Stronger together: added value for you through the merger of Fischer and Quanos
More innovation through combined expertise
The merger of Fischer and Quanos allows our collective expertise to directly inform further product development. For our customers this means:
New features, practical improvements, and technological trends such as artificial intelligence are available seamlessly and more quickly
Thanks to pooled AI expertise within the Quanos Group, your content processes are given fresh impetus—from automated keywording to intelligent information flows
Those who migrate today will benefit in the long term from the digitalization power of two innovation leaders, keeping their technology constantly one step ahead
Extended network of experts
Thanks to our pooled expert knowledge in the areas of technical documentation, aftersales, and service, our customers benefit from comprehensive support:
An expanded network of specialists and an efficient support team provide personalized advice, fast response times, and efficient project implementation
We make available a wide range of knowledge in different forms such as white papers, blog posts, and podcasts, which not only addresses current industry topics, but also provides in-depth insights into Quanos products
Strong customer community & industry networks
A varied program of events gives our customers access to a strong network of experts, users, and partners:
Including the digital Smart Information NetworQ, Quanos Connect, or the tcworld annual conference
As part of an active and growing community, Fischer customers always have their finger on the pulse, learn about new product developments at an early stage, and benefit from valuable insights and innovations
Sharing knowledge is encouraged and new developments are made viable. This enables faster access to current trends and technologies and supports the continuous improvement of our own processes
The best of both worlds — an expanded product portfolio for you
Machine and plant manufacturers have been relying on the expertise of Quanos and Fischer for over 40 years. With our innovative software solutions, we are consistently driving forward digitalization in technical documentation, aftersales, and service. Rely on strong partners to make your information processes more efficient, smarter, and future-proof.
TIM
Content Delivery
TIM Content Delivery remains a proven solution for our existing customers.
However, if you want to systematically evolve how you provide digital information, Quanos InfoTwin is the right solution for you.
Databrain
Sherlock
Sherlock is still the individual information platform solution for our existing customers.
For new data management projects, we’ll be using Quanos InfoTwin—the platform of the future.
From TIM to ST4—new approaches to technical writing
The first customers have already successfully taken the plunge, including KNAPP. The international automation specialist has future-proofed its technical writing processes by switching from TIM to SCHEMA ST4.
Not only did the migration open up new possibilities with an extended range of functions, but it also created the basis for simple and efficient process automation and improved information connectivity.
Read our detailed success story to find out how KNAPP managed the transition, what advantages the company sees in ST4, and what is important during the migration process.
FAQs on the merger of Fischer and Quanos
For existing Fischer customers, little will change initially. You can continue to use your existing solutions and we will still support them. All contracts concluded with Fischer will of course remain valid. At the same time, the merger opens up new possibilities, in particular through access to Quanos’ expanded product portfolio. This gives you the opportunity to gradually switch to modern, future-oriented solutions such as SCHEMA ST4 or Quanos InfoTwin—at your own pace and in line with your own needs.
The former Fischer product portfolio will no longer be available to new customers. With Quanos solutions, we offer a comprehensive, future-proof platform for technical documentation, information management, and aftersales service that is powerful, interconnected, and ready for the requirements of tomorrow.
SCHEMA ST4 is a powerful component content management system that has been specially designed so users can efficiently create technical documentation. It optimizes the entire content creation process, saves costs in many areas, and is one of the most established solutions in the field of technical communication.
—Make service information available with easeWith Quanos SIS.one, you can create spare parts catalogs and service information systems in no time. The software networks and centralizes service-relevant information and makes it available around the clock via an intuitive interface. Your aftersales and service processes thus become more efficient, higher quality, and more cost-effective.
—Intelligent data networking in the cloudQuanos InfoTwin is a modular cloud solution that intelligently combines spare parts information, service documents, and technical documentation. It helps you find exactly the information you need—whether that’s the right spare part, detailed instructions, or information on maintenance requirements—to make your aftersales service smooth and fit for the future.
—Smart support for your processesThe plusmeta platform brings artificial intelligence to your processes to boost speed and efficiency. Many work steps can be automated and simplified through direct integration into the Quanos products. An example is ST4 AI Jetpack, which enhances SCHEMA ST4 with intelligent functions and makes your authoring work even smarter.
The Quanos Group contains Quanos Solutions GmbH, plusmeta GmbH, and now also the former Fischer Information Technology
Interested parties and new customers can contact us via the central
on the Quanos website, or alternatively by email, phone, or by making an appointment with our team.Existing Fischer customers will retain their usual contacts. Of course, the Quanos team is also available to support you at any time. Please do not hesitate to contact us directly if you have any questions.
You can access TIM support at the following link:
http://support.fischer-information.com
Achieving more together—Fischer & Quanos
„For many years, our focus at Fischer has been on reliability and cooperation based on partnership, and this will continue to be the case in the future. With Quanos, our customers gain one thing above all: security and longevity. At the same time, we are both gaining innovative strength, allowing us to provide cloud or AI solutions more quickly in future. The most important thing to note is that our mission remains unchanged: to make information easy for people to use, only now with even more innovative power.“
Rainer Börsig CTO at Fischer | Business Development at Quanos
„With the merger of Fischer and Quanos, continuity and future prospects go hand in hand. Fischer's long-standing customers remain a central part of our strategy. Joining the Quanos Group opens up new opportunities for them with an expanded portfolio, modern technologies, and sustainable innovations. At the same time, we will ensure that customer focus, reliability, and expertise are maintained in the future“
Nikolaus Scholz CEO
More solutions. More potential. More for you.
Fischer—A look back, a step forward
For over three decades, Fischer has stood for high-performance software solutions for technical documentation and information management. With its TIM content management system, Fischer has supported numerous industrial companies, simplified processes, and played a key role in shaping the quality of technical communication.
In 2025, Fischer joined the Quanos Group—a merger that pools strengths and opens up new horizons. Together we are shaping the future of digital technical communication.
Our new strength is also evident from the Quanos partner network, as some long-standing Fischer partners are already part of the Quanos partner ecosystem. What’s more, Quanos offers a broad network of specialized partners for consulting, implementation, and further development to suit your requirements.
