What ProgX does

abtis Holding AG is a Pforzheim-headquartered, 100% Microsoft-focused IT services partner serving the German Mittelstand (mid-market) across the DACH region. The company operates five integrated practice areas — Workplace (M365 Copilot, Cloud Desktop, Power Platform, Managed Voice), Azure/Cloud Infrastructure (Cloud Engagement Model, Cloud Starter, Cloud Refresh, App Modernization), Security (Zero Trust, Managed Mail, SOC as a Service, the in-house Cyber Defense Operations Center, OT-Security), Data & AI (Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Azure AI, Company Copilot, pl.AI.nning, FinanceCockpit), and Business Applications (Microsoft CRM and ERP on Dynamics 365). Service delivery spans assessment, implementation, managed operations, and paid workshops across six German offices.

The business monetizes through three primary revenue streams: (1) professional services for cloud migration, security assessments, and digital transformation projects; (2) recurring managed services anchored on the in-house CDOC for 24/7 security monitoring, SOC-as-a-Service, and Modern Secure Workplace; and (3) Microsoft cloud resell and subscription-based offerings (Azure, Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365). Proprietary software products — Company Copilot, pl.AI.nning, FinanceCockpit für Business Central, the Leitfaden App, and Business Central backup/update tools — provide incremental recurring revenue and customer lock-in beyond pure services.

The go-to-market is consultative enterprise field sales targeting German Mittelstand companies, supported by workshops as lead generation, customer success stories, a partner newsletter, and co-selling through the Microsoft partner ecosystem and marketplace. With 250+ certified experts and 1,200+ customers, abtis positions itself as a trusted, single-vendor advisor for mid-market digital transformation rather than a standalone software vendor. Recognition as Microsoft Partner of the Year 2025, the first DACH Frontier Partner, and one of only 121 global MXDR Verified MSSPs underpins its credibility, while ongoing credential accumulation and product launches in 2025 suggest continued investment in deepening the Microsoft-aligned practice.

Name

ProgX

Legal name

abtis Holding AG

Website

https://progx.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

abtis Holding AG is a 100% Microsoft-focused IT services partner serving 1,200+ German Mittelstand customers across the DACH region, delivering consulting, managed security, and cloud services through five practices: Workplace, Azure, Security, Data & AI, and Business Applications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed IT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

ERP/CRM/HRIS Implementation & Integration (BPAEAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

ERP, CRM & Enterprise Applications Consulting (BPAHAEAI), Enterprise Application Managed Services Outsourcing (ERP/CRM/HRIS AMS) (BPAEAMAI), IT Incident, Problem & Change Management Platforms (HDAEALAI)

Keywords

• Microsoft cloud services
• Managed IT security
• Digital transformation consulting
• Cloud migration services
• Microsoft partner consulting

Headquarters

HQ city

Pforzheim

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Revenue model

1. IT Consulting and Digital Transformation Services: Consulting services for digital transformation including cloud migration, security assessments, and modernization projects
2. Managed Security Services: Ongoing managed security services including SOC as a Service, Managed Firewall, Managed Mail, and Modern Secure Workplace
3. Microsoft Cloud Services: Azure cloud services, Microsoft 365, and related cloud platform services delivered as managed offerings
4. Workshops and Training: Paid workshops on Microsoft technologies including M365 Copilot, Power Platform, Azure, and Data & AI solutions

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ProgX (associated with abtis Holding AG) operates as a Microsoft-focused IT services partner delivering consulting, implementation, and managed services across Workplace (Microsoft 365), Azure cloud infrastructure, Security, Data & AI, and Business Applications (Dynamics 365 CRM/ERP). The company serves over 1,200 mid-market customers in the DACH region with a team of 250+ experts, providing end-to-end digital transformation services from strategy and migration through to managed operations and 24/7 cybersecurity monitoring via its in-house Cyber Defense Operations Center.

Product overview

ProgX operates as a comprehensive Microsoft solutions partner offering an integrated portfolio of consulting services and managed solutions across five core practice areas: Workplace (M365 Copilot, Cloud Desktop, Power Platform, Managed Voice), Azure/Cloud Infrastructure (Cloud Engagement Model, Cloud Adoption Framework, Cloud Starter, Cloud Refresh, App Modernization), Security (Zero Trust, Managed Mail, SOC as a Service, Modern Secure Workplace, Cyber Defense Operations Center, OT-Security, Penetration Testing), Data & AI (Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, Azure AI, Company Copilot, pl.AI.nning, FinanceCockpit, IT-Controlling), and Business Applications (Microsoft CRM, Microsoft ERP with related services). The company provides end-to-end services spanning assessment, implementation, managed operations, and workshops, functioning as a trusted advisor for mid-market digital transformation rather than a standalone software vendor.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• my.abtis Portal: Customer portal for abtis services
• Company Copilot
• pl.AI.nning
• FinanceCockpit für Business Central
• Leitfaden App

