Valid

What Valid does

Valid is a privately held Dutch IT managed services provider founded in 1999 and headquartered in Eindhoven, with a secondary office in Maastricht. The company employs more than 300 certified Microsoft professionals and operates under a 'Microsoft First | Cloud First' strategy, holding Microsoft Solutions Partner designation. Its service portfolio spans managed services (full IT outsourcing), infrastructure and cloud (Azure-based and hybrid), modern work (Microsoft 365), security and compliance, IT consultancy, and license advisory. Specialized add-on offerings include managed cloud security, Cloud Security Benchmark assessments (CIS-based), Azure Cost Management, project management, and an AI Kickstart program for client AI readiness.

Valid serves enterprise and mid-market customers across five primary verticals: industry/manufacturing, business services, housing associations (woningcorporaties), finance, and real estate. Named clients include Fujifilm, NEWAYS Electronics, Royal DSM, VodafoneZiggo, AZL, RNHB, Boels, SABIC, ZOwonen, and Ambulance Care Limburg. The company is ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 27017, and ISAE 3402 Type II certified, and reports sustained customer satisfaction scores of 8+ out of 10. Its go-to-market is consultative and direct: Valid positions itself as a 'trusted advisor,' engaging clients on long-term managed services contracts supplemented by project-based consultancy. Revenue derives from recurring monthly managed service fees and project-based professional services engagements, with no public financial disclosure available.

Name

Valid

Legal name

Valid

Website

https://valid.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Valid is a Dutch IT managed services provider founded in 1999, employing 300+ Microsoft-certified professionals to deliver Azure cloud, managed services, security, modern workplace, and IT consultancy to enterprise and mid-market clients across the Netherlands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IT Managed Services

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Single Sign-On (SSO) & Federation (SAML/OIDC, Identity Providers) (HDAEAJAB)

Keywords

• Managed IT services
• Cloud infrastructure
• Microsoft solutions
• IT consultancy
• Security compliance

Headquarters

HQ city

Eindhoven

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Managed Services: Ongoing IT infrastructure management and support, including cloud management, security, and end-user experience. Delivered through dedicated service teams with continuous monitoring and optimization.
2. IT Consultancy: Advisory and implementation services for IT strategy, infrastructure optimization, cloud migration, and digital transformation projects.
3. Cloud Infrastructure Services: Design, implementation, and management of Azure-based cloud infrastructure with options for public and hybrid deployments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Valid is a Dutch IT managed services provider that delivers comprehensive IT outsourcing, cloud infrastructure, modern workplace, security and compliance, IT consultancy, and license advisory services. The company operates as a Microsoft Solutions Partner, specializing in Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Defender Suite, Power BI, and Power Platform implementations and ongoing management.

