Digital Connect GmbH

What Digital Connect GmbH does

Digital Connect GmbH is a German regional IT services provider headquartered in Zeulenroda-Triebes, Thuringia, with a secondary office in Oettersdorf. Founded as an independent entity on December 8, 2023, it was spun off from the HBS Firmengruppe, where its team had previously served as the internal IT function for the group's electrical-services and related companies. The company operates with a headcount of approximately 15 skilled professionals, including certified Fachinformatiker, Systemelektroniker, electrical engineers, and a media designer, supplemented by an active apprentice.

The firm's offering is organized as eight integrated service lines: IT consulting, IT infrastructure (networks, servers, cabling), IT security (firewalls, VPN, Zero-Trust, ransomware protection), client software management, maintenance and administration, programming and automation (Python-based OCR, Excel automation, Streamlit web apps, interface development), conference systems (hardware procurement and installation), and social media management. Technology execution relies primarily on Python for custom software and automation, complemented by standard network infrastructure, security, and remote-support tooling (TeamViewer, RustDesk).

The business model combines project-based work (infrastructure rollout, conference room installations, custom automation builds) with recurring managed services (maintenance, security, software management, social media). Distribution is exclusively direct, sales-led, and consultative, anchored by a free initial consultation. The customer base is concentrated in German SMBs and mid-market firms, with a notable group of HBS-affiliated enterprise customers, plus educational institutions, engineering offices, and trades companies. Geographic scope is domestic (Germany). There is no venture or external equity funding disclosed; the company is privately held by two managing directors, Tina Schuster and Steffen Schindler.

Name

Digital Connect GmbH

Legal name

Digital Connect GmbH

Website

https://digital-con.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2023

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Digital Connect GmbH is a German regional IT services firm spun off from the HBS Firmengruppe in 2023, delivering consulting, infrastructure, security, maintenance, custom Python automation, conference system, and social media services to SMBs, mid-market firms, and educational institutions across Germany.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed IT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (5415), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computer Facilities Management Services (541513), Other Computer Related Services (541519)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Digital Workplace & Collaboration Integration (BPAEAAAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Network Implementation & Integration Services (BPAEAEAB), Collaboration & Productivity Platforms (M365/Google Workspace, Email, Chat/Meetings) (BPAEAIAD), System Integration & Connectors (BPAMAOAC)

Keywords

• IT consulting services
• IT infrastructure planning
• IT security services
• Custom software development
• Managed IT services

Headquarters

HQ city

Zeulenroda-Triebes

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. IT Consulting Services: Professional IT consulting with a free initial consultation, followed by bespoke project-based engagements for IT strategy and digital transformation planning.
2. IT Maintenance and Administration: Ongoing maintenance and administration services covering preventive checks, software updates, security monitoring, backup, and user support — likely structured as recurring retainer or service contracts.
3. IT Infrastructure Planning and Implementation: One-time project engagements for planning, designing, installing, and configuring IT infrastructure including networks, servers, switches, routers, and firewalls.
4. IT Security Services: Security concept development and implementation including firewall, VPN, Zero-Trust, ransomware protection, and vulnerability assessment.
5. Client Software Management: Managed services for software deployment, patch management, licensing, and inventory on client endpoints.
6. Software Development and Automation: Custom Python-based software solutions, automation scripts, OCR tools, and Streamlit web applications developed per client requirements.
7. Conference System Installation: Procurement, installation, and configuration of conference room equipment including monitors, whiteboards, projectors, audio systems, and microphones.
8. Social Media Management: Ongoing social media profile setup, content creation, advertising, and management services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Digital Connect GmbH delivers end-to-end IT services for small and mid-sized German businesses, educational institutions, and engineering firms. Its offering spans IT consulting, infrastructure planning and installation, IT security (firewalls, VPN, Zero-Trust), client software management, ongoing maintenance and administration, custom Python-based software development and automation (including OCR and Streamlit applications), conference system installation, and social media management. All engagements begin with a free initial consultation and are tailored to individual client requirements.

