Founded in 2016 by entrepreneur Hannes Vaia and software engineer Daniel Hanspeter, 426 emerged from a challenge to digitize processes for a family business. Recognizing the vast market potential, they created a company that quickly gained prominence by serving renowned brands like Pur Südtirol and the Oberalp Group. In response to digital market challenges, they developed the middleware 426Connect, facilitating smooth integrations. Accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, 426 expanded rapidly, establishing offices in South Tyrol, Trento, Hamburg, and Halle, with a multilingual team exceeding 50 experts. Dedicated to delivering high-quality, customized B2B and B2C software solutions, 426 embodies its name—reflecting the commitment to digital upgrades—while continuously fostering innovation and strong partnerships to drive clients' digital evolution.