What GD System does

GD System (GD SYSTEM S.R.L.) is an Italian IT services and digital solutions provider founded in 2016 in Saluzzo, Cuneo province, Piedmont, by Gianpaolo Demaria and Davide Marocco. The company operates as a full-service IT partner for Italian micro-local businesses, SMEs, freelancers, large enterprises, multinationals, and public administration, offering IT infrastructure and networking, cybersecurity (including the 4Securitas-partnered ACSIA CRA risk assessment and ACSIA XDR Plus threat monitoring), custom software and ERP development, website and e-commerce platforms built on WordPress/WooCommerce, hardware sales (new and refurbished with up to 50% cost savings), GDPR and privacy compliance, business continuity and disaster recovery, digital marketing, and professional photo/video production. Its service mix is dominated by professional services and project-based work, supplemented by recurring annual fees for proprietary hosting (GD Server) and ongoing support; the company also offers body rental / staff leasing for specialized short-term engagements.

Underlying technology includes a proprietary internal hosting platform (GD Server), resale and implementation rights for 4Securitas cybersecurity products, and a custom software practice spanning Industry 4.0, mobile applications, and sector-specific management systems for food, agriculture, construction, transport, medical, and service industries. The go-to-market is sales-led and primarily direct, driven by a website quote request form with first-contact response promised in under four working hours, supplemented by phone, email, and digital advertising on Meta, Google, and LinkedIn. In January 2025, GD System entered a notable partnership with Cassa di Risparmio di Savigliano to develop AI-powered document management, signaling a first move into the banking vertical and into applied AI as a service line.

The company is bootstrapped and privately held, with no disclosed institutional funding, no parent company, and no M&A history. Revenue is not publicly disclosed. Operational governance is handled by a three-person board (Gianpaolo Demaria as President, Gianfranco Sorasio as Administrator, and Carlo Cigna as Counselor) and a delivery team spanning system administrators, software architects, developers, cybersecurity advisors, graphic designers, photographers, and digital marketing consultants.

Name

GD System

Legal name

GD SYSTEM S.R.L.

Website

https://gdsystem.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

GD System is a privately held, bootstrapped Italian IT services company founded in 2016 in Saluzzo, serving SMEs, public administration, and enterprises across Italy with custom software, cybersecurity, web development, hardware, and digital marketing under a single full-service model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Saluzzo

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Professional IT Services: Consulting, support, system administration, cybersecurity advisory, and managed IT services provided to businesses and public administration on a project or retainer basis.
2. Hardware Sales (New and Refurbished): Sale of processors, storage, motherboards, RAM, graphics cards, monitors, printers, scanners, peripherals, servers, and refurbished devices with up to 50% savings.
3. Custom Software Development: Development of bespoke management systems, ERP, Industry 4.0 software, mobile apps, and industry-specific applications tailored to client needs.
4. Web Development and E-commerce: Design and development of responsive websites, multi-language sites, e-commerce platforms (WooCommerce, WordPress), and e-learning platforms, including hosting and domain management.
5. Digital Marketing Services: Web marketing, social media management, SEO, content creation, online advertising (Meta, Google, LinkedIn Ads), photo/video production, provided in collaboration with T.U.A. Social.
6. Body Rental / Staff Leasing: Rental of specialized human resources for short-term operational and consulting activities on specific projects, offering flexibility and cost efficiency compared to permanent hiring.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

GD System is a managed IT services company delivering end-to-end digital solutions for Italian SMEs, public administration, and professionals. Core offerings include custom software and ERP development, IT infrastructure and networking design, cybersecurity (with proprietary ACSIA CRA and ACSIA XDR Plus tools via 4Securitas partnership), website and e-commerce platform development on WordPress/WooCommerce, business continuity and disaster recovery planning, GDPR compliance consulting, hardware sales (new and refurbished with up to 50% cost savings), and digital marketing and online advertising services.

