professional IT consulting company

    We partner with business to deliver performance IT.
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    We build, scale, optimize and heal your IT Teams. Through hands-on leadership, we deliver solutions that drive your business forward.

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    The real problems we solve

    Our IT is holding us back."

    Technology decisions are delayed, systems don't scale, and your team is constantly firefighting instead of building.

    Nobody really owns IT decisions."

    Critical choices fall through the cracks. You're missing someone who can take responsibility and drive execution.

    We're growing, but everything feels fragile."

    Every new hire, every new client exposes gaps. What worked at 10 people is breaking at 50.

    We don't trust our numbers."

    Data lives in spreadsheets, systems don't talk to each other, and reporting takes days instead of minutes.

    We don't know where to start."

    You know things need to change, but you lack the expertise to prioritize what matters most.

    How We Work

    IT Leadership for Growing Companies

    We don't sell hours. We take responsibility.

    As your Interim or Fractional Head of IT, we become part of your leadership team. We own the IT strategy, set priorities, manage vendors, and ensure execution.

    We bring 40+ years of enterprise experience without the enterprise overhead.

    Integrated Capabilities

    These aren't separate services. They're the components of a single role — bringing clarity and structure to your entire IT function.

    • IT leadership, prioritization, and executive decision support
    • Team structure, vendor management, and budget oversight
    • IT & collaboration process stabilization (Jira, Confluence, documentation)
    • Microsoft Cloud & Infrastructure (Azure, M365, Identity, Security)

    Typical Engagement

    Duration: 6-12 months
    Commitment: 2-4 days per week
    Start: Diagnostic assessment, then ongoing leadership

    Fit Assessment

    Is this right for you?

    We're selective about who we work with. This ensures we can deliver real impact.

    This is for you if...

    • If you know you have an IT Problem that needs to be fixed
    • If you have a vacancy of IT Leadership
    • You want someone to own decisions, not just execute tasks
    • You're ready to invest in structure, not just firefighting
    • You value clear communication over technical jargon

    This is not for you if...

    • You need a developer to build custom software
    • You're looking for the cheapest IT support option
    • You want to outsource everything with no internal involvement
    • You're not ready to make decisions and take action
    • You need someone on-site full-time
    Who We Are

    Senior experience, hands-on approach

    We've led IT at scale — from DAX 30 enterprises to fast-growing startups. Now we bring that experience to companies that need leadership for change.

    Jürgen Kranz

    Jürgen Kranz

    Co-Founder & Managing Director

    Jürgen Kranz is a seasoned technology and product strategist with over twenty years of experience, leading complex IT organizations and innovation-driven startups. As CTO, CPTO and Founder, he partners with businesses to scale their technology teams, define sustainable IT strategies, and implement cutting-edge cloud and AI architectures.

    He combines deep technical expertise with clear communication, empathy, and strong leadership.

    His portfolio spans large enterprises and international startups, always focused on sustainable structures, team culture, and measurable outcomes.

    LeadershipIT StrategyTeam Building
    Paul Heinrich Janecki

    Paul Heinrich Janecki

    Co-Founder & Managing Director

    Paul is Chief of Staff at the andTheLight Interim CTO Office. He translates strategy into operational excellence through scalable Microsoft 365/Azure foundations, seamless migrations, efficient collaboration structures (Teams/Jira/Confluence), and data-driven reporting.

    In complex environments, he provides clarity. Through active ownership, robust processes, and clear documentation, he ensures that your growth is not stifled by IT bottlenecks.

    Paul Janecki serves as an IT Operations Leader and Microsoft Cloud Architect, bringing over 16 years of experience in architecture, consulting, and operational implementation.

    Cloud InfrastructureSecurity & ComplianceProcess Design
    40+
    Years Combined Experience
    DAX 30
    Enterprise Background
    5+
    Companies Co-Founded
    €150m+
    Project Budgets Managed
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    Let's have a conversation

    No sales pitch. No commitment. Just a 30-minute conversation to understand your situation and see if we can help.

    Based in Cologne, Germany · Working with clients worldwide · Available for remote and hybrid engagements