Devoteam, a leading digital consultancy firm, with over 30 years of tech-native expertise, accelerates digital transformation through innovative Cloud, Data, Cybersecurity, and AI solutions.
Devoteam announces the appointment of Christiano Knott as Vice President of the Microsoft Business Unit — a strategic hire that strengthens our Microsoft partnership and reinforces our commitment to delivering AI-powered solutions across the region..
Christiano Knott brings extensive experience, with over 25 years of experience in technology and consulting in the Microsoft ecosystem. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated proven leadership in driving business growth, developing strategic partnerships, and delivering innovative technology solutions across diverse industry sectors including finance, retail, manufacturing and healthcare.
Within the Devoteam Group, Christiano Knott will be responsible for accelerating Devoteam’s partnership with Microsoft, developing new business opportunities, and leading initiatives that align with Devoteam’s ambitious “Amplify” growth strategy.
His appointment comes at a pivotal time as Devoteam seeks to strengthen its position as a preferred Microsoft Partner and expand its market presence across EMEA. With over 1,200 dedicated experts across 20 countries, Devoteam is one of the leading Microsoft partners in the areas of Azure, Data, AI, and Cybersecurity.
“I am delighted that Christiano is joining us and strengthening our global management team. He is a recognised leader and has proven himself across multiple global technology and consulting companies. Microsoft is central to our Cloud strategy and Christiano will continue reinforcing our position as a globally managed leading partner across EMEA. ”
Stanislas de Bentzmann
Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Devoteam
“I’m excited to join Devoteam and contribute to its strong partnership with Microsoft. Devoteam’s reputation as a preferred Microsoft Partner across EMEA, combined with its commitment to innovation and client success, creates tremendous opportunities for growth and value creation. Strong technological expertise is at the heart of Devoteam’s DNA, and I look forward to leveraging this foundation to drive our Microsoft partnership to new heights.”
Christiano Knott
Vice President of the Microsoft Business Unit of Devoteam
As our customers, such as VLAIO, Ardian and Cellnex, are increasingly focusing on transformation around AI, Microsoft Copilot, and Agents. Devoteam’s strong combined expertise in AI and Microsoft products positions us to help clients accelerate their digital transformation initiatives and harness the power of artificial intelligence to drive business innovation.
About Devoteam
Devoteam is a premium consultancy firm driving digital business and transformation through innovative technology.
Tech native for over 30 years, we deliver lasting results in Cloud, Data, Cyber and AI for industries and public institutions across EMEA.
At Devoteam, tech entrepreneurship is at the core of our values, fostering our spirit as a learning company. Within this culture, we attract and train top professionals, creating high talent density across our 11,000 specialists. Strong partnerships have always been central to our DNA, which is why we collaborate closely with both well-known tech giants and emerging innovative startups. This ecosystem enables us to provide long-lasting solutions that help clients lead in their industries.
About Devoteam’s Microsoft Business Unit:
Devoteam is a preferred Microsoft Partner for Premium Consulting, Solutions & Managed Services across EMEA. With a team of over 1200 Microsoft Experts, 6 solution designations and 18 advanced specialisations, Devoteam is the go-to Expert Azure MSP Partner.