Every two years, the Scientific Society for Management and Consulting (WGMB) presents the "Hidden Champion of the Consulting Market" award. Thanks to its distinctive expertise, ranging from classic data science to innovative AI methods, d-fine has once again impressed in the "Data & Analytics" category.
The projects relating to data platforms, AI, self-service BI, streaming, CI/CD, metadata and governance solutions, and even the establishment of neutral data trustees in accordance with the European Data Act, convinced the jury.
"The topic of digital sovereignty has been on everyone's lips since well before 2025. At d-fine, we deliver world-class AI, data and infrastructure made in Europe. For us, this award is both an incentive and a responsibility to continue on our path," explains Dr Egbert Schark, founding partner of d-fine.
The Hidden Champions are considered the oldest seal of quality for consulting firms in Germany. Nomination is based exclusively on recommendations from an independent panel of experts from academia and industry. Proactive applications are not possible. The decisive factor for placement is a positive customer vote, which is obtained through structured surveys conducted by Prof. Fink's team.
With over 1,500 experts with academic backgrounds in physics, mathematics, computer science and other quantitative fields of study, d-fine ranks among the top three consulting firms in Germany according to the Lünendonk list and is a leader in the field of data science.
About d-fine:
d-fine is a European consulting firm focused on analytical and quantitative challenges and the development of sustainable technological solutions. The combination of over 1,500 employees with a strong scientific background and many years of practical experience enables us to provide tailor-made, efficient and reliable solutions for more than five hundred clients from every sector of the economy and public sector.
