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Who we are

collana solutions develops customised software for companies with real requirements. Customised, integrated, sustainable - and with the aim of making the extraordinary digitally possible.

Our success speaks for itself: we are proud to have successfully realised over 500 projects in the DACH region.

Overview

collana solutions

Solutions

We start where standard leaves off. In a world in which many rely on standard solutions, we develop customised IT systems that are precisely tailored to the requirements of each customer. In doing so, we always work in partnership. We speak our customers' language and understand their processes.

Customised software development

From the app to the enterprise solution:
We develop software that fits your processes exactly. Customised, scalable and secure - instead of standard off-the-shelf solutions.

System integration & interfaces

Data flows must not be an obstacle:
We connect your existing systems - from ERP and CRM to specialised solutions - to create a networked, stable IT architecture.

Digital
Process platforms

Many manual processes? Too many tools, too little overview?
We develop centralised platforms that allow you to bundle your processes digitally. For more efficiency, less friction and better data.

EDI
& e-bill

Whether eBill, ZUGFeRD or PEPPOL:
We ensure that your digital invoicing processes work seamlessly. From the order to the credit note, we integrate all standard EDI documents.

Managed capacity & project support

Our experts will strengthen your team:
Targeted where resources are lacking. From short-term project power to long-term capacity - competent, reliable, integrated.

Data
& Analytics

Data is only valuable if it is used correctly:
We build central data platforms, link decentralised sources and create the basis for well-founded decisions
. In Real time and in an understandable way.

Customised software development
When the standard is not enough

From apps to enterprise solutions: we develop software that fits your processes exactly. Customised, scalable and secure - instead of standard off-the-shelf solutions.

How we support your company

  • Customised applications for complex industry processes. (e.g. healthcare, production)
  • Development of mobile business apps such as „easySales“ for sales & field service.
  • Digitalisation of critical processes, e.g. stem cell therapy processes at the Inselspital.
  • Improved efficiency & scalability through customised software architecture.

Customised software development for our customers

In practice

As the market leader for snacks in Switzerland, Zweifel relies on the easySales mobile solution from collana solutions. The app digitalises the sales force, links sales and merchandise management in real time and drastically reduces manual processes.

This allows sales staff to keep an eye on current stock levels and customer data at all times. The result: Zweifel gains speed, efficiency and transparency in day-to-day business

System integration & interfaces
Built as one unified whole

We connect systems, data and processes to create a seamless whole. Whether ERP, CRM or specialised software: our interfaces turn silos into a continuous data flow.

How we support your company

  • Smooth connection ERP, e-commerce and third-party systems.

  • Introduction of stable EDI processes for data exchange without media discontinuity.

  • Automation in the system landscape reduces manual errors.

  • Flexible interface architecture for future expansions.

Interface architecture for our customers

In practice

The Swiss media retailer Ex Libris modernised its system landscape with collana solutions. The automation of central e-commerce processes and the seamless integration of the ERP and shop system have accelerated workflows and drastically reduced sources of error. 

This enables Ex Libris to manage its online business more efficiently and respond flexibly to market requirements.

Digital process platforms
Built as one unified whole

Paper-based processes, distributed information, manual intermediate steps: all this costs time and nerves. Our mobile and web-based solutions bring processes to where they are needed: to the point of action. Offline-capable, intuitive to use and deeply integrated. 

How we support your company

  • Development of digital platforms for highly sensitive processes, e.g. in the healthcare sector.

  • End-to-end digitisation critical processes with maximum safety.

  • Transparent workflows for better control and compliance.

  • Platforms, which can be flexibly customised and extended.

Inselspital Bern digitises stem cell therapy with MARCELL

In practice

The Inselspital Bern digitised its stem cell therapy processes with a platform from collana solutions. The solution „MARCELL“ maps the entire process - from donor management to documentation - digitally, securely and transparently.

This not only makes sensitive workflows more efficient, but also safeguards them from a regulatory perspective and makes them traceable at all times.

EDI & e-invoicing
All document types in one system

We organise electronic data interchange (EDI) for companies of all sizes. As one of the leading independent EDI service providers in Switzerland, we enable the seamless, digital transfer of all business-relevant documents - from SMEs to large corporations.

How we support your company

  • Seamless electronic data exchange with all partners - nationally and internationally.

  • Support for all document types from order to credit note in one system.

  • E-bills directly into online banking with eBill for maximum efficiency.

  • Compatible with international standards such as PEPPOL, ZUGFeRD, XRechnung and XML.

Otto Fischer AG automates order processing with EDI

In practice

The Otto Fischer AG wanted to drive forward the digitalisation of its entire order processing in the course of an ERP change.

The aim was the end-to-end automation of all process steps. From the order to the order confirmation to the electronic invoice.

A particular challenge lay in the logistical time criticism: Customers often expect deliveries on the same working day or the following working day at the latest.

Managed Capacity & Project Support
We give you a hand

We not only supply technology, but also the right team. Whether it's a complete project team, experienced project management or targeted reinforcement: our experts will step in exactly where you need them.

How we support your company

  • Fast reinforcement by experienced project managers & IT experts.

  • Seamless integration into existing teams and project structures.

  • Relief of internal resources for major projects.

  • Secured project results through proven methodology and experience.

International IT project management for a Swiss financial institution

In practice

As part of a large-scale digitisation project in the banking environment in Switzerland, an experienced specialist was sought for the technical project management.

