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What is Demitas?

Demitas SRL is a South Tyrolean technology company specializing in AI integration, end-to-end automation, data engineering, and custom software development. We empower organizations — ranging from mid-sized regional leaders to large-scale enterprises — to optimize operations through data-driven systems. Our core expertise covers the entire lifecycle of a project: from initial process analysis and architectural design to the engineering and maintenance of production-grade AI and automation systems.

What is Intelligent Automation?

Intelligent Automation is our approach of combining classic business-process automation with applied AI. Instead of automating only simple, rule-based tasks, we add machine learning and AI models where it creates measurable value. This includes intelligent document processing, data extraction, anomaly detection, forecasting, and AI-assisted workflows, allowing automation to handle judgment rather than just repetition.

What services does Demitas offer?

We offer five core pillars of technical excellence:

Strategic Process Automation: We identify and automate manual, repetitive workflows — from data entry and reporting to approval chains and system integrations — while uncovering opportunities for entirely new automated processes. This leads to less human error, more speed, and immediate ROI.

Data Pipelines & Analytics: We build the infrastructure that makes your data usable: automated pipelines that collect, clean, and deliver data to dashboards, decision support systems, and decision-makers. We cover everything from production sensors to BI dashboards, ensuring your data is connected and reliable.

Applied Machine Learning & AI: We engineer applied AI systems — spanning intelligent document processing, advanced data extraction, and anomaly detection — to perform reliably under real-world conditions. We help companies implement Large Language Models (LLMs) and custom AI agents into existing workflows, integrating intelligence exactly where it drives measurable impact.

Software Engineering & Architecture: Our purpose-built software solutions — spanning custom APIs, full-scale web applications, and hardware integrations — prioritize high quality and thoughtful architectural design. We treat your code as a core business asset, not a temporary utility.

Technical Consulting & Discovery Workshops: We pair strategic technical consulting with structured Discovery Workshops to scope new initiatives, assess your automation maturity, and identify quick wins. You receive a prioritized roadmap with concrete next steps for your digital transformation.

Where is Demitas based, and who do you work with?

We are based in Ortisei (Urtijëi / St. Ulrich), South Tyrol, Italy. We work with companies of all sizes — from regional market leaders to large enterprises — both on-site and through remote collaboration.

Which industries does Demitas serve?

We have hands-on experience in manufacturing, banking, energy, media, and tourism. Our approach transfers well across sectors because the underlying challenges — manual workflows, disconnected data, and the need for scalable software architecture — are common to all of them.

In which languages does Demitas work?

We work fluently in English, German, and Italian, reflecting South Tyrol's trilingual business environment. Communication, technical documentation, and source code are delivered in the language that best suits your team's internal standards.

How does the Discovery Workshop work?

The Discovery Workshop is where the technical work begins. During the workshop, we map your current workflows, identify bottlenecks, and quantify the cost of manual work. You walk away with a prioritized roadmap and concrete next steps — even if you decide not to work with us.

What funding is available for digitalization in South Tyrol?

The Autonomous Province of Bolzano heavily subsidizes digitalization and innovation project costs through various grant programs. We point our clients toward the right programs and contacts so that eligible AI integration and automation work can be co-financed.

Who founded Demitas?

Demitas was founded by Daniel Demetz and Daniel Mahlknecht:

Daniel Demetz: A physicist turned software engineer with a background in machine-learning research at Fraunhofer IAIS. He served as AI Integration Lead at BTV Bank and Team Lead for Digital Engineering at PsaierEnergies before co-founding Demitas.

Daniel Mahlknecht: A specialist in embedded and full-stack software development with a background in physics and professional audio production, focused on building reliable and well-designed software architectures.

How do I start a project with Demitas?

We keep onboarding brief and focused on technical alignment. Our process adapts to your project's maturity: if your requirements are already defined, we move directly to a technical requirement analysis to define the project scope. If your idea is still in the conceptual phase, we start with a brief introductory call to explore the potential. A Discovery Workshop follows only when deep-dive mapping is required to ensure ROI and technical feasibility. To begin, email info@demitas.io or use our contact form.