What 1st Vision does

1st Vision GmbH is a privately held German IT consulting and solutions company founded in 1993 and headquartered in Schwaig bei Nürnberg. The firm specializes in implementing and extending three core platforms for the German Mittelstand: Sage 100 (ERP for accounting, inventory management, and production), CAS genesisWorld (CRM/xRM), and Shopware (eCommerce). Rather than building a competing suite, 1st Vision operates as a Sage Gold Business Partner, Shopware Partner (since 2014), and CAS Software Partner (since 2018), layering proprietary connector modules on top — including the OLSI webshop interface, the Shopware 6 Connector, the Vorkasse prepayment/packaging assistant, shipping interfaces for DHL/UPS/DPD/GLS, a PDF Saver service, E-Mail and Reporting Windows services, an OCR-based e-invoice module, and add-ons for the new German E-Rechnung regulatory regime.

The technology architecture follows a "platform plus modules" model in which Sage 100 serves as the ERP backbone and 1st Vision's proprietary connectors provide webshop connectivity, document automation, and process optimization. The company has no public API or developer portal, and its differentiators are integration interoperability and operational ease-of-use rather than proprietary AI or data analytics. The firm has been certified as a Sage Partner for 2025 and held Gold Business Partner status as of the input period.

Commercially, 1st Vision generates revenue through a mix of software licensing and subscriptions (Sage 100, Sage 100 Connected, CAS genesisWorld, Shopware, and recurring add-on subscriptions such as the E-Rechnung Komfortpaket), plus professional services including IT consulting, structured implementation, training, and post-Go-Live support. GTM is a consultative enterprise field sales motion: free webcast → on-site consultation → workshop → requirements specification (Lastenheft) → proposal → fixed-price project. Distribution is regional (Germany/DACH) and direct, supplemented by partner co-selling through Sage, Shopware, and CAS partner networks. Pricing is largely quote-based for core ERP/CRM/eCommerce, with disclosed price points only for training (EUR 600 for 4 hours) and the E-Rechnung subscription (EUR 11–15 per user per month plus EUR 121–165 per customer per month).

Name

1st Vision

Legal name

1st Vision GmbH

Website

https://1st-vision.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

1st Vision GmbH is a German IT consultancy that implements and extends Sage 100 ERP, CAS genesisWorld CRM, and Shopware eCommerce platforms for mid-sized Mittelstand companies in the DACH region, supplemented by proprietary connector modules and implementation services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

ERP Implementation & Integration Services

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

ERP Implementation & Systems Integration Services (BPAEAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

ERP Extensions & Add-ons (CPQ, Billing, Revenue Management) (HDAEAEAO), ERP Managed Services & AMS (Application Management) (BPAEAGAB)

Keywords

• ERP implementation services
• ECommerce integration solutions
• Sage 100 consulting
• Shopware partner solutions
• CRM system integration

Headquarters

HQ city

Schwaig

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. ERP Software Sales & Subscriptions: Sale and subscription of Sage 100 ERP licenses and modules, including the Sage 100 Connected rental model (monthly subscription). Revenue from software licensing, module purchases, and connected services.
2. CRM & eCommerce Solutions: CAS genesisWorld CRM and Shopware eCommerce platform sales, implementation, and related module development. Includes proprietary connectors and integrations.
3. Consulting & Implementation Services: IT consulting, digital transformation advisory, and project implementation services following a structured methodology: webcast, on-site consultation, workshop, requirements specification, proposal, and Go-Live support.
4. Training & Education: User training packages for Sage 100 and related systems, offered as online sessions or on-site, including special pricing for existing customers.
5. E-Rechnung Komfortpaket (Add-on Subscription): Subscription add-on for Sage 100 enabling electronic invoice processing, priced per user per month and per customer per month.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

1st Vision GmbH is a German IT consulting and solutions firm that implements, customizes, and integrates ERP (Sage 100), CRM (CAS genesisWorld), and eCommerce (Shopware) platforms for German Mittelstand companies. The company develops proprietary connector modules (OLSI, Shopware 6 Connector, E-Mail Service, Reporting Service, PDF Saver, OCR-based e-invoice processing) that synchronize data between ERP back-ends and Shopware-based webshops, and provides structured consulting, implementation, training, and post-Go-Live support services.

