DATAGROUP was honored with the Lunendonk B2B Service Award in the Performance category on March 9, 2026. The independent jury recognized the IT service provider's long-term, sustainable growth and successful integration of numerous acquisitions into a high-performance company. The Lunendonk B2B Service Award honors companies that stand out through continuous growth and sustainable corporate development, with winners selected by an independent jury of journalists from leading business and trade media.
The assessment in the Performance category is based on verifiable metrics such as revenue development, employee growth, and sustainable company development. DATAGROUP particularly impressed the jury with its long-term growth strategy, having acquired and successfully integrated more than 30 IT firms since going public in 2006. This has allowed DATAGROUP to develop into an integrated IT service provider with a clear focus on managed services, with more than 80 percent of revenue now coming from long-term service contracts.
This award confirms the consistent execution of our strategy, said Andreas Baresel, CEO of DATAGROUP, after accepting the award. Our growth is based on long-term customer relationships, a strong managed services business, and successful integration of new companies into a shared organization. A high share of contract renewals as well as cross-selling and upselling additionally contribute to stable business development at DATAGROUP.
DATAGROUP's transformation from a regional software provider to an IT service company represents a significant case study in strategic growth. When DATAGROUP went public in 2006, it generated around 30 million euros in revenue. A major milestone came in 2014 with the introduction of the modular CORBOX service portfolio, which established the basis for scalable growth and long-term service contracts. Today, CORBOX represents the central service portfolio of DATAGROUP for operating modern IT infrastructures and business applications, with current company revenue exceeding 565 million euros.
The company's acquisition strategy is particularly noted for optimal integration of new companies, with DATAGROUP actively participating in the consolidation process with its buy and turn around and buy and build strategy. For business and technology leaders, DATAGROUP's recognition highlights the importance of sustainable growth strategies in the competitive IT services sector, demonstrating how strategic acquisitions combined with organic growth can create lasting value. The company's focus on long-term service contracts and the CORBOX portfolio provides a model for technology service providers seeking stable revenue streams in uncertain economic environments.
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