# Bytes & Pixels GmbH — Full Documentation > Bytes & Pixels is a Munich-based technology consultancy specializing in AI Transformation, AI Agents, Technical Due Diligence, and Fractional CTO services. Founded in 2019 by Benjamin Bachhuber. ## Company Overview Bytes & Pixels GmbH was founded in 2019 in Munich with a focus on helping companies harness AI and modern technology to transform their businesses. We combine strategic consulting with hands-on technical implementation. --- ## Core Services ### 1. AI Transformation & AI Agents We design and build intelligent AI systems that automate and transform business processes: - Development of AI Agents for customer service, internal processes, and data analysis - Building automated workflows with n8n and LLM integration - Introduction of AI-powered development processes - Strategic assessment: which processes benefit most from AI? **Benefits:** - 24/7 availability — AI Agents work around the clock without quality loss - Scalable without headcount — grow without proportionally hiring - Context understanding — modern LLM-based agents understand context and improve over time - Seamless integration into existing systems (CRM, ERP, Helpdesk) - Measurable results with clear KPIs and monitoring - GDPR-compliant with on-premise options **Use Cases:** - Customer service agent with knowledge base access - Data analysis agent with natural language reports - Recruiting agent for automated application screening - Contract analysis agent for risk clause detection - AI-first customer service handling 80% of requests automatically - Intelligent document processing (OCR, NLP) - Predictive analytics for demand, churn, maintenance - End-to-end process automation **FAQ:** - Q: Which LLMs do you use? A: We are technology-agnostic — OpenAI, Anthropic, open-source models, or on-premise solutions depending on the use case. - Q: How secure are the AI Agents? A: We implement guardrails, access restrictions, and audit logs. Sensitive data can be processed on-premise. - Q: How quickly are results visible? A: First prototype typically in 2-4 weeks. Production agents after 6-8 weeks. ### 2. Technical Due Diligence Independent, structured evaluation of software architectures, tech stacks, and engineering organizations: - Assessment of software architectures and tech stacks - Analysis of engineering organization and development processes - Identification of technical debt and risks - Clear recommendations and modernization roadmaps - Results understandable for non-technical stakeholders - Experience from 50+ assessments across industries - Completion in 2-4 weeks, compatible with transaction timelines **Use Cases:** - Pre-investment due diligence for M&A and funding rounds - Post-merger tech integration and consolidation - Board-level tech assessment for strategic decisions - Vendor and platform evaluation (make vs. buy) **FAQ:** - Q: How long does a Technical Due Diligence take? A: Usually 2-4 weeks. Accelerated 1-week formats available for time-critical transactions. - Q: What documents do you need? A: Source code access, architecture documentation (if available), and 2-3 interviews with key engineering personnel. - Q: Who can understand the report? A: Reports are created for both technical and non-technical stakeholders — with executive summary and detailed appendix. ### 3. Fractional CTO Strategic and operational technical leadership on demand: - Strategic technical leadership on a part-time basis - Building and scaling development teams - Defining target architectures (greenfield & modernization) - Introducing agile methods (Scrum, Kanban, OKRs) - Interim placement during CTO vacancies or growth phases ### 4. Agentic Development AI-powered development processes that radically improve speed and quality: - 10x faster development through AI-powered code generation, reviews, and testing - Higher code quality — AI agents handle repetitive tasks - Lower costs with measurably higher output - Integration of AI coding assistants, automated reviews, intelligent CI/CD pipelines - Team training for productive AI use in daily development ### 5. n8n Workflow Automation Complex automation with n8n — from simple workflows to LLM-powered processes: - Open source & self-hosted — full control, no vendor lock-in - LLM integration with GPT, Claude for real-time intelligent decisions - 500+ integrations — CRM, ERP, email, Slack, databases, and more - Error handling and monitoring included - Self-hosted or cloud deployment with documentation and team training ### 6. SaaS Replacement with AI Replace expensive SaaS tools with custom AI-powered solutions: - No more license costs — own your solution - Perfectly tailored to your processes - Full data sovereignty — no dependency on external SaaS providers **Use Cases:** - Replace CRM with AI Agent that understands and maintains customer relationships - Automate project management with AI-driven task distribution - Natural language data queries instead of complex BI dashboards - AI agents that