Macworx Gmbh & Co. Kg

Name

Macworx Gmbh & Co. Kg

Legal name

macworx GmbH & Co. KG, Johannes Obst & Björn Perrech

Website

https://macworx.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Managed IT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Software Publishers (5132), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210), Other Computer Related Services (541519)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Endpoint Support & Device Lifecycle Services (IMACD) (BPAEAJAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Endpoint Security Managed Services (EDR/XDR) (BPAEADAH), Digital Experience Monitoring & Management (DEX/DEM, AIOps for EUC) (BPAEAIAF)

Keywords

• Apple IT consulting
• Managed IT services
• Endpoint detection response
• Network security consulting
• Apple device management

Headquarters

HQ city

Dortmund

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. IT Consulting and Managed Services: Professional consulting services for Apple IT infrastructure including planning, configuration, maintenance, and monitoring. Revenue generated through service fees and project-based engagements.
2. Subscription Services (macworx Viererkette): Recurring subscription revenue from EDR security solution, charged per Mac per month or annually. 12-month contract terms.
3. External IT Department Services: Ongoing IT infrastructure management for businesses, positioning as outsourced IT department with monitoring and maintenance services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Macworx provides consulting, managed services, and training for Apple-focused IT environments, covering networks, security, backups, and smart home setups. Its flagship proprietary product is the macworx Viererkette, an Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solution powered by Malwarebytes designed specifically for Mac clients in business environments, sold as a per-Mac monthly or annual subscription alongside complementary third-party technology implementations (Kerio Control, Kerio Connect, Nextcloud, Synology, FileWave, Starface) and hands-on consulting services for businesses, freelancers, and private individuals in NRW, Germany.

Product overview

Macworx GmbH & Co. KG is an Apple Technical Partner based in NRW (Dortmund) offering comprehensive IT consulting and managed services for Apple-centric environments. The company's core product is the macworx Viererkette, an Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solution powered by Malwarebytes, designed specifically for Mac clients in business environments. This is supported by a portfolio of complementary service modules including Kerio Control UTM (network security, firewall, VPN), Kerio Connect (groupware/email alternative to Microsoft Exchange), Starface (VoIP telephony), Nextcloud/Synology NAS (private cloud and backup), FileWave (multiplatform device management), and various consulting services (network planning, IT security audits, home office setup, Apple purchase consulting, personal Apple training, and Apple HomeKit smart home integration). The offering is organized as a platform-plus-modules architecture where the macworx Viererkette serves as the flagship proprietary security product, supplemented by integrated third-party solutions and professional services for businesses, freelancers, and private users.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• macworx Viererkette: An Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solution powered by Malwarebytes, specifically designed for Mac clients. The solution includes prevention, automatic removal, client isolation, and detection of suspicious behavior. Priced at 5-6 EUR per Mac per month.

