Videos – Projects & Testimonials

In an interview with Welt der Wunder, Björn Groenewold explains the advantages of custom software development over standard solutions. Topics: Legacy modernization, Delphi migration, investment protection, and why custom software is often cheaper in the long run than licensing models.

Groenewold IT Solutions – Your partner for custom software development. Since 2012, we have been developing tailored solutions for companies throughout Germany. From web apps to mobile apps to AI solutions – we bring your ideas into code.

Welcome to Groenewold IT Solutions in Leer, East Frisia. Since 2012, we have been developing software for companies throughout Germany. Our team: 15 developers, project managers, and designers. Our strengths: Direct communication, short paths, 100% development in Germany.

In the Wirtschaft TV interview, Björn Groenewold talks about the right use of AI in companies. Key points: Don't start with technology, start with the use case. Consider GDPR and EU AI Act. Start small with pilot projects. Measure ROI.

RPA and workflow automation save up to 80% time on recurring tasks. We explain the differences between UiPath, Power Automate, and custom solutions. Important: process analysis before automation – not every process is suitable.

Tobias Lucas about the Chop-E app: 'We needed an app for our e-bike rental. Groenewold not only built the app but also advised us on which features really make sense. The result: A lean, fast app that our customers love.'

Old Delphi or VB6 applications don't need to be completely rewritten. Step-by-step modernization protects your investment: First migrate the database, then modernize the UI, finally make it cloud-ready. Parallel operation possible – no big-bang risk.

Christoph Temmel reports: 'Working with Groenewold IT Solutions was professional from the start. Clear communication, realistic time estimates, and a team that thinks along. Especially positive: The proactive improvement suggestions during development.'

Standard software or custom solution? We calculate: For complex processes, custom software often pays for itself after 2-3 years. Advantages: No license costs, perfect process mapping, full control. Disadvantages: Higher initial investment, maintenance responsibility.

Flutter, React Native, or native Swift/Kotlin? Our recommendation: Flutter for 80% of projects – one code, two platforms, native performance. Native only for hardware-intensive apps or when App Store optimization is critical. PWA as a third option for simple use cases.

Arno Lübbers: 'After a recommendation, I contacted Groenewold. What convinced me: The honest advice. Instead of selling me a big project, they first suggested a workshop to properly understand the scope. That saved me a lot of money.'

Three main reasons for custom software: 1) Competitive advantage through unique processes. 2) Integration of existing systems without workarounds. 3) Independence from vendors and their price increases. Examples from our practice: ERP extensions, industry solutions, automation.

AI knowledge databases preserve your employees' expertise. With RAG technology and GPT-4, company documents become searchable. Especially valuable during generational change: expert knowledge is preserved even when employees retire. GDPR-compliant, on-premise possible.

Artificial intelligence is not just for IT experts. In this video, we show how every employee can benefit from AI tools: ChatGPT for texts, Copilot for Office, automated workflows. Important: training and clear guidelines for safe use.