SWNetwork Joins the Communardo Group – Consolidated DevOps Expertise for Clients
Communardo Expands DevOps Services
Atlassian specialist SWNetwork is joining the Communardo Group, strengthening Communardo’s DevOps capabilities and expanding its consulting and solution development for modern software companies and development teams.
Founded in 2016, SWNetwork is widely recognized for its deep expertise in automating software delivery and infrastructure. The team brings extensive experience in integrating and optimizing solutions from leading vendors such as Atlassian, Docker, GitLab, JetBrains, Harness.io, jFrog, SonarSource, and many more. As part of the merger, all SWNetwork employees will remain with the company, joining and strengthening Communardo’s existing DevOps team.
Michael Stelzner, Director Atlassian Strategic Accounts at Communardo, explains: “We are combining strengths to create a team that delivers DevOps projects faster and more successfully— from consulting through implementation.”
Clients will benefit from a larger, highly skilled team, more comprehensive advisory services, and faster project execution. Communardo has been active in DevOps projects based on Atlassian tools for several years and was recognized this summer as an “Atlassian Specialized Partner for Software Development.”
Dirk Röhrborn, CEO of the Communardo Group, adds: “With SWNetwork, we gain premium expertise to help our clients adopt DevOps practices even more quickly and efficiently. This step moves both our customers and our organization forward.” Falk Eckert, Managing Director of SWNetwork, sees significant opportunities: “We are excited to become part of the Communardo Group. Combining technical depth with expertise in large-scale projects creates a strong foundation for future success for our clients.”
The integration of SWNetwork and Communardo marks another milestone in Communardo Group’s growth strategy, supported long-term by funds advised by BU Bregal Unternehmerkapital. This strategic move further strengthens the Group’s position as a leading partner in the Atlassian ecosystem and expands its capabilities in a targeted way.
About SWNetwork:
Founded in 2016, SWNetwork delivers end-to-end solutions for software and consulting from a single source. The company combines the distribution of premium software products with tailored consulting and development services. This integrated approach ensures seamless interaction between all components, providing clients with solutions precisely aligned to their individual needs.
Under the leadership of Falk Eckert, SWNetwork has become a recognized specialist for DevOps and software solutions. The team stands for quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. By combining technological know-how with practical consulting, SWNetwork helps businesses make their IT processes more efficient and future-ready.
About BU Bregal Unternehmerkapital:
BU Bregal Unternehmerkapital (“BU”) is a leading investment firm with offices in Zug, Munich, Milan, and London. With more than €7 billion in assets under management, BU is the largest mid-cap investor headquartered in the DACH region. Funds advised by BU invest in mid-sized companies based in Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and Austria. BU’s mission is to be the preferred partner for entrepreneurs and family-owned businesses, focusing on market leaders and “hidden champions” with strong management teams and growth potential. Since its founding in 2015, BU-advised funds have invested in more than 150 companies employing over 32,000 people, creating approximately 11,000 new jobs. BU supports entrepreneurs and families as a strategic partner to grow, internationalize, and digitize their businesses responsibly and sustainably for future generations.
About Communardo Group:
The Communardo Group is a leading provider of consulting services and solutions for the digital workplace. Its expertise spans modern work practices, agile processes, communication, and collaboration. The company helps organizations across industries become more efficient, automate processes, and improve employee satisfaction. Communardo advises clients, recommends suitable software solutions, and delivers intelligent implementations or custom app development.
Clients include large enterprises, mid-sized businesses, and public sector organizations. Communardo is an Atlassian Platinum Solution Partner and, through its subsidiary Communardo Smart Work GmbH, also a Microsoft Solutions Partner for Modern Work.
The Group currently employs more than 400 people across German-speaking countries, Scandinavia, and Albania. Communardo was founded in 2001 in Dresden.