Build trust. Reduce risk. Seize opportunity.

Digital future. Secure. Intelligent. Successful.

Swissentis helps Swiss companies shape their digital future securely and successfully. We combine cyber security, artificial intelligence and strategic corporate leadership into sustainable solutions with measurable value.

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Standards & regulations we align with

ISO 27001
NIS-2
EU AI Act
FADP / GDPR

The founder

Thomas Fundneider

Founder & CEO

Thomas Fundneider combines over 30 years of international leadership and management experience across IT, sales and corporate management. His expertise spans strategic business development, digital transformation, finance, sales excellence and the building and steering of successful partner ecosystems in international large-enterprise environments. Shaped by senior positions at Heinlein, SNP, Datavard and Hewlett Packard, and by his work as a board member, he combines strategic foresight with hands-on execution. As the founder of Swissentis, he advises executive teams and boards as a trusted peer and stands for bringing security, innovation and effective leadership together. His Executive MBA rounds out a broad range of experience in growth, transformation and sustainable business development.

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20+ years of leadership and advisory experience
100% focus on sustainable business success
3 integrated advisory areas from a single source
CH Swiss values, international experience

Mission

Bringing security and innovation into balance

Digital transformation opens up enormous opportunities, yet cyber risks, regulatory requirements and the complexity of new technologies keep growing. Swissentis supports companies to:

reduce cyber risks sustainably
use artificial intelligence safely and responsibly
implement digital business models successfully
strengthen governance and compliance
support management and the board in strategic decisions

Services

Three advisory areas. One integrated approach.

We combine cyber security, artificial intelligence and strategic corporate leadership into sustainable solutions with measurable value.

Cyber Security Advisory

Protecting your company, your data and your reputation.

Cyberattacks are now among the biggest business risks. We help you identify security risks early and implement effective protective measures.

Services

Cyber Security Assessments
Security Strategy & Roadmap
CISO as a Service
Governance, Risk & Compliance
Security Awareness Programmes
Incident Response Preparation
Vendor & Third-Party Risk Management
ISO 27001 and NIS-2 Advisory

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Artificial Intelligence Advisory

Using AI with value and responsibility.

Artificial intelligence is changing business models, processes and customer interactions. We support the safe introduction and scaling of AI solutions.

Services

AI strategy development
AI governance frameworks
AI risk management
Use-case identification
Automation and efficiency gains
Generative AI workshops
Management and board briefings
Compliance and regulatory requirements

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Executive Advisory & Interim Management

Experience for decisive situations.

Change projects, growth or transformation call for experienced leaders. Swissentis acts as a strategic partner at management and board level.

Services

Executive sparring
Digital transformation programmes
Interim management
Board mandates
Strategic planning
Organisational development
Crisis and change management

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Why Swissentis

Swiss values. International experience.

Our focus is not on short-term projects, but on sustainable business success.

Strategic thinking with hands-on implementation
Cyber security with business understanding
Innovation with governance and compliance
Management experience with technological expertise
Long-term partnerships with measurable results

About us

Three pillars for sustainable success

Swissentis was founded to support companies through the most important challenges of the digital future. Sustainable success rests on three pillars:

Security

Protecting companies, data and reputation.

Innovation

Using new technologies for growth and competitive advantage.

Leadership

Clear decisions and responsible governance.

Team

The people behind Swissentis

Experience, trust and responsibility. In person.

Thomas Fundneider

Founder & CEO

Thomas Fundneider brings over 30 years of leadership experience in IT, sales and corporate management. His strengths lie in strategic planning, digitalisation, finance and sales excellence, honed in senior roles at Heinlein, SNP, Datavard and Hewlett Packard and complemented by board mandates and an Executive MBA.

Martina Fundneider

Finance & Administration

Martina Fundneider is responsible for the finances and commercial management of Swissentis GmbH.

Executive Advisory Board

Experienced leaders. Clear perspectives.

Daniel Niesler

Advisory Board & Shareholder

FTAPI Software GmbH

Daniel Niesler is an entrepreneur and the former CEO & co-founder of FTAPI Software, a European leader in secure data transfer, and co-initiator of the CPT conference, “Connect. Protect. Transform.” In 2025 FTAPI closed a EUR 70 million funding round, one of the largest cybersecurity financings of the year in Europe. Today Daniel acts as an investor and strategic sparring partner for technologies that advance digital sovereignty, resilience and societal progress.

Gregor Stöckler

Founder & CEO

Cirql One GmbH

Gregor Stöckler, founder & CEO of Cirql One, is an experienced entrepreneur and an expert in artificial intelligence, SAP and digital innovation. With Cirql One he successfully closed a EUR 5 million seed round in 2026 to further develop context-based enterprise AI solutions. On the Swissentis Executive Advisory Board he contributes his broad expertise in technology, digital transformation, AI strategy and business development.

Executive Roundtable

Swissentis Executive Roundtable

Conversations among peers.

With the Swissentis Executive Roundtable we create a platform for leaders, board members and experts.

Exclusive. Practical. Connected.

Topics

Cyber security trends
AI and governance
Digital transformation
Regulation and compliance
Leadership in uncertain times

Clients

Who we work with

SMEs
Mid-sized companies
Corporations
Boards of directors
Executive teams
Private equity and investors
Technology and software companies
Critical infrastructure

Testimonials

What our partners say

Trust is built on proximity, competence and technology you can truly rely on. In Swissentis we have found a partner who understands this the same way we do. Together, we support companies in Switzerland in making their digital processes secure and sovereign.

Ari Albertini CEO, FTAPI

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What sets Swissentis apart from classic consultancies?

We combine cyber security, artificial intelligence and strategic corporate leadership in one integrated approach, focused on sustainable business success rather than short-term projects.

Which companies does Swissentis work for?

For SMEs, mid-sized companies, corporations, boards of directors, executive teams, private equity and investors, as well as technology and software companies and operators of critical infrastructure.

Does Swissentis also offer interim management?

Yes. Within Executive Advisory & Interim Management we take on leadership responsibility in decisive situations, from transformation to crisis and change management.

How does Swissentis support the responsible use of AI?

From AI strategy through AI governance frameworks and AI risk management to compliance with regulatory requirements such as the EU AI Act. Safe, transparent and with measurable value.

How does a collaboration begin?

Usually with a no-obligation intro call in which we understand your challenges and outline possible next steps.

Insights

Latest articles

In-depth perspectives on cyber security, artificial intelligence and corporate leadership.

All articles

1 July 2026 Artificial Intelligence

From AI prototype to production: what really decides success

A working AI prototype is only the beginning. What companies underestimate on the way to production: insights from an AI engineer's day-to-day work.

26 May 2026 Cyber Security

NIS-2 and Switzerland: What boards need to know now

The EU directive NIS-2 tightens cyber security requirements for companies with EU operations. A practical overview for boards of directors.

12 May 2026 Artificial Intelligence

Introducing AI responsibly: A guide for the executive team

Artificial intelligence offers enormous potential, but only with clear governance. How executive teams introduce AI safely, effectively and compliantly.

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Swissentis GmbH

Digital future. Secure. Intelligent. Successful.

Email: kontakt@swissentis.ch
Phone: +41 56 245 54 15

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