// Who we are
Springboard Network is a group of leading European companies specializing in secure network solutions and managed services. Our network is united by a shared mission and a strong, cohesive culture that drives our work and inspires progress every day.
// Our Mission, Vision & Strategy
Springboard Network empowers Cisco-focused companies to build and secure the digital future
Our Mission
At Springboard Network our mission is straightforward: We grow stronger by working together. We build a community where professionals collaborate, share knowledge and support each other’s success.
Our Vision
Our vision is to become Europe’s go-to network for Cisco experts, where specialists connect, companies find top talent and knowledge drives continuous innovation.
Our Strategy
Our strategy combines organic growth, operational synergies and a focused Buy & Build approach. We strengthen our core business through continuous improvement, create added value by aligning capabilities across the organization, and accelerate expansion through targeted acquisitions that complement our strengths. Together, these pillars shape a scalable and competitive growth platform.
//Springboard Network structure
Flexible and agile by design
Our ambition is not to build a large or complex structure, but to stay focused, flexible and close to our labels.
International Sales
We have established an international sales organization to support our global customers in countries where we are not directly represented. This initiative is led by Bob Kok.
Avit | Benelux
Avit Group was founded as a technology organization focused on practical IT infrastructure, cloud environments, and security across multiple platforms. Today, the group consists of specialized technical teams serving organizations across the Benelux region.
With an emphasis on structured engineering and clear processes, Avit Group supports a broad technology ecosystem and maintains long-term vendor partnerships. Avit Group has strengthened its security capabilities by forming a dedicated Cyber Defense & Monitoring unit, adding specialists in threat detection, security operations, and managed protective services.
Wingmen | Denmark
Wingmen Solutions was founded in 2017 as Denmark’s only Cisco-focused company, specializing in delivering secure and future-proof IT infrastructure. Today, the company employs more than 125 specialists across offices in Søborg, Lystrup and Odense.
Through this dedication, Wingmen has grown to become one of the top three Cisco partners in Denmark. In October 2025, Wingmen Denmark acquired Wingmen Security (former Trifork Security) and expanded its business with 50 new security colleagues in Aalborg, all specializing in Splunk.
Wingmen | Norway
Wingmen Norway (recently renamed from Friday Networks) is a leading Norwegian provider of networking, cloud, collaboration, and security solutions. With around 30 employees and a strong Cisco-focused profile, the company serves major customers across finance, energy, telecom, and the public sector — all with high demands for security and stability.
As a Cisco Gold Partner Wingmen Norway designs, implements, and operates some of the market’s most secure and reliable network solutions.
system.de | Germany
Since 1994, system.de has delivered premium service quality and secure, scalable network solutions as a trusted Cisco Gold Partner. From its advanced Network Operation Center, the company supports clients across all industries and operates one of Germany’s largest high-security test centers for network infrastructure.
With strong technical expertise and tailored managed services, system.de serves customers with strict compliance demands — and even Cisco relies on its dedicated service engineers for end-customer support.
We take responsibility for building a sustainable digital future
Across Springboard Network, our ESG journey is underway. Our local labels are at different stages and we use this diversity to learn from each other and continuously improve.
We are united by a shared direction: reducing our environmental impact, supporting people and communities, and operating with strong and transparent governance. We actively lower CO₂ emissions, improve energy efficiency and help customers make more sustainable technology choices.
// Timeline
The history of Springboard Network started back in 2022.
Since the beginning, the organisation has been built around technically strong companies with deep expertise in Cisco technologies. From day one, we have operated under a clear Cisco Preferred strategy.
2025
Wingmen Security
A new step towards building Denmark’s strongest Cisco and Splunk partnership. Trifork Security officially becomes Wingmen Security.
Carve-out & official launch of Springboard Services
A key milestone in our journey under Springboard Networks, enabling us to deliver Managed Services to every label in the group.
Friday Networks becomes Wingmen Norge AS
Strengthening alignment with Wingmen Denmark within Springboard Network. The name change reinforces Nordic collaboration while the company remains the same in people, values, and customer commitment.
Acquistion of Trifork Security
Wingmen in Denmark acquires Trifork Security, strengthening Splunk, cybersecurity, cloud, and software capabilities. The acquisition positions Wingmen as the largest Splunk specialist in the Nordics.
2024
New SOC in Portugal
Security Operations Center (SOC) established in Portugal, specializing in Cisco XDR services.
Acquistion of Friday Networks
Springboard Network enters the Norwegian market with the acquisition of Friday Networks, adding 30 highly skilled Cisco specialists to the group accelerating Nordic growth across all Cisco technologies.
Acquisition of system.de
Springboard Network expands its European footprint by acquiring German IT and cloud specialist system.de, entering Europe’s largest IT market.
2022
Introducing Group Branding
Springboard Network launches a unified group branding, reinforcing its position as “The Network of Specialists – Powering a Secure Digital Future. The new identity connects all companies as part of Springboard Network.
Avit Portugal Establishment
Expanding its presence in Portugal to be closer to an attractive customer base. The team specializes in Security, Collaboration and Networking.
Acquisition of Comized (DK)
Wingmen merges with Danish collaboration specialist Comized, expanding the IT portfolio to include Collaboration, Networking, Datacenter and Security. Strengthens capabilities through collaboration with the Danish managed services specialist.
Merger of Avit and Wingmen
Springboard Network is formed as Wingmen and Avit Group join forces, creating a strong European network of Cisco specialists. The partnership combines rapid-growth Cisco expertise with advanced managed services, strengthening positions in Denmark, Europe, and beyond.
Acquisition of Ifective (NL)
Avit acquires Ifective, adding strong capabilities in software development and API integration. The acquisition enhances our ability to deliver value-added insights and smarter data utilization across the infrastructure we support for our customers.
2019
Cisco Gold Partner
Wingmen is recognized as a Cisco Gold Partner in Denmark just 17 months after launch. This marks the fastest achievement of the highest partner status in Cisco’s history.
Acquisition of Conecto
Two Danish growth leaders come together as Conecto divests its Cisco business to Wingmen. The companies enter a strategic partnership, jointly advising and serving Danish enterprises within their respective strengths: Cisco (Wingmen) and Citrix (Conecto) solutions.
2017
Managed Services Business Established
Avit launches its Managed Services business in the Netherlands, enabling customers to outsource service and operations. This marks a key step toward scalable, high-quality services delivery.
Avit Belgium Established
Avit expands into Belgium, strengthening its presence in a major and strategically important Cisco market close to the Netherlands.
Wingmen Established
Wingmen Solutions in Denmark is founded, introducing a new specialist player in networking and security. The launch challenges a market dominated by Atea, Conscia, and TDC’s Netdesign with a focused Cisco-first approach.
2002
Avit Established
Avit is established in the Netherlands, founded as a specialist IT services company with a strong focus on Cisco technologies.