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Custom Workspaces & Platforms — software that works the way your company does.

With our custom-built workspaces and platforms, you can streamline processes, automate tasks, and connect your existing systems. We build smart software that fits the way you work.

  • You want to improve operations with better tools
  • You want to boost sales using the right systems
  • You want to manage electronics, PCBs, or IoT devices through your own platform
  • You want to connect different systems without replacing everything
  • You want to automate workflows, reduce manual effort, and eliminate human error
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One digital layer that connects and strengthens everything.

Instead of replacing your existing software, we build around it — using smart web applications and platforms that connect systems, minimize manual work, and eliminate errors. Think of financial automation, intelligent dashboards, customer portals, or IoT environments that let you remotely control your PCBs, for example. Everything is tailored to your processes, so you can work more efficiently, reduce costs, and gain control over your digital infrastructure.

Some of our projects

Processing thousands of cars per year creates a massive administrative load. Seriously, a lot.

For Beerens, our custom-built finance automation platform streamlines the entire process, reduces human error, and saves valuable time.

Goodbye to repetitive “monkey work.” Hello to speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
Workspaces & Platforms
Airbnb doesn’t allow cameras but as a property owner or manager, you still want to know what’s going on.

Meet Guardian: a lensless sensor that tells you what’s happening in your property, helping you prevent unwanted situations and avoid unnecessary costs.
Develop Prototype
A smart water filter for the entire house.

Azulto connects via IOT, providing real-time updates on water usage and, more importantly, notifying you when the filters need to be replaced. This is a key building block for the company's MRR.

Launching in 2026.
Product Development
It doesn’t always have to be ‘’smart’’. Yes, sometimes it’s not even electronics.

Meet Badaloon. A cool furnishing brand built around operational efficiency. We created the concept, from the design and construction to manufacturing guidance. This is the newest product.

The 3D configurator will be live soon.
Product Manufacturing

From idea to reality in 6 steps

Whether you're developing a digital platform, building a physical product, or automating a process, our creative approach guides you from the initial idea to scalable implementation.
  1. Idea & Analysis:
    We map out your challenge and think strategically with you about a smart solution. This could involve a product, platform, or internal process.
  2. ‍Concept & Visualization:
    We make the idea tangible through wireframes, 3D designs, or process flows — creating a clear vision of the future together.
  3. ‍Technical Design:
    We translate the concept into a build plan: mechanical (for products), software-based (for platforms and tools), or a combination of both (hybrid products).
  4. ‍Prototype & Test Version:
    We develop a first working version — an MVP, a clickable design, or a physical prototype, depending on your project type.
  5. ‍Validation & Optimization:
    We gather feedback from the market or users. Together, we refine it toward the final version.
  6. ‍Scaling & Realization:
    We support the production or launch — whether it’s manufacturing, software deployment, or process rollout.
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Why do clients choose you?

Our strength lies in combining imagination with technical precision. We collaborate, sketch, test, improve, and build — all under one roof. This allows us to move faster, design smarter, and deliver solutions that not only work but also surprise.

Whether it’s developing new tools, building platforms, designing products, or overseeing manufacturing, with us you’ll find creative thinkers and technical makers in one team.

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Creativity

Ideation
UI/UX
Concept design
Strategy

Engineering

Software development
Mechanical design
PCB’s
Manufacturing

During our introductory meeting, we help you define clear and concrete steps to move your idea forward.

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FAQs

What exactly are workspaces & platforms?

Workspaces & platforms are custom-built digital applications designed to make processes smarter, faster, and clearer. They can be used internally (like dashboards for employees or operational tools) just as well as externally—think client portals, reseller environments, ordering platforms, or IoT management tools. We build these environments fully aligned with your workflow, use cases, and integrations. They bring information from different systems together and let users perform tasks intuitively. That way, you avoid data fragmentation, save time, and create scalability.

How quickly can you deliver a workspace or platform?

On average, between 4 and 12 weeks—depending on complexity, features, and integrations. We start with an analysis and design phase, followed by the development of a first working version. This test version is evaluated internally and adjusted based on feedback. Thanks to our experience and clear sprint structure, we can move fast without compromising on quality. We communicate proactively, so you always know the progress and planning.

Can you integrate with our existing ERP or CRM systems?

Yes. We build platforms that integrate seamlessly with your existing tools such as ERPs, CRMs, accounting packages, or other data sources. We work with APIs, webhooks, and integration platforms to enable real-time communication between systems. Whether you use SAP, Salesforce, Teamleader, or Exact Online—we ensure your platform works flawlessly with your existing software. This prevents duplicate work and centralises information in one place, resulting in more control, fewer errors, and smoother operations.

What are the benefits of having your own platform?

A custom platform fits perfectly with the unique structure, processes, and people in your organisation. You don’t have to adapt to generic software—the platform works exactly the way you want it to. That means more efficiency, less miscommunication, and better oversight. You also get full control over data, permissions, and future expansions. You can continuously adapt the platform to changing needs without starting from scratch every time. It’s scalable and sustainable.

How do I know what such a platform will cost?

The cost depends entirely on your specific needs, existing systems, and project scope. Because every platform is unique, we always start with an analysis of your needs and processes. Based on that, we provide a structured proposal with an estimate of the required hours per phase. We don’t work with fixed packages but with transparent time estimates that give you clarity upfront—before we start building. Our approach is modular and scalable, so you can grow at your own pace.

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