The Best from the Digital World
Interview with Patrick Haupt, Managing Director of Converge Technology Solutions Germany GmbH
Converge Technology Solutions Germany GmbH (Converge Germany) brings together under its umbrella brand the best from the digital world: customized IT solutions, comprehensive knowledge, and a strong national presence. With innovative solutions and a holistic 360-degree approach, the company targets educational institutions, authorities, and industry. Since its founding in Canada in 2017, Converge Technology Solutions has continually expanded its market position through strategic acquisitions, including REDNET, the Society for Digital Education (GfdB), and DEQSTER.
Under the leadership of Patrick Haupt, Managing Director of the three German companies of Converge Germany, the company aims to consolidate the business and establish itself as a supra-regional systems house. Converge Germany stands for sustainable and future-oriented IT complete solutions that significantly contribute to digital transformation.
Regionally International
Under the umbrella brand Converge Germany, the companies REDNET, the Society for Digital Education (GfdB), and DEQSTER combine their expertise to offer tailored, sustainable, and comprehensive digital complete solutions. With smart IT solutions, international know-how, and national expertise, Converge Germany supports customers in digitalization and managed service projects. "Our focus is on sustainable business, high customer retention, and a comprehensive 360-degree approach," says Patrick Haupt. "Converge Germany sees itself as a down-to-earth partner operating directly with the customer, while simultaneously being part of a global billion-dollar company."
The headquarters of Converge Technology Solutions is located in Canada. In Germany, the company employs about 350 employees and maintains eight branches. Internationally, the workforce includes 3,500 colleagues in North America, Mexico, UK, and Germany.
360-Degree Approach
Converge Germany is a service-oriented, software-based provider of IT and cloud solutions, focusing on industry-leading solutions. The company offers a wide range of services, including Cloud Services and Managed Services. Notably, it has two data centers in Germany and the Netherlands, where IP4G (IBM Power for Google Cloud) is offered, among other services. The focus in Germany is on public sector clients and the industry. 'One of our main challenges is to position and popularize the Converge brand in Germany,' explains Patrick Haupt on the strategy. 'We place great emphasis on sustainable business and high customer retention. We follow a 360-degree approach from consulting, provisioning, and operation, really looking at what the benefits are. In this way, we get much deeper into the processes, want to serve our customers holistically, and also show them potential improvements. Their benefit is our priority.'
Consulting and Education
Another company of Converge Germany is REDNET GmbH, which has been offering comprehensive consulting, economical planning, smooth logistics, and fast service for 20 years. As a specialized IT provider, the company excels particularly in government agencies and educational institutions with tailor-made solutions. The Gesellschaft für digitale Bildung (GfdB) is a full-service provider for the digitalization of schools and educational institutions. The GfdB supports schools holistically in successfully implementing and sustainably accompanying digital learning environments. Part of the GfdB is the Digital Academy, which trains teachers in handling the devices. The newest member of Converge Germany is DEQSTER, a start-up from Hamburg specializing in accessories for educational institutions and government agencies. With over a million users, they offer products like protective covers, styluses, charging accessories, and keyboard covers, which can be individually customized.
For a Digital Future
Converge Germany aims to drive the digital future with innovative IT complete solutions. The company places great emphasis on employee orientation and utilizes its resources from North America to strengthen its solutions. Converge sees itself as an innovator under the umbrella of an established brand, aiming to conquer the market with innovative approaches and solutions.
For 2024, Converge Technology Solutions Germany GmbH plans to establish itself as a supra-regional system house. The strategy aims to position the company, despite its existing market experience, as a new and dynamic startup offering innovative and high-quality IT solutions. In parallel, the adaptation and integration of leading managed services and cybersecurity solutions from North America are sought to provide customized solutions that meet German standards.