understand, prioritize, and partially resolve support tickets ### 7. Private Equity & Tech Supporting PE firms with technical assessment and portfolio transformation: - Pre-investment technical due diligence revealing investment risks and value creation potential - AI-driven transformation for measurable EBITDA improvements - CTO-level expertise for portfolio companies - Cross-industry experience: SaaS, E-Commerce, HealthTech, EdTech, FinTech, Manufacturing - IC-ready reports for investment committees - 100-day technical transformation plans post-closing **Use Cases:** - Pre-investment Tech DD with risk assessment - Portfolio AI transformation and automation - Post-merger tech integration for add-on acquisitions - Fractional CTO for portfolio companies in growth or transformation phases **FAQ:** - Q: Do you work with specific PE firms? A: We work across all fund sizes — from growth equity to buyout. References shared in personal conversation. - Q: How fast can you do a Tech DD? A: Standard 2-3 weeks. Accelerated 1-week format for time-critical transactions. - Q: Do you also handle implementation? A: Yes — as Fractional CTO or Technical Advisor, we also operationally support portfolio companies. --- ## Founder Profile **Benjamin Bachhuber** — Geschäftsführer (CEO) & Fractional CTO - 15+ years of software architecture and technical leadership experience - Former CTO at Shore GmbH — scaled engineering organization to 40+ employees - Serial founder: Freework, apontos, FoodCheck - Cross-industry expertise: E-Commerce, FinTech, Media, Travel, Real Estate, EdTech - Education: TU Wien, Vienna (MSc Computer Science), Hochschule Landshut (BSc) - Former researcher at Siemens Corporate Research, Princeton, New Jersey - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bachhuber --- ## Clients & References Notable clients include: About You, Scayle, Reishunger, VNR Verlag, PL-X Industries served: E-Commerce, FinTech, EdTech, HealthTech, Real Estate, Media, Travel, Manufacturing --- ## Selected Project Portfolio 1. **AI Transformation — EdTech Company**: Fractional CTO & Advisor. Technical due diligence, greenfield architecture, AI transformation strategy, AI agents and automated workflows, restructuring development organization for AI-powered workflows. 2. **Search Infrastructure — E-Commerce Marketplace**: Software Architect. New search infrastructure for 1 billion+ products with scalable search architecture. 3. **Tech Due Diligence — Real Estate Service Provider**: Fractional CTO & Advisor. Technical due diligence, greenfield architecture and tech stack evaluation. 4. **Tech Due Diligence — Real Estate Platform (Berlin)**: Consultant. Technical due diligence and target software architecture. 5. **Architecture & Greenfield — Digital Consultancy (Hamburg)**: Consultant. Tech DD for e-commerce architecture, greenfield headless CMS concept, FinTech credit platform architecture. 6. **Enterprise E-Commerce — Platform Provider (Hamburg)**: Solution Architect. Headless e-commerce for enterprise clients, Kafka event streaming, AWS migration, technical product owner. 7. **Interim CTO — D2C Food Brand (Bremen)**: Interim CTO. Technical leadership, shop evaluation, new architecture, ERP migration. 8. **Frontend Architecture — E-Commerce (Munich)**: Software Architect. Micro-frontend architecture, Next.js SSR, Backend-for-Frontend, DevOps. 9. **App Development — FoodCheck & FitWise**: Founder & Developer. Own product development. Flutter mobile apps with AI integration (OpenAI). Full-stack: mobile, backend APIs, AI services. --- ## Technology Stack & Expertise **AI & ML**: OpenAI GPT, Anthropic Claude, LLMs, RAG Architecture, Prompt Engineering, Custom AI Agents, Vector Databases **Automation**: n8n, Workflow Automation, Process Automation **Cloud & Infrastructure**: AWS, Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes **Frontend**: React, Next.js, Flutter, Micro-Frontends **Backend**: Node.js, Python, REST APIs, GraphQL **E-Commerce**: Headless Commerce, Headless CMS, MACH Architecture **Methods**: Scrum, Kanban, OKRs, Agile Coaching --- ## Contact Information - **Company**: Bytes & Pixels GmbH - **Website**: https://bytes-and-pixels.de - **Email**: kontakt@bytes-and-pixels.de - **Phone**: +49 (0)89-15002979 - **LinkedIn Company**: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bytes-pixels - **LinkedIn Founder**: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bachhuber - **Location**: Munich, Germany - **Founded**: 2019 --- ## How We Work Our approach follows three phases: 1. **Analysis & Strategy**: We evaluate your current technology landscape and identify the biggest AI levers for your business. 2. **Architecture & Concept**: We design the target architecture — AI agents, workflows, integrations, and the optimal tech stack. 3. **Implementation & Scaling**: We build and implement the solution — and empower your team to independently develop it further. We typically deliver first prototypes within 2-4 weeks and production-ready solutions within 6-8 weeks.