Product overview

Digital Connect GmbH offers a comprehensive portfolio of eight integrated IT services for small and medium businesses in Germany. The service offering is organized as a unified consulting and implementation practice rather than a modular software product. Core services include IT Consulting (IT-Beratung), IT Infrastructure (IT-Infrastruktur), IT Security Concepts (IT-Sicherheitskonzept), Client Software Management (Verwaltung Clientsoftware), Maintenance and Administration (Wartung und Administration), Programming and Automation (Programmierung und Automatisierung), Conference Systems (Konferenzsysteme), and Social Media Management (Social Media). Programming and Automation services utilize Python for Excel automation, OCR solutions, Streamlit web applications, and data analysis. The company operates from two locations (Zeulenroda-Triebes and Oettersdorf) and serves clients across Germany including schools, engineering firms, and construction companies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IT-Beratung (IT Consulting) Professional IT consulting for businesses, starting with a free initial consultation to analyze requirements and develop tailored IT strategies for digital transformation.
• IT-Infrastruktur (IT Infrastructure) End-to-end IT infrastructure consulting and implementation including location analysis, design, hardware/software installation and configuration, data migration, training, testing, and ongoing support.
• IT-Sicherheitskonzept (IT Security Concept) IT security services including firewall implementation, traffic monitoring, unauthorized access protection, malware defense, VPN, Zero-Trust Network architecture, ransomware protection, vulnerability assessment, email security, and user training.
• Verwaltung Clientsoftware (Client Software Management) Client software management including deployment, patch management, configuration, security policy implementation, inventory management, license optimization, software rollouts, and user training.
• Wartung und Administration (Maintenance and Administration) IT system maintenance and administration covering preventive maintenance, software updates, security monitoring, backup and recovery, license management, system monitoring, user support, documentation, and continuous improvement.
• Programmierung und Automatisierung (Programming and Automation) Custom software development and automation using Python, including Excel automation, interface development, Streamlit web applications, custom OCR solutions, data analysis, and web scraping.
• Konferenzsysteme (Conference Systems) Conference room setup including procurement, installation, and configuration of monitors, whiteboards, slot-in PCs, projectors, audio systems, microphones, and wired/wireless connectivity.
• Social Media Management und Marketing Social media management including profile setup, content creation, advertising, profile management, and employer branding for businesses.

Quantifiable outcome

• OCR automation for APEX Ingenieure saves multiple hours of manual work monthly
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability6 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• HBS Elektrotechnik GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2023HBS Elektrotechnik GmbH collaborated with Digital Connect GmbH on the Raum-Stil-Bau Walther project, handling cable laying and component wall mounting while Digital Connect managed conference room equipment installation, configuration, and network setup.
• HBS Kundendienst GmbH & Co. KGcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2022HBS Kundendienst collaborated with Digital Connect GmbH on the Grund- und Oberschule Pausa network infrastructure project, responsible for cable laying while Digital Connect handled network cabinet wiring, switch and router configuration, and network commissioning.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Computacenter plc: Pan-European IT infrastructure and managed services provider with deep DACH presence. Mirrors Digital Connect's hybrid professional-services-plus-managed-support model, also targeting German Mittelstand and enterprise customers with full-lifecycle IT services.
• Atos Germany (Eviden): Major European IT services incumbent with significant German footprint providing managed infrastructure, security, and digital workplace services. Overlaps with Digital Connect across managed services, IT security, and digital workplace offerings, particularly for enterprise customers.
• Datev eG: Large German IT services cooperative serving SMBs (tax advisors, legal, auditors) with software, infrastructure, and managed services. While focused on a different vertical, its playbook of bundling software + IT operations + managed services for smaller German businesses closely parallels Digital Connect's horizontal SMB strategy.
• Bechtle AG: Germany's largest IT systems integrator and managed services provider, serving SMB and enterprise customers across all 16 German states. Operates the same end-to-end IT services model — consulting, infrastructure, security, software — that Digital Connect delivers, but at vastly greater scale and breadth.

Direct peers

• SALT Solutions GmbH: German IT consulting and managed services provider serving manufacturing, logistics, and mid-market enterprises with SAP, infrastructure, and custom software. Matches Digital Connect's consultative approach and German mid-market focus, with comparable custom development and managed services capabilities.
• GOB Software & Systeme GmbH & Co. KG: German IT services and consulting firm specialized in Microsoft, infrastructure, and managed services for mid-market customers. A close analog in target segment (German Mittelstand), service mix (managed IT, consulting, security), and geographic profile.
• All for One Group SE: German mid-market IT services firm focused on ERP, cloud, and managed services for SMEs — directly comparable in target customer (German Mittelstand), service breadth (consulting through managed ops), and bundled full-lifecycle model. Provides a useful comparable for Digital Connect's positioning.
• SVA System Vertrieb Alexander GmbH: Mid-sized German IT systems integrator with headquarters in Wiesbaden, offering data center, networking, security, and managed services to enterprise and mid-market clients. Closely matches Digital Connect on service mix, customer profile, and consultative regional sales approach.
• msg systems AG: German-based IT consulting and software firm providing consulting, infrastructure, and customized industry solutions to mid-market and enterprise clients. Comparable in its consultative, breadth-of-service approach with significant custom development IP similar to Digital Connect's Python automation practice.

Emerging players

• Adacor Hosting GmbH: German managed hosting and IT services provider focused on SMB and mid-market customers. While more hosting-centric, it competes for similar German SMB IT-services budget and offers comparable bundled managed services with consultative sales motion.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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