The aim was to Integration of standard software by an international supplier - and to act as an interface between project participants in Switzerland and abroad.

Data and analytics
Turn your data into gold

Whether economic evaluation, performance analysis or early warning system: our solutions make complex things tangible. After all, artificial intelligence can only realise its potential for automation and innovation on a solid database.

How we support your company

  • Development of modern data architectures for a transparent, reliable basis for decision-making.

  • Integration of distributed data sources to a centralised, consistent data model.

  • Development of customised dashboards and reports with Microsoft Power BI & Azure.

  • Automated data pipelines for up-to-date, error-free information in real time.

Ex Libris AG automates its e-commerce system landscape

In practice

As the largest media discounter in Switzerland, Ex Libris AG generates over 90 % of their turnover online.

However, behind this success was a complex IT landscape with around 70 individual applications distributed across various systems, some of which are maintained manually, with high maintenance costs and a high susceptibility to errors. The task: to create a stable, automated and low-maintenance solution for the future.

About collana solutions

collana solutions AG was formed from three companies: Neolution, PENTAG Informatik and swiss1mobile. We are united by the aspiration to develop customised software in such a way that it creates real added value. Our team unites more than 500 successful projects, over 70 bright minds and one goal: IT that noticeably advances your business.

Expert for web development, Complex platforms and Microsoft technologies

Partner for customised software, Interfaces and data-driven IT projects

Specialist for mobile processes, App development and IoT integration

Facts & figures at a glance

70+

years bundled experience in software development

500+

Successful projects in the DACH region

200+

Satisfied corporate customers

4

LocationsWollerau, Pfäffikon SZ, Ittigen, Granada

70

IT and EDI specialists

8

Industry expertiseIndustry, logistics, healthcare, telecommunications, e-commerce, public sector, insurance, banking

What connects us remains.

Also under a new name! Personal proximity, short distances and the usual cooperation at eye level: all this is what characterises our work - and will of course remain the same. Even if we operate under the name collana solutions in future, nothing will change for you in terms of what counts. Your trusted contact persons are still there for you. We know your requirements, speak your language and are committed to your solution with the same reliability and expertise.

New name, familiar contacts

We know your requirements, speak your language and are committed to your solutions with the same reliability and expertise. Our management:

Our heads

Florian Wermelinger

Florian Wermelinger

Co-CEO
Herbert Haefeli

Herbert Haefeli

Co-CEO
Stefan Christen

Stefan Christen

CSO

Technology used

Our tech stack: solutions for every challenge

.NET Core / .NET 8 / C#
Highly scalable business logic and WebAPIs

Java / Spring Boot
High-performance applications in complex IT environments

Node.js
Lightweight APIs and integrations

Python
For data processing, automation and interfaces

Flutter
Efficient cross-platform development

iOS & Android (native)
Platform-optimised mobile apps

React Native
For hybrid, quickly available solutions

Azure / Azure App Services / Azure Data Factory

Google Cloud Platform

Docker & Kubernetes
Containerisation and orchestration

CI/CD & Monitoring
For stable delivery and continuous monitoring

SQL Server / SQL Azure / Oracle / PostgreSQL / MySQL / MariaDB
Relational databases

MongoDB
NoSQL for flexible data models

Redis
For high-performance caching

Snowflake / BigQuery
For scalable analytics platforms

DWH design
Centralised data storage and aggregation

REST APIs / SOAP / GraphQL
Modern interface communication

Talend / Apache NiFi
Data integration & ETL

Power BI / Tableau / Looker
Data visualisation

Apache Kafka / Spark / Flink
Real-time processing & event streaming

Orchard Core
.NET-based open source CMS

Headless CMS
(e.g. Contentful, Symfony-based)

Custom CMS
For customised content and portal worlds

Integration of platforms such as
SAP, Salesforce, HubSpot, Business Central

C++ / PL-SQL
System proximity and complex logic

EDI
XML, ZUGFeRD, XRechnung, PEPPOL, eBill

Device Management
z.e.g. with SOTI for mobile devices

Low-code/no-code templates
To the process configuration

Angular
For modular enterprise SPA

React / Next.js
For reusable components & server-side rendering

Razor Pages / MVC
Classic web applications based on .NET

Vue.js
If required for project-specific front ends

Zweifel Chips & Snacks AG - Digitalisation of sales processes

Zweifel digitised the entire sales process - from ordering to invoicing - with collana solutions, thereby increasing efficiency, transparency and customer loyalty.

Ex Libris AG - Automation in e-commerce

collana solutions develops and maintains numerous backend APIs for the Ex Libris online shop - including interfaces to core and partner systems. Containerisation and automated CI/CD processes ensure stable workflows, low maintenance costs and high scalability.

Inselspital Bern - Digitising stem cell therapy processes

With collana solutions, Inselspital Bern relies on the MARCELL application - a specialised solution for quality management in stem cell therapy that digitally and securely maps international standards.

Otto Fischer: Seamless value chain

As part of a comprehensive ERP changeover, Otto Fischer AG has set a new course for the digitalisation of its entire order processing. The aim was to automate the processes along the value chain - from the order to the order confirmation to the electronic invoice.

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from practice

Our case studies show how customised software creates real added value.

Whether healthcare, e-commerce, telecommunications, industry, logistics or the public sector - our projects are as diverse as our customers' requirements. The following use cases are examples of how we digitally transform processes and tap into new efficiency potential.

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