Products and services

• macworx Viererkette (EDR) Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solution powered by Malwarebytes, specifically designed for Mac clients in business environments. Provides real-time threat monitoring, automated malware removal, client isolation, and behavioral anomaly detection through a cloud-based management portal. Sold as a subscription per Mac per month or annually.
• Kerio Control UTM (Network Security) Unified Threat Management solution providing firewall, intrusion detection/prevention, Sophos gateway antivirus, web content filtering (141+ categories), VPN (KerioVPN/IPsec), spam filtering, bandwidth management, and QoS prioritization for small and medium-sized businesses.
• Kerio Connect Groupware Groupware and messaging solution offering email, calendar, contacts, tasks, chat, and file sharing as a cost-effective alternative to Microsoft Exchange. Cross-platform access (Mac, Linux, Windows) via Outlook, Apple Mail, iOS, and Android. Includes GoDB-compliant automated email archiving.
• Starface UCC Client (VoIP Telephony) Internet telephony (VoIP) solution turning a Mac or iPhone into a full phone system with internal extension. Features include call forwarding, video/screen sharing, chat, voicemail, contact management, and call recording. Available as a hardware appliance or virtual machine.
• Managed IT Services (External IT Department) Outsourced IT department services for businesses in NRW, providing complete Apple IT infrastructure management including planning, configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of networks, security, VPN/cloud, VoIP, groupware, backup, and Apple device procurement/setup.
• Network Planning Network infrastructure planning and implementation including LAN/WLAN, site networking, VPN connections, Mac integration into enterprise environments (optionally with Active Directory), performance optimization, and 10-Gigabit Ethernet hardware consultation.
• IT Security Consulting IT security consulting including IT audits, software update management, security architecture design, password management, security reviews for internet access/networks/WLAN/servers/clients/backup, and GDPR consulting.
• Home Office Setup Remote work infrastructure setup enabling employees to access company data, phone systems, and peripherals from home, including VPN configuration (Kerio Control) and hardware/software recommendations.
• VPN and Cloud Solutions VPN solutions including classic IPsec VPN, KerioVPN, and modern Wireguard VPN, plus private cloud options using Synology Drive or Nextcloud, enabling secure remote access for employees working from home or on the go.
• Nextcloud Private Cloud Self-hosted cloud solution for secure data storage, file sharing, calendar/contact synchronization, and real-time document co-editing via ONLYOFFICE. Installed on Synology NAS or home servers with GDPR-compliant data management and encryption.
• Synology NAS Backup Solutions Network-attached storage configuration for centralized data storage, multi-tier backup (local USB, cloud), Time Machine support, and RAID (1, 5, 6, 10). Supports SMB, AFP, NFS and can host Nextcloud or Synology Drive.
• FileWave Device Management Multiplatform device management tool for centralized management of devices, applications, and configurations across Mac, Windows, and mobile devices. Enables remote software installation, system configuration, updates, license management, and hardware/software inventory.
• Apple HomeKit Smart Home Setup Smart home setup and consulting using Apple HomeKit, covering home automation including heating, blinds, doorbells, and security cameras. Includes needs assessment, product selection, budget planning, installation, and configuration controlled via HomePod, Apple TV, or iPad.
• Personal Apple Training Individualized training sessions for Apple products, covering longtime users and Windows-to-Mac switchers. Offered remotely or on-site. Includes product setup, family sharing, managed Apple IDs, and screen time management. Available nationwide across Germany.
• Apple Purchase Consulting Apple product purchase advisory covering hardware/software recommendations, detailed configurations, peripherals, Windows-to-Mac migration, and coordinated procurement through sales partners.
• Mac Upgrade Services Mac hardware and performance upgrade services including storage replacement (SSD), RAM upgrades, battery replacement, and performance optimization to extend the operational life of existing Mac computers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Client isolation capability for infected Macs to prevent network spread
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

AI capability1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and key.

• Apple Partner Network (Apple Technical Partner)coreTechnology or IntegrationAs an Apple Technical Partner, macworx has trained technical staff specialized in consulting and technology services for enterprise customers using the Apple platform. This partnership enables access to Apple resources, training, and credibility as an authorized Apple service provider.
• MalwarebytescoreTechnology or IntegrationThe macworx Viererkette EDR solution is powered by Malwarebytes technology. Malwarebytes provides the underlying detection and response capabilities specifically optimized for Mac clients, enabling real-time monitoring, threat analysis, and automated incident response.
• Sophos (Kerio Control)coreTechnology or IntegrationSophos provides the gateway antivirus component within Kerio Control UTM, checking all web traffic, FTP traffic, email attachments, and downloads with automatic updates to latest virus definitions.
• FileWavekeyTechnology or IntegrationFileWave provides multi-platform device management solution for managing applications and configurations across Mac, Windows, and mobile devices. Macworx recommends and implements FileWave for enterprise device management.
• NextcloudkeyTechnology or IntegrationNextcloud provides self-hosted cloud solution for secure data storage and file sharing. Macworx implements Nextcloud for customers seeking data sovereignty and GDPR compliance, with ONLYOFFICE integration for collaborative editing.
• StarfacekeyTechnology or IntegrationStarface provides VoIP telephone systems offered by macworx. The Starface UCC Client turns Mac or iPhone into a full phone system for internet telephony, video, screen sharing, and chat.
• GFI Unlimited (Kerio Connect)keyTechnology or IntegrationGFI Unlimited offers Kerio Connect as part of a software flatrate program. Kerio Connect is positioned as a cost-effective alternative to Microsoft Exchange with email, calendar, contacts, tasks, and chat capabilities.
• SynologykeyTechnology or IntegrationSynology provides NAS solutions for data storage and backup. Macworx assists with Synology DiskStation and RackStation setup, RAID configuration, and Time Machine integration for Mac backup solutions.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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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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