Managing Director & Founder
Björn Groenewold – Managing Director, Founder and Software Developer at Groenewold IT Solutions
Diploma in Computer Science · IT Entrepreneur · Book Author
Over 15 years of experience in software development. Founder and managing director of Groenewold IT Solutions GmbH in Leer (East Frisia). Author of technical books on AI and prompting.
15+
Years of Experience
250+
Projects Delivered
2
Technical Books Published
8
Awards
About Björn Groenewold
Björn Groenewold holds a diploma in computer science and is the founder of Groenewold IT Solutions GmbH, headquartered in Leer (East Frisia). With over 15 years of experience in software development, he has successfully delivered more than 250 projects for companies across various industries – from startups and SMEs to large corporations.
After studying computer science at the University of Oldenburg, he founded his own company with the goal of developing custom software solutions with the highest quality standards – 100% Made in Germany, without offshoring.
His focus areas include enterprise architecture, AI strategy, and the modernisation of existing systems. As an author, he has published his practical knowledge in technical books on artificial intelligence and prompting.
Expertise & Focus Areas
Awards
Publications
AI in the Office: The Practical Guide for Office Professionals
Practical guide for using AI in everyday office work
View on AmazonPrompting Guide for Beginners
Introduction to effective prompting for ChatGPT and other AI models
View on AmazonAs Seen On
Wirtschaft TV
Using AI correctly in SMEs
Business Talk am Kudamm
Software financing and app strategies
Welt der Wunder
Custom software development and legacy modernisation
Memberships & Networks
Education
Diplom-Informatiker (Diploma in Computer Science)
Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg
Blog Articles by Björn Groenewold
Onshore vs. Offshore: 3 reasons why local development provides better ROI
The hourly rate is only half the truth. We show why onshore development in Germany has its nose at speed, quality and ROI.
Digitalization with heart: Why technology should connect people
In a world full of buzzwords like "digital transformation" we sometimes forget the most important thing: At the end of every technology is a human being.
From the idea to the app: A journey that thrills
Every app that uses millions of people started as a sketch on a whiteboard. We take you on the journey from the first idea to the launch day.
The future is now: How AI transforms your company into 2026
Imagine coming to the office in the morning – and your AI has already answered the most important emails. Science fiction? No, reality for more and more medium-sized companies.
Crowdfunding for software projects: A promising alternative?
In the dynamic world of software development, securing financing is often one of the largest obstacles for innovative projects. Traditional ways such as bank loans or venture capital are...
App development for real estate management: How PropTech solutions revolutionize your business
The real estate industry, long known as one of the most traditional industries, experiences a profound digital transformation. Driven by technological progress and the rising expectations of tenants, buyers and inves...
App Development for Crafts & Services: The Turbo for your Digitalization
Digitization is no longer an abstract topic of the future, but a handful of necessity that does not stop traditional industries such as crafts and services. In a world where the smartphone is a...
Software migration: Why user training is the key to success
Introducing new software is a crucial step for companies. A software migration is much more than just a technical project – learn why user training is the key to success.
Maintenance & Support for Energy & Supply: Why 24/7 IT services are indispensable for critical infrastructures
The energy and supply industry is at the heart of a profound transformation. The energy transition, the decentralization of production and the introduction of intelligent networks (smart grids) have the IT landscape of energy supply...
Logistics software: The defining trends for 2026
The logistics industry is undergoing rapid change. What was still considered to be a future music yesterday is already a reality today or is about to break. For companies it is decided...
BLE in Smart Home: Trends and Potentials for the
Discover the role of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) in Smart Home, the latest trends, applications and the importance of standards such as Matter.
Cross-Platform Development: Flutter and React Native compared
In today's fast-paced digital world, the development of mobile applications is crucial for companies. One of the most important decisions that developers and companies...
Logistics software: Successful implementations for a more efficient future
In a globalised world where supply chains are becoming increasingly complex, efficient logistics is crucial to the success of every company. Digitalization plays a...
Creating knowledge maps: Visualizing expertise in the company
There is a huge treasure of knowledge, experiences and skills in every company. But too often this valuable capital is invisible in the minds of individual employees...
Code review: Detecting quality problems early
Learn how code reviews reveal quality problems early. Best practices, checklists and tools for effective code reviews.
Headless CMS explains: Why WordPress has served
The era of monolithic CMS ends. Learn what a Headless CMS is when you should use it and why developers love it.
Odoo vs. SAP: Which ERP solution fits the middle class?
In today's digital landscape, medium-sized companies face the crucial question of which ERP system (Enterprise Resource Planning) best supports their business processes...
Interfaces and APIs in Production and Manufacturing: The Key to Smart Factory
The fourth industrial revolution, known as **Industry 4.0**, transforms the way goods are produced. Networking is at the centre of this profound change. But the vision of a **Smart Factory** in which Mas...
IT maintenance & support for crafts & services: your key to digital sovereignty
Digitization is no longer a vision of the future, but the living reality in every craft business and in every service company. From digital order management to mobile time recording on the construction site to...
The top 7 mistakes in introducing a
Avoid the most common errors in implementing an AI knowledge database. Practical tips on target, data quality, change management and tool selection.
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