About Us

Smart minds connecting people, data & intelligence

Committed partners with hands-on mindset, forward thinking, and a real passion for tech.

Committed partners with hands-on mindset, forward thinking, and a real passion for tech.

“Since I couldn’t find the system of my dreams, I decided to build it myself.”

Uli Held, Softwarehelden CEO

How it all started

The Softwarehelden Story

In the 1990s, Uli Held was working at Porsche's R&D center, responsible for data analysis software. But he quickly realized that true efficiency gains wouldn't come from better software alone — they required better information flow.After observing the entire vehicle testing process, he saw that delays were caused by missing, fragmented, and unclear data. Inspired by how the head of development relied on well-informed assistants, Uli had his AHA moment: large organizations need systems that behave like smart assistants — connected, responsive, and context-aware.Since no such system existed, he began building it himself. The result was Cluu — a platform designed to connect and unify existing data sources without duplicating them.What started as a side project gained traction within Porsche and evolved into a full-fledged company. Together with two brilliant former interns, Jörg Metzler and Anton Feoktistov, and investor Hertha Thoma, Uli founded Softwarehelden.Today, Cluu powers fast and flexible digitalization across major enterprises. And with the rise of large language models, Uli’s original vision — a truly intelligent assistant — is more within reach than ever before.

Who We Are

Building Smart Technology That Works

Based in Stuttgart, we build a digitalization platform that truly works. While many tech companies chase the next big trend, we focus on what really matters: creating scalable, reliable solutions that solve real-world challenges.

At Softwarehelden, we believe that technology should adapt to businesses — not the other way around. That’s why our platform seamlessly integrates existing systems, enhances what’s already there, and fills the gaps where needed. We combine AI-driven intelligence, automation, and a deep understanding of business processes to make digital transformation practical, efficient, and future-proof.
We’re not just writing code — we’re engineering solutions that prove themselves in practice. With a team of passionate developers and innovators, we combine AI, automation, and deep process understanding to deliver digital transformation that lasts. Big ideas, grounded execution. That’s what sets us apart.

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Company Foundation

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Applications

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Years Tech Maturity

1 Mio.+

Lines of Code

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Cluu-Users

Millions

Requests / Day

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Our super power:

Our super power:
We turn complex data into real structured solutions.
Our unique Approach

How we unlock the power of your data.

The way we work: Helping businesses achieve seamless workflows and maximum efficiency. Our mission is to support employees and businesses with innovative digitalization solutions, helping them achieve maximum efficiency. Processes that just flow smoothly!

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You tell.
We listen.

Before we build anything, we take the time to understand your specific challenges. We listen, analyze, and develop tailored solutions that fit your needs.

You envision.
We model.

We create a digital twin of your company, providing a structured and real-time representation of all processes, roles, and dependencies.

You keep going.
We integrate.

We connect your data and legacy systems into one unified platform – no rip & replace, just smart integration.

You grow.
We enhance.

Where something is missing, or if you start from scratch, we fill the gaps with our pre-built apps to streamline your processes.

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Empowering Humans & AI to Get Things Done

With all data and functions in one place, your people – and AI – can finally work efficiently, make better decisions, and drive real progress.

01.
You tell.
We listen.

Before we build solutions, we take the time to understand your challenges. We listen, analyze, and then create the tailored solutions to your needs.

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You envision.
We model.

We create a digital twin of your company, providing a structured and real-time representation of all processes, roles, and dependencies.

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You keep going.
We integrate.

We connect your data and legacy systems into one unified platform – no rip & replace, just smart integration.

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You grow.
We enhance.

Where something is missing, or if you start from scratch, we fill the Gaps with our pre-built apps to streamline your processes

Our super powers

Why Softwarehelden?

Why Softwarehelden?

Why Softwarehelden?

There are numerous reasons to collaborate with us: from cutting-edge AI integration to unmatched data security and scalability.

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Deep Technological Expertise

We understand complex software landscapes and develop solutions that integrate seamlessly.

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Understanding Your Challenges

We know the real-world struggles of our customers and create solutions that truly fit.

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Hands-On Mentality

We don’t just theorize—we implement, optimize, and deliver real results.

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Customer-Centered Innovation

We create tailored solutions that perfectly match our customers' needs.

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Smart Minds, Strong Team

Our experts tackle the toughest challenges with intelligence and creativity.

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Agile & Efficient Execution

Fast, iterative development processes ensure practical and sustainable results.

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