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Our success story began in 1992. Since then, we’ve survived some ups and downs, learned a lot and celebrated many successes.

1992

Michael Arbesmeier, Kai-Uwe Rommel and Roland Schock establish ARS. They start out at the Munich Technology Centre in Frankfurter Ring with a vision to create a system house for IT services, software and software development.

1995

In 1995, IBM authorises ARS to be one of its first two Premier Partners in Germany. ARS distributes IBM operating system OS/2 and IBM Software Server, tools for C++ development, as well as offering related consulting and development services.

ARS advises companies on the strategic use of IBM software and develops constructive solutions for their customers for the cost-effective purchase of IBM company licences and Passport Advantage contracts.

1999

Recognising the potential of the still-young programming language, Java, in 1999, ARS develops an extensive training business around object-oriented software development, Java and Java Enterprise, which leads to ever-larger software development projects.

2000

In 2000, ARS grows to 20 staff, continues to build its software and project business and relocates to Ridlerstrasse 55 in Munich’s Westend district.

2001 – 2006

In 2002 and 2006, employees of ours write two books on software development with Java Enterprise.

2007 – 2013

In the following years, ARS develops large software projects for public and private insurance companies, medical care companies and electronics firms, plus car manufacturers and automotive suppliers.

2014

In 2014, ARS opts for IBM Bluemix (platform as a service) and concludes Europe’s first subscription contract with IBM. ARS expands its offering to include consulting and services related to software architecture, application lifecycle management, software quality assurance and IBM software licence management.

2015

In 2015, ARS grows to 60 staff, moves into larger and more suitable premises in Ridlerstrasse 37 and rolls out its largest software project so far, with a development scope of several thousand person days.

2016

In 2016, ARS expands its consulting and service offering to include topics such as microservices and API economy. As part of this, it joins forces with IBM to write a Redbook on microservices.

2017

ARS appoints Stefan Schäffer to the management team. In his long-term role as Head of Application Development Services, he has proven himself to be the ideal person to take on the role of Chief Operations Officer.

2018

ARS becomes part of TIMETOACT GROUP. On 12 September 2018, TIMETOACT GROUP acquires ARS in its entirety. Managing directors Joachim Gucker, Stefan Schäffer and Michael Arbesmeier continue to run the business as before. TIMETOACT GROUP now has more than 520 staff at 13 locations in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

2020

ARS becomes one of the few Red Hat Premier Business Partners with a focus on cloud solutions. Premier Business Partner is the highest level of the Red Hat partner programme.

2023

ARS celebrates its 30^th anniversary with a new, contemporary look. The new logo combines the familiar word mark design with a new, symbolic image. Red remains a central element of our company identity and is enhanced by four additional colours, each representing one of the company’s key competences: software engineering, cloud, API and IT modernisation.

Unternehmen 7/30/21

About ARS

Our success story began in 1992. Since then, we’ve survived some ups and downs, learned a lot and celebrated many successes.

Standort 11/17/20

Our Sites

TIMETOACT GROUP employs 1300 people in 22 cities in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Kompetenz 8/6/21

Our services

We develop innovative software applications and future-proof IT systems as the basis for your digital transformation. We look closely and look for individual solutions. Because we are excited with technology. And because it works.

Unternehmen

Our Success Stories

Our customers are very diverse. From traditional companies to start-ups and from SMEs to multinationals. The years of experience of our pilots make it possible.

Software License Consulting & Cost Optimization

Technologie

Our starter packages

Fast access to a modern and scalable service desk, efficient task and Project Management across all business processes and performance check

Technologie 1/12/22

Our service offer for Mendix

The Dutch software manufacturer gives us the possibilities to create platform-independent low/no-code solutions for you with its products. In addition, we offer a wide range of services related to Mendix and are available to you from conceptual design to hosting and operation of your new solution.

Unternehmen 7/30/21

Our management – the engine of ARS

Get to know our management team!

Blog

“We are catworkx” – our office in Hamburg

In our #wirsindcatworkx series, we show you our locations in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. We start with our headquarters in Hamburg—with insights into our team, culture, and everyday office life

Unternehmen 7/30/21

Our promise - Passion for your digital future

A lot has changed since we were founded in 1992. Only one thing has remained: Our mission of high-quality consulting and successful projects for agile development of high-quality software: Passion for your digital future.

News 1/17/25

Welcome: Jimmy Areias joins our US team

We’re excited to welcome J. Areias as our new Strategic Account Manager for the US! With 17 years of experience, he brings deep expertise in optimizing workflows and implementing Atlassian solutions.

Blog 1/13/22

Why Was Our Project Successful: Coincidence or Blueprint?

“The project exceeded all expectations,” is one among our favourite samples of the very positive feedback from our client. Here's how we did it!

Kompetenz 7/29/21

AI - A technology is revolutionizing our everyday lives

For ARS, AI is an increasingly natural and organic part of software engineering. This is particularly true in cases where it is an integral part of applications and functions.

catworkx behind the scenes: Unsere IT-Spezialisten - Entwickler mit Herz und Verstand

Blog

catworkx behind the scenes: Our developers IT specialists

The job as a developer is more in demand than ever. We took a look over the shoulders of our developers at catworkx – Jörn tells us what he does all day and what he stands for.

News 3/17/25

Lindsey Norman is joining our team in the USA

catworkx welcomes Lindsey Norman to a key consulting role in the US! With years of experience in Atlassian solutions for large organizations, she brings valuable expertise to our team.

News 1/20/25

beBOLD becomes part of TIMETOACT GROUP

Cologne/Hamburg, January 20, 2025 – TIMETOACT GROUP, a leading provider of IT services for large enterprises, mid-sized businesses, and public institutions, has acquired beBOLD, an independent consultancy specializing in cloud transformation projects. The two founders and managing directors of beBOLD will continue to lead the company after the transaction and oversee its integration into the TIMETOACT GROUP.

News 11/4/24

EverIT becomes part of catworkx and TIMETOACT GROUP

Cologne/Budapest, 4 November 2024 – catworkx (part of TIMETOACT GROUP), a leading partner for Enterprise integration based on the Atlassian platform, is acquiring EverIT, a specialized Hungarian based Atlassian Partner. Together, the companies will build on their long-standing relationship and expand catworkx’s leading market position into Central Eastern Europe and strengthen catworkx’s global offering. The parties agreed not to disclose the details of the transaction.

Referenz 11/13/24

Turck Holding Optimizes IT Structure

Greater efficiency and structure through a sustainable IT strategy: Turck Holding GmbH is redesigning its IT organization and aligning it for the future. Read more.