Product overview

GD System is an IT services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of digital solutions. The core offerings include custom software development (gestionali), website and e-commerce platforms (WordPress/WooCommerce), IT infrastructure and networking, cybersecurity services with proprietary tools ACSIA CRA and XDR Plus via 4Securitas partnership, hardware sales (new and refurbished), and digital marketing services. The company also provides specialized solutions for Public Administration, GDPR compliance consulting, business continuity planning, and professional photography/video services. Services are delivered through a team of 20+ professionals including system administrators, developers, cybersecurity advisors, and digital marketing specialists based in Saluzzo, Italy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IT Systems and Networking (Sistemi informatici e networking) Design, implementation and management of network architecture, data centers, server systems, backup infrastructure, and connectivity optimization for office and remote work environments. Targeted at Italian SMEs, large enterprises and public administration needing reliable connectivity and IT infrastructure.
• Cybersecurity Services (Sicurezza informatica) Vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, intrusion detection, antivirus/anti-malware solutions, two-factor authentication, and data protection planning for Italian businesses and public administration. Includes resold and implemented ACSIA CRA (risk scoring) and ACSIA XDR Plus (real-time threat analysis) products from partner 4Securitas.
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR) Risk identification, impact assessment, asset protection strategies, and operational recovery procedures to keep Italian businesses and PA running during disruptions.
• Custom Software and ERP Development (Software personalizzati) Custom management systems, ERP solutions, Industry 4.0 software, mobile applications, and specialized applications for sectors including food, agriculture, construction, transport, healthcare, and services. Built to client-specific business processes.
• Website and E-commerce Development (Siti web e e-commerce) Design and development of responsive WordPress websites, multilingual sites, one-page sites, corporate websites, and WooCommerce-based e-commerce platforms with SEO optimization. Optional hosting on proprietary GD Server infrastructure.
• Hardware Sales - New and Refurbished (Vendita Hardware) Sale of new and refurbished computers, laptops, printers, scanners, peripherals, storage, servers, and gaming stations with up to 50% savings on refurbished units and a 12-month warranty.
• Public Administration Supplies (Forniture per PA) IT solutions specifically designed for Italian public administration including workstations, infrastructure, networks, custom software, video conferencing systems, and data protection solutions.
• GDPR and Privacy Compliance Consulting GDPR/privacy compliance consulting including privacy policy implementation, cookie policy, compliant websites, secure e-commerce, and vulnerability testing aligned with EU regulations.
• Web Marketing Digital marketing strategies including social media marketing, content marketing, SEO copywriting, email marketing, editorial planning, and data analytics consulting, delivered in collaboration with T.U.A. Social.
• Online Advertising (Pubblicità Online) Paid online advertising services including Meta Ads (Facebook/Instagram), Google Ads, LinkedIn Ads, retargeting, lead generation, content creation, and campaign reporting.
• Photo and Video Production (Foto e Video) Professional photography and video production services for websites, e-commerce, social media, advertising, infographics, and reel editing.
• IT Support and Consulting (Supporto e Consulenza) IT support and consulting with first response in under 4 working hours, problem diagnosis, and tailored solution recommendations for businesses and professionals.
• Body Rental / Staff Leasing Rental of specialized human resources for short-term operational and consulting activities on specific projects, offering flexibility and cost efficiency compared to permanent hiring.
• GD Server - Proprietary Web Hosting Proprietary in-house hosting infrastructure for client domains with planned backups, bug and downtime coverage, and annual management fee included.

Quantifiable outcome

• Response time: first contact in under 4 working hours
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and notable.

• 4SecuritascoreTechnology or IntegrationGD System partners with 4Securitas, a European cybersecurity innovation company, to offer ACSIA CRA (cyber risk assessment) and ACSIA XDR Plus (real-time threat monitoring) solutions to Italian businesses and public administration. GD System resells, implements, and provides consulting around these cybersecurity tools, analyzing client vulnerability levels and developing prevention and recovery plans.
• T.U.A. SocialcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGD System collaborates with T.U.A. Social (tuasocial.it) for digital marketing services. T.U.A. Social provides social media management, content creation, advertising campaigns on Meta, Google and LinkedIn, SEO, and web marketing strategy for GD System's clients. The partnership extends GD System's service offering beyond pure IT into integrated digital marketing.
• Cassa di Risparmio di SaviglianonotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerCassa di Risparmio di Savigliano, a regional bank, entered into an agreement with GD System for the development of AI-powered document management solutions. This partnership was covered in press by Cuneo24.it and ideawebtv.it in January 2025, highlighting GD System as a leader in innovative software solutions.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SCAI Group: Italian IT consulting and system integration firm serving banking, PA, and enterprise clients. Direct peer because it competes in custom software development, IT infrastructure, and PA/banking verticals across Italy with comparable service-line breadth.
• Maticmind: Italian IT services and system integration company offering infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and managed services to enterprises and PA. Direct peer because it competes head-to-head in Italian mid-market IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and managed services with a similar full-service delivery model.
• Netech: Italian IT services company specializing in managed services, networking, and cloud infrastructure for SMEs. Direct peer because both operate as Italian regional MSPs delivering IT infrastructure, managed services, and cybersecurity to small and mid-sized businesses.

Broad incumbents

• Var Group: Large Italian IT services and digital transformation provider serving SMEs and large enterprises. Comparable because both offer integrated IT infrastructure, software, and digital services to Italian SMBs and enterprises, but Var Group operates at national/international scale and a much wider portfolio.
• BIP Consulting: Italian management and technology consulting firm with significant digital transformation and custom software practices. Comparable because both deliver IT consulting and custom digital solutions to Italian enterprises and PA, but BIP is larger and more diversified.
• Tinexta Cyber: Italian digital trust and cybersecurity group serving PA and enterprises. Comparable because both address Italian PA cybersecurity and compliance needs, but Tinexta operates at much larger scale across multiple trust/cyber subsegments.
• Engineering Ingegneria Informatica: Major Italian IT services, software, and digital transformation group with strong PA and banking presence. Comparable because both serve Italian PA and financial institutions with IT infrastructure and custom software, but Engineering operates at national scale across many verticals.
• Reply: Large Italian digital services and consulting group specializing in custom software, digital platforms, and emerging tech. Comparable because both offer custom software development and digital services to Italian enterprises, though Reply operates across Europe at much larger scale.

Regional players

• Ated-ICT Ticino: Regional IT services association/provider in Italian-speaking Switzerland offering managed IT, networking, and digital services to local SMEs. Comparable because of similar full-service SMB IT services positioning and Italian-speaking regional market focus, though it operates in a different country.

Emerging players

• Cyberoo: Italian-listed cybersecurity services provider specializing in MDR and managed security for SMEs. Comparable because both serve Italian SMEs with cybersecurity offerings, but Cyberoo is a focused cybersecurity pure-play rather than a full-service MSP.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/gdsystemsaluzzo
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gd-system
• Instagraminstagram.com/gd.system/?hl=it

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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