Growth with strategic discipline

SYSTABUILD expands its European software platform through targeted acquisitions of specialised vendors in construction and trades. M&A follows a strategic approach: every acquisition strengthens Specify, Fabricate or Orchestrate – complementing the platform with additional functional and technological expertise.

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Acquisitions follow a clear platform architecture

SYSTABUILD builds its platform along real customer processes. The focus is on software companies with a strong niche position, business-critical workflows and clear strategic fit with the existing platform.

Long-term development shapes the M&A approach – with a focus on strengthened market positions, new process areas and deeper value creation.

Every decision follows a clear focus on sustainable platform growth – with disciplined evaluation and a long-term perspective on the development of the entire group.

"Acquisitions only create value at SYSTABUILD when they fit structurally into the group. We evaluate every step with clear strategic discipline – with the aim of building, together with our companies, an economically robust and long-term scalable platform."

Specialised software companies with strategic fit

SYSTABUILD looks for companies that understand their markets, have built stable customer relationships and are deeply embedded with their software in operational, technical or commercial processes.

Focus segment

We seek specialised software vendors with a strong market position in a vertical niche – from planning, engineering and manufacturing to ERP, service and commercial steering.

Owner profile

Founders and family-run companies are particularly relevant – with long-standing customer relationships, mature teams and succession or growth situations.

Geographic focus

The platform grows across Europe – with a particular focus on companies that combine regional strength with international development potential.

Platform fit

Every new addition strengthens one of the three value-creation areas: Specify, Fabricate or Orchestrate and at the same time creates connectivity between these areas.

Six steps to a structured partnership

The SYSTABUILD M&A process is clearly structured, transparent and respectful of a company's grown strengths. The goal is a swift and seamless transaction that forms the ideal transition into a long-term partnership.

1. Discovery & first conversation

Specialised software companies that fit the platform architecture are identified. Initial conversations take place with no sales pressure and no time pressure.

2. Strategic assessment

Together we assess how the company fits into the SYSTABUILD platform and which synergies are realistic.

3. Due diligence

Business model, technology, team and customer base are examined – with respect for existing routines and established relationships.

4. Negotiation

The key terms are negotiated fairly, clearly and with a long-term perspective – with an eye to the interests of both parties.

5. Transition & start of the partnership

Joining the group is shaped together — at the company's pace and with consideration for everyone involved.

6. Joint development

The company is connected to group-wide capabilities where they create strategic or operational value — with close proximity to customers, products and teams.

Combined strength as part of the growth model

Joining the group connects a specialised software company with group-wide capabilities in technology, market access and knowledge. This creates a shared foundation for innovation, growth and scaling.

Technology & Platform

All partner companies gain access to central tech infrastructure, AI-assisted development and unified security standards.

Market Access & Go-to-Market

Coordinated go-to-market activities and cross-selling along the value chain unlock new market opportunities for every partner company.

Know-how & Development

Employees benefit from group-wide knowledge sharing and new development opportunities beyond their own brand.

Buy & Build with visible substance

Since the platform was founded, specialised software companies have become part of the group – from DACH and Scandinavia, across the value-creation areas Specify, Fabricate and Orchestrate.

Behind every acquisition stands a deliberate growth decision: more market depth, broader process coverage or new regional strength.

Platform history

3
acquisitions per year on average
450+
employees across the group
22,000+
customers in construction & trades
15
locations across Europe

Personal responsibility for strategic partnerships

Lorenz Linn

Lorenz Linn

Head of M&A and Strategic Partnerships

With more than 10 years of M&A experience, Lorenz leads M&A and strategic partnerships at SYSTABUILD. He guides the identification, assessment and integration of suitable acquisitions along the group's buy-and-build logic and is the first point of contact for interested companies and strategic partners.

His focus is on software companies that can make a long-term contribution to the SYSTABUILD group through market strength, product quality and cultural fit.

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From specialists to platform partners

{ SYSTABUILD is looking for specialised software companies that have shaped their markets and want to take the next growth step. Joining the group combines grown market proximity and customer relationships with access to strategic steering, central technology infrastructure and go-to-market excellence.}

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