Products and services

• Cloud Engagement Model Structured cloud adoption methodology guiding organizations through strategic planning, execution, and governance of Azure cloud initiatives.
• Cloud Starter Accelerated onboarding package for organizations beginning their Azure cloud journey with foundational infrastructure and initial workload deployment.
• Cloud Refresh Modernization service for existing Azure cloud environments, updating infrastructure, optimizing costs, and implementing latest platform capabilities.
• App Modernization Transformation service converting legacy applications to cloud-native, containerized, or SaaS models using Microsoft Azure technologies.
• Modern Secure Workplace Comprehensive managed security service orchestrating endpoint protection, identity management, and threat defense through the Cyber Defense Operations Center.
• Cyber Defense Operations Center (CDOC) In-house security operations facility providing 24/7 continuous monitoring, threat analysis, and rapid incident response capabilities for mid-market enterprises.
• SOC as a Service Security Operations Center capabilities delivering 24/7 threat monitoring, detection, and response through expert analysts and advanced tooling.
• Managed Mail Secure email management service providing protection against phishing, spam, and advanced threats with continuous monitoring and incident response.
• Managed Firewall Managed firewall service providing ongoing configuration, monitoring, and protection of network perimeter infrastructure.
• Managed Advanced Entra ID Backup Backup and recovery service for Microsoft Entra ID ensuring identity protection and business continuity.
• Intelligent Endpoint Security Managed endpoint protection service combining advanced threat detection, response, and policy enforcement for corporate endpoints.
• OT-Security Operational Technology security services protecting industrial control systems, SCADA environments, and critical infrastructure from cyber threats.
• Penetration Testing Ethical hacking and vulnerability assessment services identifying security weaknesses through simulated cyber attacks.
• Managed Voice Cloud-based telephony and communications management service providing Teams integration, voice calling, and unified communications capabilities.
• Company Copilot Customized AI assistant solution tailored for organizational knowledge management and productivity enhancement built on Microsoft 365 Copilot foundations.
• pl.AI.nning AI-powered business planning and forecasting solution leveraging generative AI for strategic planning support and scenario analysis.
• FinanceCockpit für Business Central Financial management dashboard and analytics solution for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, providing real-time financial reporting and control.
• Modernes IT-Controlling IT governance and financial management solution enabling cost optimization, budget tracking, and performance measurement for technology investments.
• CRM Easy Start Accelerated Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales CRM implementation package for organizations seeking rapid deployment and quick time-to-value.
• ERP Easy Start Simplified Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP implementation program designed for rapid deployment and minimal disruption.
• Business Central Update Notifier Monitoring service tracking Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central updates, releases, and feature changes to ensure timely system maintenance.
• Business Central Backup Service Automated backup and disaster recovery service for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ensuring data protection and business continuity.
• Leitfaden App Digital guidance application providing step-by

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1,200 customers across all industries in Germany trust abtis services

Named customers4 records

Segments1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• MicrosoftflagshipTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025abtis is a 100% Microsoft-focused IT services partner with Microsoft Partner of the Year Award 2025, Frontier Partner status, and MXDR Verified Partner recognition. They hold multiple Microsoft Advanced Specializations including Modern Workplace, Azure Infrastructure, Security, Digital App Innovation, Data & AI, and Business Applications. They are a member of the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA).

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• T-Systems: Deutsche Telekom's IT services arm with broad German IT/system integration and Microsoft partnership. Broad incumbent serving German enterprise with a far more diversified portfolio than ProgX.
• Allgeier: German IT services group with Microsoft and broader digital transformation practices. Broad incumbent comparable in DACH scope but with a more diversified portfolio spanning non-Microsoft stacks as well.
• NTT Data: Global IT services provider with a dedicated Microsoft Business Applications practice. Broad incumbent with comparable Microsoft consulting depth but broader geographic and service footprint than ProgX.
• Bechtle AG: Largest publicly listed German IT systems house with Microsoft cloud and managed services practices. Broad incumbent serving German mid-market and enterprise across hardware, services, and Microsoft cloud.
• Capgemini: Global IT services leader with a substantial Microsoft practice and large Microsoft delivery centers. Broad incumbent that competes for German enterprise Microsoft projects beyond ProgX's mid-market sweet spot.

Direct peers

• msg group: Major German IT consultancy with a strong Microsoft Dynamics ERP practice and focus on banking, insurance, and public sector. Direct peer for Microsoft ERP consulting and Microsoft-based digital transformation in Germany at comparable regional scale.
• Avanade: Joint venture between Accenture and Microsoft, the global leader in Microsoft-focused consulting and managed services. Direct peer across the same Microsoft stack—ERP/CRM, Azure, Security, Data & AI—and ProgX's primary head-to-head competitor when German accounts are pursued by global SIs.
• glueckkanja: German Microsoft-specialist partner focused on Microsoft 365, Azure, and Security. Direct peer in the DACH Microsoft SI market with comparable scale and 100% Microsoft focus; head-to-head competitor for Mittelstand digital transformation projects.
• Slalom: Pure-play Microsoft-focused consulting firm with deep Cloud, AI, and Data practice. Direct peer in Microsoft ecosystem consulting; Slalom's growing DACH presence competes with ProgX for German mid-market transformation engagements.

Regional players

• Sopra Steria: European-headquartered IT services and consulting firm with Microsoft practice. Regional (European) player comparable in scale to ProgX but operating across broader European geographies rather than DACH-only.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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