collana
collana GmbH (collana Group) is a rapidly growing IT service provider that bundles cross-industry IT excellence. With around 500 employees, the group unites specialized IT boutiques and technology companies from the DACH region, Spain, and Turkey under one roof. The focus is on the holistic digitalization and automation of business processes for mid-sized companies, enterprises, and the public sector. By combining deep strategic consulting with technological implementation, collana covers the entire spectrum—from ERP systems and custom software development to data analytics, cloud solutions, and IT security.
Experience & References
As a comprehensive digitalization partner, collana serves clients from demanding industries such as e-commerce, healthcare, manufacturing, wholesale, logistics, and public administration. Notable references include Lampenwelt, Ex Libris, Flughafen Berlin Brandenburg, as well as various Swiss hospitals and clinics. Through strategic expansions, the group is continuously expanding its specialized knowledge, offering companies bundled enterprise-level expertise while maintaining agile, eye-level flexibility.
What makes collana stand out
ERP & Smart Business Apps At the core of many digitalization projects at collana is the implementation and optimization of modern ERP systems, primarily based on the Microsoft Dynamics 365 foundation. This core architecture is complemented by tailored business apps designed for the workflows of specific industries, eliminating manual workarounds and system breaks.
Data, BI & Artificial Intelligence
collana doesn't just build infrastructure; they make corporate data actively usable. With comprehensive data and analytics solutions, business intelligence dashboards, and AI-supported document processing (e.g., for anonymization in the public sector), the team creates the data foundation for future-proof business decisions.
Proprietary Software Products & Industry Solutions
In addition to their traditional project business, the group develops highly specialized SaaS solutions. One example is collana pay, a multi-payment platform for orchestrating payment providers in e-commerce. In the healthcare sector, collana med ensures seamless processes from patient management to billing.
Practical "Quick Starts" Instead of Endless Projects
Instead of locking clients into convoluted, large-scale IT projects, collana focuses on a pragmatic entry point. Using standardized formats like the "AI Discovery Workshop," the "Data Intelligence Workshop," or targeted IT security assessments, measurable quick wins are identified first, allowing the team to define realistic and actionable roadmaps.