Protekto Gruppe - Betriebsarzt, Arbeitsschutz, Datenschutz

What Protekto Gruppe - Betriebsarzt, Arbeitsschutz, Datenschutz does

Protekto Gruppe GmbH is a German limited liability company headquartered in Buchholz in der Nordheide, Lower Saxony, that delivers outsourced workplace protection services across three legally mandated pillars: occupational health (Betriebsarzt), occupational safety (Arbeitsschutz, including fire and electrical safety), and data protection (Datenschutz, including GDPR/DSGVO, IT security, and HinSchG whistleblower compliance). The company operates a modular platform of 114 service modules that can be combined into tailored subscription-style retainers or one-off project engagements, and supplements its in-house team of roughly 10 corporate staff with a nationwide network of 50+ certified specialists (ProNet) to deliver on-site service anywhere in Germany. No proprietary software is developed; the underlying technology is certified human expertise augmented by digital delivery tools including an online needs calculator (Bedarfsrechner), video online consultation, simulated cyber-attack testing across 400+ scenarios, and e-training modules.

Protekto serves more than 4,000 supervised companies ranging from solo self-employed individuals to enterprises with 10,000+ employees, with a reported customer retention rate above 80%. Revenue is generated primarily through recurring annual subscriptions tied to statutory DGUV Vorschrift 2 Betreuungsmodelle (Kleinstbetriebe, Alternative Basis, Einsatzzeitenmodell) and supplementary project-based fees for inspections, audits, and ad-hoc consultations. The company is certified to DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 by TÜV SÜD and is privately held under Managing Director Anja Schäbe, with no disclosed external funding.

The go-to-market is a hybrid model: digital self-service (calculator, gated downloads, blog, webinars) feeds top-of-funnel intent, supported by free telephone expert consultation (Fach-Sprechstunde) and inside sales via phone, email, and HubSpot booking. Sales execution is handled by direct sales and the ProNet field network, with no third-party resellers. The company is actively positioning for the 2025 DGUV Vorschrift 2 reform and emerging mandates such as the EU AI Act, while bundling additional health services under the GesundheitPlus sub-brand (psychosocial crisis counseling, medical second opinion, wellness).

Name

Protekto Gruppe - Betriebsarzt, Arbeitsschutz, Datenschutz

Legal name

Protekto Gruppe GmbH

Website

https://protekto.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Protekto Gruppe GmbH is a German workplace protection consultancy delivering occupational health, safety, and data protection services across 114 modules to 4,000+ companies nationwide via a 50+ specialist ProNet network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Occupational Health and Safety Services

NAICS

Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services (5416), Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700)

akta.pro primary industry

Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Managed Services (BPAEADAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Policy Management, Training & Ethics/Whistleblowing (BPAEAPAI)

Keywords

• Occupational health services
• Workplace safety compliance
• Data protection consulting
• Occupational medicine
• Regulatory compliance services

Headquarters

HQ city

Buchholz in der Nordheide

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, Others

Revenue model

1. Occupational Health & Safety Retainer/Module Fees: Recurring service fees for ongoing occupational health and safety coverage, structured as modular subscriptions. Clients pay for specific service modules (e.g., occupational health check-ups, workplace risk assessments, ASA meeting participation) or comprehensive care packages. The modular structure enables both small businesses (with as few as 1 employee) and large enterprises (10,000+ employees) to procure precisely the coverage they require under German law (DGUV Vorschrift 2, ArbMedVV, ASiG). Revenue is recurring as clients maintain ongoing statutory obligations.
2. Project-Based / One-Time Service Fees: One-time fees for discrete engagements such as fire safety inspections, electrical safety checks (Elektro-Checks), cyber security assessments, data protection audits, or ad-hoc occupational health consultations. These services are triggered by regulatory deadlines, client events (new machine installation, organizational change), or client-initiated requests. Provides incremental revenue and often converts clients to ongoing retainer relationships.
3. Digital Content & Knowledge Products: Revenue-adjacent free lead generation through downloadable practice guides and checklists (Praxis-Leitfäden, Praxis-Checklisten) covering topics such as absenteeism management, selecting an occupational health provider, fire protection, and mental health at work. These assets serve as top-of-funnel acquisition tools and establish expertise, indirectly supporting the recurring service revenue stream.
4. Telephone Expert Consultation (Fach-Sprechstunde): A free (for clients) or consultation-based telephone advisory service available Monday–Friday 8–17 Uhr, providing expert guidance on occupational health, safety, and data protection topics. This service serves as a trust-building and retention mechanism for existing clients while also functioning as a customer success touchpoint that deepens relationships and identifies upsell opportunities for additional modules.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Protekto Gruppe GmbH is a Germany-based provider of integrated workplace protection services across three pillars: occupational health (Betriebsarzt), occupational safety (Arbeitsschutz, including fire and electrical safety), and data protection (Datenschutz / IT security, including GDPR and whistleblower compliance). The company offers 114 modular service packages delivered through a nationwide network of 50+ certified specialists, serving more than 4,000 companies ranging from solo self-employed individuals to enterprises with 10,000+ employees.

