From Risk to Resilience: Strengthening Security Landscape
Leadership combined with comprehensive security initiatives – building resilience across the software ecosystem.
about the customer
The company is a strategic, active software holding, managing a network of independent, vertical software companies. With over 2,800 employees and more than 25 locations, the company invests in tailored ERP solutions for mid-sized companies in sectors such as manufacturing, trade, distribution, public administration, and laboratories. Combining deep industry knowledge with close customer relationships.
Software
> 2.800 Employees
International
7 Months
5 Team members
project
The Challenge
- Leadership continuity Departure of the Group CISO required swift replacement to keep security programs on track.
- Complex governance environment Multi-year security program spanning ~30 subsidiaries with varying IT/security maturity levels.
- Fragmented responsibilities Coordinating security leaders and IT managers across all entities.
- High-stakes security Potential threats, compliance needs, and evolving risks demand constant oversight.
- Strategic alignment Integrating best practices, insights, and vendor roadmaps into the security strategy.
Solution
- Rapid leadership deployment Appointed an Interim CISO to maintain strategic direction and operational oversight.
- Scalable team extension Expanded the team from one to five.
- Program continuity & enhancement Executed and refined company’s multi-year security initiatives in line with emerging needs.
- Stakeholder engagement Built strong communication channels.
- Security preparedness leadership Directed planning and readiness measures to address potential incidents and mitigate risks before they occur.
Success Story
When company’s CISO left, K&C quickly stepped in to keep strategic security initiatives on track. An Interim CISO was deployed within days, supported by a team of specialists to ensure continuity and strengthen delivery. Through close coordination with subsidiaries and vendors, the program stayed aligned with strategic goals, readiness measures were enhanced, and governance structures reinforced. After seven months, the smooth handover to the permanent CISO with a more resilient and future-ready security function.
WHY K&C?
Proven security leadership
Rapid deployment of seasoned experts during high-stakes transitions.
Flexible team scaling
Immediate access to specialized skills to address strategic and operational needs.
Long-term resilience
Strengthened governance and security maturity across a complex multi-entity environment.
About Krusche & Company
With over 25 years of experience, Krusche & Company (K&C) is a leading IT outsourcing provider, specializing in web and cloud technologies. Our team of 150+ IT experts operates from six offices worldwide, delivering top-notch services in UX/UI design, software development, cloud development, DevOps, quality assurance, agile project management, and cybersecurity.
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Frequently asked questions
Krusche & Company is an IT outsourcing company that supports their clients with their app & web development.
We go beyond outsourcing. For us the journey only starts when we have placed our people at your company. We also help you with topics like innovation, knowledge retention, cyber security, data privacy, and sustainability.
We are headquartered in Munich, but also have offices in Cracow, Sofia, Kyiv, Sulaimaniya and New Cairo.
As a German company we appreciate the importance of cyber security, data privacy and that every company or project has different requirements. To guarantee that we can comply with the strictest of requirements and also offer the best IT-professionals, we have our people spread across 3 different regions.
Working with a global workforce is not always easy: otherwise everyone would do it. As a German company, we understand your company’s culture and as an IT outsourcing company we also understand the cultures of the people we employ. This allows us to resolve any potential issues and make sure every one of our people can integrate easily into your company.
We offset our own greenhouse gas emissions, reduce waste and minimize the carbon footprint of our offices. This means that we are a sustainable partner that has a positive impact on your company’s sustainability efforts.