In this interview, Constantin Schröder, CEO of synetics GmbH, explains how the company has used the i-doit solution to create a platform that helps to bridge the difficult gap between compliance and the shortage of IT specialists.
Mr Schröder, please explain briefly what i-doit is and what requirements your customers come to you with!
i-doit brings order to the often complex world of IT. It helps companies understand their entire IT landscape – not as individual pieces of a puzzle, but as a connected whole. Many of our customers come to us because they want to not only document their IT, but really understand it. They want to know how everything is connected – from the server room to the help desk. With i-doit, they make their IT visible, traceable and controllable. Whether in the cloud or locally – our solution adapts, not the other way around.
What distinguishes i-doit from other solutions?
i-doit is not rigid software, but a living platform that grows and evolves. What makes us special is the openness of our system: together with our partners, we are constantly developing enhancements that create real added value. And because we know how important it is to have an up-to-date picture of your IT, we offer modern solutions for all aspects of IT discovery – for a seamless combination of automatic detection and precise documentation. This makes i-doit a tool that not only collects data, but also reveals connections.
What are the particular challenges facing your industry at the moment and how are you addressing them?
Many companies are under increasing pressure today. Security requirements are becoming stricter, and standards such as ISO 27001, DORA and NIS2 are no longer optional, but mandatory. At the same time, there is often a lack of time and skilled personnel. This is exactly where i-doit comes in. Our solution brings structure to IT, supports compliance with standards and makes complexity manageable. It is important to us to not only provide a tool, but also genuine support – for people who bear responsibility and live with IT every day.
What opportunities does digitalisation offer for the future?
We believe that digitalisation is more than just technology – it is a promise. A promise of greater clarity, fewer errors and leaner processes. It gives companies the opportunity to focus on what is essential and to invest their energy where it really counts. Good IT documentation is not an accessory, but the foundation. With i-doit, we help to lay this foundation – reliably, simply and with a view to the future.
What do you expect from your membership in the eco Association?
We believe that the future of digitalisation lies in collaboration. The eco Association brings together people and companies who want more than just technology that works – they want a strong digital culture. We are delighted to be part of this network, working together to drive innovation, learn from each other and make Germany’s digital expertise more visible and effective – not as an end in itself, but as a contribution to a connected, secure and innovative future.