Product overview

1st Vision GmbH is an IT consulting and solutions company specializing in ERP, CRM, and E-commerce for the German Mittelstand. The core portfolio centers on three platforms: Sage 100 (ERP — accounting, inventory management, production), CAS genesisWorld (CRM/xRM), and Shopware (E-commerce). These platforms are extended through 1st Vision's proprietary add-on modules including the OLSI Shopware interface, prepayment/packaging assistant, shipping interface (DHL/UPS/DPD/GLS), PDF Saver, header/footer text module, E-mail and Reporting services, Shopware 6 Connector, and e-invoice OCR processing. The company also integrates complementary solutions such as DocuWare (DMS), MDE.next (mobile data capture), and Sage HR Suite (HR management). The architecture follows a platform-plus-modules model where Sage 100 serves as the ERP backbone with 1st Vision modules providing webshop connectivity, document automation, and process optimization.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• 1st Vision Module: Eigene Zusatzmodule zur Sage 100 (Cloud), entwickelt von 1st Vision als Sage Developer Partner. Schwerpunkt auf Prozessoptimierung im Bereich Webshop-Anbindung und eCommerce-Abwicklung.

Products and services

• Sage 100 ERP ERP solution for mid-sized companies (German Mittelstand) covering accounting (Rechnungswesen), inventory management (Warenwirtschaft), production planning, and xRM modules. Available in cloud-connected rental model (Sage 100 Connected) or traditional desktop license. 1st Vision provides implementation, customization, training, and proprietary extension modules.
• CAS genesisWorld CRM CRM/xRM solution from CAS Software AG offering customer relationship management adaptable to industry-specific needs. Features intelligent interfaces to Sage 100, central database, smart search, and offline/online access across devices. Implemented and resold by 1st Vision as an authorized CAS partner.
• Shopware eCommerce Implementation E-commerce platform (Shopware 6) implementation, theming, extensions, and integration with Sage 100 ERP. 1st Vision is a certified Shopware Partner providing the platform along with proprietary connectors and integrations for B2B and B2C webshop scenarios.
• OLSI Webshop Solutions for Shopware Bidirectional interface module transferring merchandise categories, articles with variants and images from Sage 100 to Shopware, and importing orders back into Sage 100 as web orders, order confirmations, or direct invoices. New customer creation supported. Developed and distributed by 1st Vision for the German market.
• Vorkasse, Liefer- und Verpackungsassistent Sage 100 module combining prepayment handling, picking, and packaging. Prepayment handler reads bank statements (CSV/ASCII), matches payments to orders, auto-reconciles upon invoice. Pick-and-pack assistant supports delivery note creation, partial shipments, and priority-based picking. Packaging assistant supports scan-and-verify workflows.
• Versand Übergabe-Schnittstelle (Shipping Interface) Shipping interface module exporting shipping data from Sage 100 as CSV or XML (UPS) for processing by carrier shipping software. Auto-exports on document save based on configured shipping method. Supports DHL, UPS, DPD, and GLS.
• PDF Saver Windows service saving Sage AppDesigner purchase/sales documents as PDF automatically in background. Enables PDF invoice display in customer accounts via OLSI webshop module or 1st Vision Shopware Connector. Includes 7 AppDesigner elements (10 in Standard/Basic).
• 1st Vision E-Mail Service Windows service enhancing Sage 100 email communication via SMTP, Office 365 SMTP, or Exchange server. Runs independently of Sage 100 version on any server. Enables seamless database connection for automated email workflows.
• 1st Vision Reporting Service Windows service for time-scheduled reporting and task management within Sage 100. Enables seamless reporting integration, data queries, updates, and productivity enhancement for data-driven challenges.
• Shopware 6 Connector Custom-developed connector by 1st Vision linking Sage 100 ERP with Shopware 6 e-commerce platform, enabling bidirectional data synchronization for webshop operations including product, inventory, order, and customer data exchange.
• Komfortpaket E-Rechnung für Sage 100 E-invoice comfort package extending Sage 100 standard with ZUGFeRD automatic display, quantity unit mapping, UBL converter for international formats, batch import, and extended organization with status tracking. Claims up to 87% time savings on e-invoice processing.
• e-invoice OCR Sage Rockstar Module OCR-based electronic invoice processing fully integrated into Sage 100 version 9.0 by Softfolio. Automatically validates invoices against GoBD compliance, extracts invoice content from paper or PDF, and provides standardized flexible approval workflow.
• Shopware Accessibility Plugins Free accessibility plugins for Shopware 5 and 6 ensuring compliance with BFSG (Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz) effective June 28, 2025. DSGVO-compliant and future-proof solutions for digital accessibility.
• Shopware Widerrufsbutton-Lösung Technical implementation for Shopware shops to comply with § 356a BGB revocation button requirement effective June 19, 2026. Includes highlighted 'Vertrag widerrufen' button, electronic form, and automatic email confirmations to customer and merchant.
• DocuWare Document Management Cloud-based document management and workflow automation software. Jointly offered with partner Wallfahrer GmbH. Enables digitization, legally compliant archiving, and processing of business documents to optimize core processes. Optional Sage 100 interface available.
• Sage HR Suite Connected HR suite including payroll (Personalabrechnung), personnel management (Personalmanagement), time management (Zeitmanagement), and applicant management Smart (Bewerbermanagement). Available as cloud-connected rental model. 1st Vision provides migration, implementation, and training services.
• MDE.next Mobile Data Capture Mobile data acquisition solution on Android basis by abacus. Enables warehouse employees to book inventory movements with mobile devices and optimize logistics processes. Compatible with various hardware. Offered by 1st Vision as part of its process optimization portfolio.
• IT Consulting & Implementation Services IT consulting, digital transformation advisory, and project implementation services following a structured methodology: webcast, on-site consultation, workshop, requirements specification (Lastenheft), proposal, and Go-Live support. Targeted at German Mittelstand companies seeking integrated ERP/CRM/eCommerce solutions.
• Training & Education User training packages for Sage 100 and related systems, offered as online sessions or on-site. Standard pricing: 4 hours €600.00 net; 8 hours €1,200.00 net. Special time-limited pricing: 4 hours €500.00 net; 2 hours €270.00 net. Minimum billing unit: 30 minutes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 87% time savings in electronic invoice processing with the E-Rechnung Komfortpaket