Product overview

Protekto Gruppe GmbH is a Germany-based provider of comprehensive workplace protection services operating across three main pillars: occupational health (Betriebsarzt), occupational safety (Arbeitsschutz), and data protection (Datenschutz). The offering follows a modular platform architecture where companies can select individual services or bundled solutions. Core products include occupational medical examinations and preventive care, workplace safety risk assessments and inspections (covering fire protection, electrical safety), and data privacy compliance services (including GDPR compliance, IT security, and whistleblower systems). The company also offers supplementary health programs such as psychosocial crisis support (SofortStimme Mensch), medical second opinions (ZweitStimme Gesundheit), and cyber security assessments. Services are available nationwide through over 50 certified specialists serving more than 4,000 client companies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GesundheitPlus: A suite of health-related services offered by Protekto, including Fehlzeiten reduzieren (absence reduction), SofortStimme Mensch (psychosocial counseling), ZweitStimme Gesundheit (medical second opinion), and Immunfitness (immune fitness).
• ProNet Netzwerk

Products and services

• Betriebsärztliche Betreuung (Occupational Health Services) Comprehensive occupational health physician services including preventive medical examinations, fitness assessments, workplace health management, psychological risk assessments, absenteeism management, and Betriebliches Eingliederungsmanagement (BEM). Targeted at German employers of all sizes needing to comply with ArbMedVV, ASiG, and DGUV Vorschrift 2 requirements.
• Arbeitsmedizinische Vorsorge (Occupational Medical Prevention) Statutory occupational medical Vorsorge (prevention) services covering specific workplace exposure categories: screen work, infection risk, noise, skin protection, musculoskeletal strain including vibration, fall hazard work, and driving/control/monitoring activities. Serves German employers required to offer Vorsorge under ArbMedVV across industry-specific DGUV categories (G20, G25, G35, G37, G41, G42, G46).
• Arbeitsschutz (Occupational Safety Services) Occupational safety services including risk assessments (Gefährdungsbeurteilung), workplace inspections (Betriebsbegehungen), ASA meetings (ASA-Sitzungen), training and instruction (Unterweisungen), hazardous materials management, and risk consulting. Targeted at German employers needing ASiG- and ArbSchG-compliant safety organization.
• Brandschutz (Fire Protection) Fire protection services including fire safety inspections (Brandschutz-Begehungen), evacuation exercises and instruction, fire safety officer qualification (Brandschutzhelfer), fire protection checks, and fire protection regulations documentation (Brandschutzordnung). Serves German employers needing compliance with fire safety regulations and ASR A2.2.
• Elektrosicherheit (Electrical Safety) Electrical safety services including equipment testing (Betriebsmittelprüfung), machine testing (Maschinenprüfung), system testing (Anlagenprüfung), and special inspections (Sonderprüfung). Targeted at German employers required to conduct regular electrical safety checks under DGUV Vorschrift 3 and BetrSichV.
• Datenschutz (Data Protection Services) Data protection services including processing activity records (VVT), data processing agreements (AVV), technical and organizational measures (TOM), privacy audits, data protection impact assessments, data protection certification, IT security concepts, training, and whistleblower system compliance. Targeted at German businesses needing DSGVO/GDPR compliance and IT-Sicherheitsgesetz conformity.
• SofortStimme Mensch (Psychosocial Emergency Hotline)

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 4,000 companies supervised nationwide, with a customer retention rate (Bestandskundenquote) of over 80%
• +5 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Hornetsecurity GmbH: German-headquartered cloud security and compliance SaaS provider; emerging player in the SME compliance/security space with partial overlap on Protekto's Cyber-Security-Check and IT-Sicherheits-Konzept modules.

Direct peers

• B·A·D Gesundheitsvorsorge und Sicherheitstechnik GmbH: Leading German occupational health and safety provider with nationwide coverage and a similar mix of statutory Betreuung and corporate health programs. Closest direct competitor to Protekto's core 360° Care service model.
• DQS Holding GmbH: German certification body and management systems auditor (ISO 9001, ISO 27001, etc.) with deep overlap on Protekto's compliance and data protection audit modules. Competes directly for ISO certifications and DSGVO audit work.
• ias health & safety GmbH: One of the largest German providers of occupational health and safety (Arbeitsmedizin/Arbeitsschutz) services, serving enterprise and mid-market clients with a comparable one-stop offering. Directly competes with Protekto's Betriebsarzt + Arbeitsschutz pillar across DGUV Betreuungsmodelle.
• AMD TÜV Arbeitsmedizinische Dienste GmbH: TÜV-affiliated occupational medicine provider offering preventive medical examinations, workplace risk assessments, and ASA support across Germany. Competes head-to-head with Protekto's Betriebsarzt and arbeitsmedizinische Vorsorge modules.
• ProtectLine GmbH: German data protection and IT security consultancy serving SMB and mid-market clients with DSGVO, HinSchG, and IT-Sicherheitsgesetz services — directly comparable to Protekto's Datenschutz pillar and Internet-/Cyber-Check offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Bureau Veritas Germany: Global TIC (testing, inspection, certification) company with German operations covering ISO certification, safety audits, and compliance services. Broader incumbent with comparable management-system and safety consulting touchpoints.
• DEKRA SE: One of the world's largest testing and certification organizations with deep German roots; offers occupational safety, electrical safety testing, and compliance services that overlap with Protekto's Arbeitsschutz and Brandschutz offerings.
• TÜV SÜD Management Service GmbH: Global testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services group; offers overlapping ISO certification, DGUV support, and management system services. Larger incumbent with broader portfolio beyond Protekto's niche.
• Securitas GmbH: Global security services provider with German operations covering physical security, electronic security systems, and increasingly cyber/IT security. Overlaps with Protekto's Brandschutz and IT-Sicherheits-Konzept modules.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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