23.06.2026 • News

Realignment of the Supply Chain Software Business: ifm Strengthens the Gib Brand

The ifm Group is restructuring its supply chain-oriented software business and consolidating the operations of ifm business solutions and Gib S & D into a standalone unit under the Gib brand

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Björn Dunkel, Managing Director of ifm business solutions.
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ifm remains the sole owner and will support the company in the future as a financial investor. The market launch of the newly formed Gib is scheduled for early October 2026.

The goal of the spin-off is to enable more focused development of supply chain management solutions outside of ifm’s core business. Gib is clearly positioning itself as a software company for intelligent supply chain solutions in the SAP environment. Development, consulting, support, and sales will be consolidated into a single organization to shorten decision-making processes, accelerate innovation cycles, and provide more direct support to customers. For existing customers, contact persons, contracts, and services will remain unchanged, while faster decision-making and closer collaboration are anticipated.

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ifm electronic gmbh

Friedrichstr. 1
45128 Essen
Germany

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