DEDIQ – the entrepreneurial investor with a focus on IT services and software

We are entrepreneurs at heart and have built several successful companies in the IT sector. 

Our motivation is to contribute to the development of outstanding IT services and software companies. To this end, we invest our capital for the long term and without exit pressure. We support our portfolio companies with deep IT business and technology expertise and access to a unique IT ecosystem. 

DEDIQ – entrepreneur first, investor second.

Our investment criteria

We invest in medium-sized companies in order to develop great businesses together with entrepreneurs and management teams and create long-term value. With a particular focus on IT services and software, we invest €20-250 million of equity per transaction and usually aim for a stake of >50%. investieren wir €20-250 Mio. Eigenkapital pro Transaktion und streben dabei meist einen Anteil von >50% an. 

Company target profiles

Revenue between €20 million and €1 billion, annual growth potential of at least 10%

Profitable business model with potential for (significant) margin growth as a key value lever

Temporary business difficulties are not a deal breaker

Customers perceive the service offering positively; ideally, long-term customer relationships exist

Clear and differentiating expertise in the range of services from the customer's perspective

Transaction size and structure

€20-250 million in equity per transaction by DEDIQ

Long-term investment horizon, no exit pressure

Majority stakes preferred, minority stakes possible with clear governance

Partner in growth and operational excellence situations, for succession solutions, MBOs/MBIs, take-privates/P2Ps, and spin-offs/carve-outs

Pure equity structures possible in strong growth situations or for fast transaction processes

Complex structuring problems relating to existing company and shareholder structures can be solved

Industries & region

Special focus on the IT services and software sectors

High-value professional/business services with clear differentiation in terms of the range of services offered

In situations that match our strengths as a partner, we also invest outside of our focus sectors

Focus on companies headquartered in the DACH region that are keen to operate globally

DEDIQ at a glance

Our mission is to boost the growth and profitability of our portfolio companies and thus build sustainable champions in our markets over several years. In doing so, we act as long-term entrepreneurs across all our portfolio companies.

Investment approach
800 mio.
Euro in revenue in our portfolio in 2024
3.000
employees in our portfolio companies
10+
 investments
10%
organic revenue growth p.a.
20%
average EBIT margin
Areas of activity

“We recognized the value of data for companies early on and formed a business intelligence team. This enables us to support portfolio companies in setting up IT infrastructure and analytics across all areas. AI is the next big step for us.”

Dr. Sylvia Friese, Vice President BI
Areas of activity

“I work closely with teams in portfolio companies, especially on projects with big changes. For example, I took over app project management and helped develop a control model. I like the mix of entrepreneurial design and execution.”

Jonas Kaufmann-Ludwig, Sr. Associate
Areas of activity

“I work closely with a high-tech portfolio company in to realize its potential. I support the founding team in everything from selecting suitable ERP solutions to organizational development.”

Marius Merkel, Vice President
Areas of activity

"At DEDIQ, finance is central to the management and development of companies and is closely interlinked with corporate development, especially in complex structures. That's what makes my role so exciting."

Franziska Zeller, Finance Manager
Areas of activity

“I support the selection and appointment of key leaders to ensure our portfolio companies are equipped with the right managers and experts for the future.”

Axel Sedlmeier, Director Talent

Why entrepreneurs choose to partner with DEDIQ

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Real value-add – far beyond “just capital”

  • Unique expertise in IT business and technology

  • A unique IT ecosystem

  • Concrete, operational support in day-to-day business

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We are entrepreneurs, not corporate traders

  • We create value by building strong companies rather than through debt, high fees, or short-term exits.

  • Our goal is to tap into markets with excellent products and services.

  • As a catalyst and co-creator, we actively support organizations in their transformation.

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We solve complex structuring problems

  • We are experienced, in establishing sustainable, successful partnerships, even from complex starting points.

  • We act reliably and cooperatively – even in challenging situations and always with a long-term focus.

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A reliable and long-term partner

  • Our investments are made with an unlimited time horizon and a long-term approach.

  • We act with foresight and sustainability in all areas.

  • We operate discreetly and treat information with the utmost confidentiality.

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