HISTORY
The creation and development of the QGroup
Founded in 1993 by Thomas Blumenthal, QGroup began at a time of fundamental technological change. Driven by a childhood fascination with computers that was awakened on a Sinclair ZX 81, a lifelong dedication to technology followed, which eventually manifested itself in the creation of a company that is now known as a force to be reckoned with in the field of cybersecurity.
QGroup's early focus on military security systems with the PitBull® Trusted Operating System (now owned by General Dynamics) since 1997 established the company as a competent player in a demanding field. The QTrust server, introduced in 2000 for Deutsche Bahn, demonstrated the company's potential to develop and provide customized security solutions.
In 2001, QGroup filed a patent application for »global load balancing via DNS«. This patent is proof of QGroup's innovative strength, even though similar technologies already existed in the industry.
The following years saw continued innovation such as QTrust 2go (three-factor authentication) in 2008, the acquisition of Argus Systems Group (the then company behind PitBull® ) by General Dynamics in 2012, making QGroup the European PitBull® , and the introduction of a cyberimmune system based on reactive security. QGroup's status as a »Center of Excellence« by General Dynamics was recognition of its continuous pursuit of technological excellence.
The expansion of business activities to include reactive security from 2013 reflects an awareness that effective security must not only be preventative, but also reactive. The introduction of the Mobile Incident Response Centers from 2020 demonstrates the desire to enable rapid and autonomous responses to security incidents.
With the move to the QGroup Base in Wehrheim in 2022 and the opening of the QGroup Forum two years later, the company is demonstrating its commitment to creating space for innovation and fostering community.
The relocation of the company headquarters to Wehrheim and the establishment of the QGroup Forum in 2024 mark the company's latest expansion course. QGroup's thirtieth anniversary in 2023 symbolizes not only the company's longevity, but also its ability to adapt to the changing conditions of the cybersecurity market and grow steadily.
The history of the QGroup is characterized by determination, adaptability and a consistent focus on quality and innovation. It is the foundation for today's company, which has made the protection and safety of its customers its main task.
Milestones
1993
Foundation of QGroup GmbH
by Thomas Blumenthal
1997
Entry into military
security with PitBull®
2000
Development and delivery
of the QTrust Server
to Deutsche Bahn
2001
Participation in the
further development of the
»Global Loadbalancing via DNS«
2008
Development of QTrust 2go/ID
2012
Takeover of the Argus Systems Group
by General Dynamics - Group becomes
exclusive PitBull® partner for Europe
2013
Strategic addition
of the reactive security
2015
Integration of Incident Response
into the product portfolio
2018
Establishment of the first
situation center and SecOps
2020
Commissioning of the first M.I.R.C.
(Mobile Incident Response Center)
2021
Construction and deployment of a second M.I.R.C.
according to own requirements
2021
Recognition as
qualified APT-Responder
service provider by the BSI
2022
Relocation to the QGroup Base
in Wehrheim
2023
30th anniversary of the company
2024
Opening of the
QGroup Event & Training
Center »Forum« in Wehrheim