Product overview

Valid is an IT services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of managed services and technology solutions. The core offering consists of Managed Services (full IT outsourcing), Infrastructure and Cloud solutions (including Azure-based cloud infrastructure), Modern Work (flexible workplace solutions), Security & Compliance, IT Consultancy, and License services. These core services are complemented by specialized offerings including Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure management, Cloud Security Benchmark assessments, Azure Cost Management, Project Management, and AI Kickstart services for AI readiness. Valid operates as a Microsoft Solutions Partner with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Defender Suite, Power BI, and Power Platform. The company serves industries including Industry, Business Services, Housing Associations, Finance, and Real Estate. Founded in 1999, Valid employs over 300 professionals and operates from offices in Eindhoven and Maastricht, Netherlands.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Managed Services Full outsourcing of IT environment management, including monitoring, maintenance, security updates, and support, allowing clients to focus on core business activities. Targeted at organizations seeking IT outsourcing as a long-term partnership.
• Infra en Cloud (Infrastructure and Cloud) Design, implementation, and management of scalable and reliable IT infrastructure solutions, including cloud setups on Azure and hybrid environments. Targeted at organizations needing robust, scalable IT foundations.
• Modern Work Flexible and secure workplace solutions enabling employees to work anywhere, anytime, on any device while maintaining security and productivity. Targeted at organizations adopting hybrid and remote work models.
• Security & Compliance Protection of IT systems and information assets with security solutions and compliance with legal standards and regulations. Targeted at organizations needing to safeguard digital assets and meet regulatory requirements.
• IT Consultancy Expert IT consulting services to help organizations optimize IT infrastructure and IT processes. Targeted at organizations seeking strategic IT advisory and infrastructure optimization.
• Licenties (Licenses) License advisory and procurement services helping organizations find the optimal license solution for their specific needs. Targeted at organizations navigating complex Microsoft and other software license decisions.
• Cloud Security Managed cloud security services including risk analysis, CIS benchmark implementation, continuous monitoring, security automation, and incident response planning for Azure and Microsoft 365 environments. Targeted at organizations needing managed security operations.
• Cloudinfrastructuur (Cloud Infrastructure) Cloud infrastructure design and management covering hardware, compute, storage, networking, and security components, supporting public cloud and hybrid cloud models. Targeted at organizations needing end-to-end cloud infrastructure ownership.
• Cloud Security Benchmark Assessment service evaluating cloud security posture against Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks, identifying vulnerabilities and providing actionable improvement recommendations. Targeted at organizations needing a baseline security posture assessment.
• Project Management Structured project management services using methodologies including Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, SAFe, and Lean, with certified project managers delivering changes on a project basis. Targeted at organizations executing complex IT or transformation projects.
• AI Kickstart Structured approach helping organizations understand AI fundamentals, risks, and organizational frameworks before implementing AI solutions, focusing on AI literacy and awareness. Targeted at organizations beginning their AI adoption journey.
• Azure Cost Management Cloud cost optimization service helping organizations monitor Azure spending, set budgets, and identify savings through Reserved Instances and license optimization. Targeted at organizations seeking to control and reduce Azure cloud costs.
• IT Outsourcing Outsourcing of IT functions to a trusted partner, allowing organizations to focus on core business while leveraging external expertise. Targeted at organizations considering full or partial IT function outsourcing.
• Datamanagement (Data Management) Services to help organizations maximize value from their data through proper data governance, analytics, and visualization. Targeted at organizations seeking to become data-driven through Microsoft Power BI and Power Platform.
• End User Experience Focus on the end-user experience in IT support, ensuring technical issues are resolved while maintaining clear communication with users. Targeted at organizations that view IT support quality as part of employee experience.
• Succesvol veranderen (Successful Change) Change management services deploying people and solutions to realize change, improve processes, and enable digital growth from trust and collaboration. Targeted at organizations undergoing technology-driven transformation.

Quantifiable outcome

• Consistent customer satisfaction ratings of 8+ out of 10 over multiple years

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• CeleparminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Partnership with Celepar, a Brazilian state-owned IT company, in the deployment of facial recognition technology for school attendance tracking in Paraná, Brazil. Valid serves as a local implementation partner alongside Slovak company Innovatrics.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationPrimary technology partner with Microsoft First | Cloud First strategy. Valid operates as a Microsoft Solutions Partner with deep expertise in Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Defender Suite, Power BI, and Power Platform. The partnership involves comprehensive integration capabilities and joint solution development.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Wortell: Dutch Microsoft-focused managed services and cloud provider headquartered in the Netherlands. Direct competitor in Azure and Microsoft 365 managed services for the Dutch mid-market.
• Motion10: Dutch IT services company specializing in Microsoft technologies including Azure, Dynamics, and Power Platform. Direct peer competing for the same Dutch Microsoft-centric enterprise clients.
• InSpark: Netherlands-based Microsoft Azure specialist and managed services provider. Direct peer in cloud infrastructure, security, and modern workplace services for Dutch enterprises.
• Ensior: Dutch IT services and consulting firm providing managed services, cloud, and workplace solutions. Comparable in size and target market to Valid, operating in the Netherlands.

Broad incumbents

• Avanade: Global largest pure-play Microsoft partner (joint venture between Accenture and Microsoft). Broader incumbent competing for larger Microsoft-led transformation deals that Valid's mid-size positioning cannot pursue.
• Sopra Steria: European IT services group that acquired Dutch IT services firm Ordina. Operates broadly across digital transformation, cloud, and managed services in the Benelux region, overlapping with Valid's target market.
• Capgemini: Global IT services and consulting firm with a significant Netherlands presence. Competes for cloud, managed services, and digital transformation engagements, particularly at the upper end of Valid's market.
• Accenture: Global professional services firm with extensive cloud and Microsoft practice in the Netherlands. Represents the upper-bound competitive threat for larger transformation deals.
• CGI: Global IT and business consulting services firm with operations in the Netherlands. Competes in managed IT services, cloud, and application management for enterprise and public sector clients.

Regional players

• KPN (Enterprise / IT Services division): Dutch telecommunications incumbent with enterprise IT services and cloud offerings. Competes with Valid in the Dutch market for managed services, connectivity, and cloud infrastructure for mid-market and enterprise clients.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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