pit Group
About us
We develop digital solutions for the real estate industry of tomorrow. We link the planning, construction and ongoing operation of buildings and ensure a functioning digital ecosystem with added value.
Innovation from tradition
The pit group
For more than 30 years, the pit Group has been supporting companies, public institutions and partners with innovative software solutions for planning, construction and operation. Our products combine technical precision with sustainable approaches and create the basis for efficient and future-oriented real estate management. With locations in Germany, Austria and an international partner network, we are close to our customers and their projects, recognize developments at an early stage, understand market needs and offer practical solutions that digitally map the entire life cycle of real estate and create real added value.
„Our digital solutions ensure efficient and smooth real estate management - from planning to ongoing operations.“
Software solutions for the entire life cycle of real estate
Figures you can build on
Years of experience
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For over 30 years, we have been developing software solutions for the planning, construction and ongoing operation of real estate - with in-depth expertise in CAD, BIM, CAFM and energy management.
Customer projects
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From the healthcare sector to industrial companies, our solutions are used successfully in more than 2,000 projects every day.
Users
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Over one million users use the pitEcoSystem+ in the D-A-CH region to manage real estate efficiently, transparently and sustainably.
pit for sustainable real estate management
From planning to building operation
Sustainable
We develop sustainable solutions for the entire life cycle of a building.
User-focused
People and their needs are at the center of our work.
Digital
The latest technologies and innovations are the basic prerequisite for our smart and sustainable solutions.
Responsible
We act responsibly. Ecological, economic and social aspects contribute to our decisions.
Expertise you can build on
Our team
We are developers, strategists and pioneers who design digital solutions with substance. Our strength lies in the combination of technical excellence and process-oriented thinking with the aim of developing software solutions that simplify processes, relieve organizations and simplify communication.
Management Team
Johannes Meßner-Haidenthaler
Johannes Meßner-Haidenthaler
Managing Director
Johannes is Managing Director of the pit Group. He joined the company in 2021 and previously worked successfully in the management of various digitalization companies. With his open and innovative nature, he exemplifies a new mindset at pit. He actively promotes the further development of the corporate culture and provides impetus for future-oriented work.
Robert Umshaus
Robert Umshaus
Managing Director
Robert is Managing Director of the pit Group. Together with Günter Grüner, he built up Ing. Günter Grüner GmbH. As a CAFM enthusiast from the very beginning, his many years of expertise in the team are particularly in demand.
With his deep understanding of processes and technologies, he plays a decisive role in driving forward the continuous development of software solutions and corporate strategy.
Thomas Bender
Thomas Bender
Strategic product development & marketing
Thomas worked in real estate IT consulting for many years and, thanks to his association work, he is very well connected in the industry and has a feel for new trends and innovations that are reflected in our tools, which helps us to keep our finger on the pulse.
With his analytical strength and understanding of the market, he brings valuable impetus to our product strategy and brand positioning.
Henrik Straube
Henrik Straube
Head of Product Development pitFM
Henrik Straube, an experienced employee, is in charge of product and process development in the CAFM area. With his expertise in process optimization and product development, he ensures efficient processes and the achievement of strategic goals.
His deep understanding of customer requirements flows continuously into the further development of our software solutions.
Partner Manager & Software Support CAFM
Sebastian Weber
Sebastian Weber
Partner Manager FM & Software Support FM
Sebastian is a Partner Manager in Facility Management and is responsible for software support in this area. With his broad expertise, he successfully manages partnerships and supports the introduction and provision of FM software solutions.
With his practical advice and technical know-how, he ensures that our partners and customers receive optimal support and that the solutions can be used efficiently.
Sales team
Alexandra Stolz
Alexandra Stolz
Distribution FM
Alexandra works in FM sales and is responsible for the position of Key Account Sales, where she is largely responsible for maintaining and expanding important customer relationships. Her knowledge of the industry and her commitment contribute to the company's success.
Mario Müller
Mario Müller
Distribution FM
Mario is responsible for acquiring new customers and further developing our sales activities. With a keen sense for customer requirements and market opportunities, he creates long-term partnerships and makes a decisive contribution to the company's growth.
Rüdiger Kauermann
Rüdiger Kauermann
Distribution FM
Rüdiger is responsible for supporting and expanding customer relationships in the facility management sector. With his comprehensive industry knowledge and practice-oriented advice, he supports our customers in finding optimal solutions for their requirements.
His strong communication skills and commitment play a key role in creating and successfully maintaining long-term partnerships.
Thomas Renzel
Thomas Renzel
Head of Business Development Public Sector
Thomas is Head of Business Development Public Sector and is responsible for identifying new business opportunities in the public sector. At the same time, he acts as team leader in the project business and works closely with sales to establish and develop strategic partnerships and sustainable customer relationships in this area.
With his industry knowledge and networked thinking, he makes an important contribution to targeted expansion and positioning in the public market environment.
Ralf Rieckhof
Ralf Rieckhof
FM sales, training and consulting
Ralf is responsible for training, further education and documentation in the pitFM area. He provides customers with practical knowledge on how to use the software efficiently and ensures that the content is presented clearly and comprehensibly. With his many years of experience in facility management, he supports customers in the successful use of pitFM and thus makes a significant contribution to quality assurance and process optimization.