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration19 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Wallfahrer GmbHminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2023Long-standing DMS partner collaborating with 1st Vision on DocuWare implementations. Wallfahrer GmbH provides DMS expertise while 1st Vision handles Sage 100 integration, offering DocuWare optionally with a Sage 100 interface.
• CAS Software AGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2018Partnership established in 2018, with multiple CRM projects successfully completed. 1st Vision resells and implements CAS genesisWorld CRM/xRM solutions, which are integrated with Sage 100 via intelligent interfaces, providing seamless data flow and central database for customers.
• Shopware AGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2014Partnership began in 2014. 1st Vision is an authorized Shopware partner implementing Shopware 6 professional eCommerce platforms. The company developed a proprietary Shopware 6 Connector for Sage 100, enabling bidirectional ERP-eCommerce integration, and has a dedicated Shopware specialist on staff.
• Sage GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 19981st Vision has been a Sage partner since 1998, evolving from an office line partner to a Gold Business Partner currently certified in 2025. The company resells and implements Sage 100 ERP, develops proprietary modules as a Sage Developer Partner, and provides consulting, implementation, and support services. As of 2025, 1st Vision holds Partner Certification and Business Partner Gold status.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• dkd Internet Service GmbH: Frankfurt-based Shopware and ERP eCommerce agency implementing Shopware shops with back-end ERP integrations. Comparable as a German Shopware + ERP integration partner targeting B2B and B2C retailers.
• Net Inventors GmbH: Shopware Gold Partner providing eCommerce implementations and ERP integrations for German retailers and B2B brands. Comparable on the Shopware + ERP integration axis that 1st Vision addresses with its OLSI module and Shopware 6 Connector.
• Infoniqa Holding GmbH: Sage partner in the DACH region focused on HR, payroll, and ERP for mid-sized companies. Comparable as a Sage-aligned solutions provider with similar Mittelstand customer base and recurring software + services revenue model.
• BE-terna GmbH: Sage Platinum Partner headquartered in the DACH region providing ERP, CRM, and business software implementation for mid-sized companies. Directly comparable as a Sage-focused systems integrator with similar Mittelstand target customers across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

Broad incumbents

• CAS Software AG: The vendor of CAS genesisWorld CRM/xRM that 1st Vision implements. Comparable as a broader incumbent whose product roadmap and partner economics directly influence 1st Vision's CRM practice.
• proALPHA Business Cloud GmbH: German ERP vendor serving mid-sized manufacturing and trading companies with an integrated ERP/CRM/eCommerce platform. Comparable as a Mittelstand-focused ERP competitor, though operating as a vendor rather than partner-implementer.
• Sage GmbH: The ERP vendor whose Sage 100 platform 1st Vision resells, implements, and extends. Comparable as the broader incumbent shaping 1st Vision's product roadmap, pricing, and channel economics.
• SAP SE: Global ERP incumbent with SAP Business One and S/4HANA targeting the upper Mittelstand. Represents the alternative platform choice that competes for the same digitalization budgets 1st Vision addresses with Sage 100.
• Allgeier SE: Publicly listed German IT services group covering enterprise applications, ERP/CRM, and digital transformation. Overlaps with 1st Vision through ERP/CRM consulting but operates at materially larger scale and a broader industry footprint.
• Shopware AG: The vendor of the Shopware eCommerce platform 1st Vision implements. Comparable as the platform incumbent whose partner network and product roadmap shape 1st Vision's eCommerce practice and proprietary connector business.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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