the product surface to employee self-service workflows. Proffix monetizes primarily through annual modular subscriptions sized to selected functional modules and customer headcount, supplemented by partner-led and Forterro Schweiz implementation services, consulting, and Academy training. Distribution is channel-led: 40+ certified solution and integration partners plus 200+ partner-employed experts deliver local sales, implementation, and support, with Forterro Schweiz managing direct enterprise accounts from its Altendorf headquarters.

The business is a niche, compliance-anchored Swiss SME ERP specialist whose competitive position rests on deep regulatory localization (Swissdec payroll, QR-bills, ISO 20022, eMWST) and a dense regional partner network rather than scale or technological differentiation. Customer concentration is low across a diversified SME base spanning manufacturing, trade, services, and non-profits. Revenue is not publicly disclosed; based on ~50 employees and 4,000+ SME customers, annual revenue is plausibly in the $10M–$25M band with low confidence.

Name

PROFFIX Software AG

Legal name

Forterro Schweiz Proffix AG

Website

https://proffix.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

PROFFIX Software AG (Forterro Schweiz Proffix AG) provides Proffix Px5, a modular, 100% Swiss-made ERP system for small and medium-sized enterprises in German-speaking Switzerland, covering accounting, Swissdec-certified payroll, e-banking, inventory, and CRM. Acquired by Forterro in August 2023, it serves 4,000+ customers through 40+ certified partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210), Software Publishers (51321)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Regulatory Reporting & Compliance Automation (FinCEN/CTR/SAR, EMIR/MiFID, etc.) (FSAGAFAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Regulatory Compliance Management (RegTech) (BPAEAPAB), Financial Data, Analytics & FinTech Tools (BI, ERP, Automation) (EDABAJAM)

Keywords

• ERP software
• Financial accounting
• Payroll management
• Business administration
• SME business software

Headquarters

HQ city

Wangs

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Software Licenses and Subscriptions: Proffix Px5 is sold as a modular ERP solution where customers pay for the modules they need. The subscription model includes software updates, support, and access to new features. Modules cover accounting, payroll, inventory, CRM, and more.
2. Implementation and Consulting Services: Revenue generated through certified partners and direct Forterro consultants for ERP implementation, data migration, customization, and process optimization services.
3. Training and Academy Services: Proffix Academy provides courses, tutorials, and individual training sessions for end users. Additional revenue from certification programs for partners.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Proffix Software AG develops and sells Proffix Px5, a modular ERP platform for Swiss small and medium-sized enterprises covering financial accounting, HR/payroll, CRM, inventory/order management, e-banking, and service management. The software is 100% Swiss Made, hosted in Switzerland, and offers deep Swiss regulatory localization including Swissdec-certified payroll, QR-bills, e-invoicing (ZUGFeRD), and online VAT reporting.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Proffix Px5 Modular ERP system for Swiss SMEs covering financial accounting, debtors/creditors, e-banking (ISO 20022), CRM, order processing, inventory management, purchasing, time management, HR/payroll (Swissdec-certified), and service management. Includes deep Swiss regulatory localization (QR-bills, ZUGFeRD e-invoicing, eMWST VAT reporting). Available to Swiss small and medium-sized enterprises across manufacturing, trade, services, and non-profit sectors.
• Proffix Expenses App Mobile companion app for Proffix Px5 that enables employees to capture, scan, and submit expense reports digitally on the go. Supports credit card statement integration and automatic posting to payroll, creditors, or accounting. Targets Swiss SME employees and finance teams.
• Proffix Academy

Quantifiable outcome

• 4,000+ Swiss SMEs simplified business administration with Proffix
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration18 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ForterrocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2023Proffix Software AG became part of Forterro group in August 2023. Forterro is a leading European software provider for SMEs with 40+ locations and 1,600+ employees serving 13,000+ companies. The acquisition provides Proffix with expanded resources, international expertise, and access to shared development centers while maintaining local Swiss identity.
• DevExpresscoreTechnology or IntegrationDevExpress provides the form designer component used in Proffix Px5 since version 4 (2014) for improved user experience, quality, and functionality.
• SwissdeccoreTechnology or IntegrationSwissdec certification ensures Proffix payroll module complies with Swiss salary reporting standards and electronic transmission requirements through ELM (Electronic Payroll Notification).
• WATO-Soft (Watosoft AG)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWATO-Soft is a key implementation partner (Supporter) that recommended and implemented Proffix for multiple customers including KORFF AG. Provides digitalization services around Proffix.
• Swiss Financial Institutions (ISO 20022 Network)coreTechnology or IntegrationProffix Px5 E-Banking connects with virtually all Swiss financial institutions including cantonal banks, Raiffeisen, PostFinance, UBS, Credit Suisse, and regional banks through ISO 20022 standard. Extensive banking partner list with 100+ institutions.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Abacus Research: Largest Swiss-origin ERP vendor, deeply entrenched across Swiss SMEs and mid-market with comparable Swiss-localized modules (accounting, payroll, CRM). Directly comparable on customer profile, Swiss regulatory compliance positioning, and partner-led distribution model.
• Bexio: Swiss cloud-native accounting and ERP platform targeting SMEs and small businesses. Closely comparable customer segment (Swiss KMU) and modular SaaS pricing, though Bexio focuses on micro-businesses while Proffix serves larger SMEs with on-prem/hybrid deployment.
• Myfactory: Sister ERP product under the Forterro umbrella, serving German-speaking SMEs with comparable modular ERP functionality. Operates within the same Swiss sales organization and was recently co-located with Proffix in the May 2026 Altendorf technology hub.
• Banana.ch: Swiss-developed accounting and ERP software serving Swiss SMEs and small businesses. Comparable on Swiss localization, Swiss Made positioning, and target customer profile, though typically smaller-scale deployments.
• Run my Accounts: Swiss online accounting and payroll outsourcing service for SMEs. Overlaps with Proffix in Swiss SME accounting, payroll, and regulatory compliance, though primarily service-led rather than software-led.

Broad incumbents

• Sage: Global incumbent in SME accounting and ERP (Sage 50, Sage 200, Sage X3) with established Swiss channel. Competes for the same Swiss SME customer base with broader geographic reach but less deep Swiss-specific localization than Proffix.
• SAP Business One: SAP's SME ERP offering targeting mid-market companies including in Switzerland. Larger and more global than Proffix, but offers comparable modules (accounting, inventory, CRM) and competes for the same larger-SME segment.
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central: Microsoft's cloud ERP for SMEs, increasingly adopted in Switzerland via local partners. Comparable on modular ERP functionality and SaaS delivery, with the advantage of Microsoft ecosystem integration and broader R&D investment.

Emerging players

• Odoo: Open-source / cloud-native ERP suite with a growing partner ecosystem and aggressive pricing. Targets the same SME segment globally, with increasing Swiss partner presence; represents a disruptive threat to traditional ERP vendors like Proffix.
• KLARA: Swiss cloud accounting platform focused on SMEs and small businesses, comparable customer profile to Proffix but with a fully cloud-native, mobile-first delivery model targeting the lower end of the Swiss KMU market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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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