CAD/BIM/TGA team
Andreas Stark
Andreas Stark
CAD/BIM sales, support, training
With many years of experience and technical expertise, Andreas Stark is responsible for sales, support and training in the area of CAD/BIM. He provides our customers with personal and practical support in the introduction and efficient use of CAD and BIM solutions - especially pitCAD. Through structured consulting and individual training, Andreas Stark ensures that users can use the software safely, quickly and efficiently. He is your reliable contact for all questions relating to CAD/BIM.
Axel Kalke
Axel Kalke
CAD/BIM support, training
Axel works in CAD/BIM and is responsible for support and training. He supports customers in the efficient use of computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) software and conducts training courses to expand their knowledge and skills in this area.
With his structured approach and technical expertise, he ensures that users can work with the systems safely and purposefully.
Matthias Pirchmoser
Matthias Pirchmoser
TGA planning tools - sales, support, training
Matthias is a sales expert for pitTGA planning tools such as pitCAD Ultimate, SOLAR-COMPUTER and Autodesk. With his in-depth technical understanding and industry knowledge, he supports customers in selecting suitable software solutions for efficient planning processes.
With his solution-oriented advice, he helps to ensure that planning projects are implemented smoothly and workflows are optimized in the long term.
Stefan Mayer
Stefan Mayer
TGA planning tools - sales, support, training
Stefan is our expert for Revit, BIM2FM and CAD2FM. He ensures that planning and operational processes mesh seamlessly and that our customers can use their tools optimally. With his background in electrical engineering and his deep technical understanding, Stefan provides users with competent support, training and technical implementation of their projects.
His structured way of working and strong customer focus make him a valued contact in our team.
Our history
Milestones
The beginning of a success story
Günter Grüner and his wife Anette start selling SOLAR-COMPUTER calculation programs for technical building equipment (TGA) in Telfs (Austria). First users: Ortner (Innsbruck), ATP, Allplan - loyal customers to this day.
Foundation of pit-cup GmbH
Foundation of pit-cup GmbH in Heidelberg by Kurt Weber. The release of pitCAD 1.0 marked the beginning of the success story of an innovative building technology software that quickly won over numerous planning offices and laid the foundation for further development.
Growth and new perspectives
The introduction of the CAFM solution pitFM also significantly expanded the range of services and laid the foundation for modern, digital facility management.
New beginnings and development
Günter Grüner founded Ing. Günter Grüner GmbH in 2010. Dipl.-Ing. Robert Umshaus became co-owner of the company, and „Grüner“ developed into a well-known name in the FM industry. At the same time, pitFM launched its first web processes. With our web application, selected processes, such as Helpdesk, could be made available to a wide range of users.
Rethinking mobility
With the mobile app pitFM Mobile, the first solution for smartphones and tablets was available and enabled flexible working with pitFM on the move. Introduction of the new business area of energy management with the distribution of IngSoft InterWatt.
BIM4FM with pit
The BIM4FM process was implemented in pitFM. Thanks to the integrated Revit interface, BIM data can be exchanged between authoring tools and CAFM systems.
Change of management at pit-cup GmbH
Company founder Kurt Weber retired. Ing. Günter Grüner GmbH took over the majority shareholding in pit-cup GmbH.
Together into the future
Johannes Meßner-Haidenthaler and Robert Umshaus jointly manage Ing. Günter Grüner GmbH and pit-cup GmbH. Step by step, company processes are harmonized and standardized in order to make optimal use of synergies and increase efficiency.
Grüner becomes pit
Since the successful merger in 2020, pit-cup GmbH and Ing. Günter Grüner GmbH have been working together under one roof and continuously developing software solutions for the construction and real estate industry. With the step towards the uniform umbrella brand pit from Q4 2025, we are creating even more clarity in the market and bundling our strengths for the future.
Quality and safety you can rely on
Certifications
We work every day to further develop our solutions and processes in order to offer you maximum quality, safety and reliability.
Cyber Trust Silver Label
Our pitFM software is certified in accordance with the GEFMA 444 guidelines. This confirms that pitFM fulfills all relevant requirements for a professional CAFM system (Computer Aided Facility Management). Your benefit: You receive a system that supports facility management processes in a standardized, efficient and future-proof manner.
GEFMA certificate
Our pitFM software is certified in accordance with the GEFMA 444 guidelines. This confirms that pitFM fulfills all relevant requirements for a professional CAFM system (Computer Aided Facility Management). Your benefit: You receive a system that supports facility management processes in a standardized, efficient and future-proof manner.
ISO 270001 certificate
Our company is certified to ISO/IEC 27001 - the globally recognized standard for information security management systems. Your benefit: Your data is in the best hands with us - we guarantee the highest levels of security, availability and confidentiality in all IT processes.
Successful together
Our partners at a glance
The pit Group works together with strong partners from technology, sales, education and associations. These collaborations ensure that our customers have access to proven standards, the latest innovations and a broad network of expertise.
