What Dokeos does

Dokeos is a Belgian private limited company (DOKEOS SPRL) founded in 1999, headquartered in Bierges (Wavre), Belgium, with engineering offices in Louvain-la-Neuve and a French sales presence led by Sales Director Nicolas Francannet. The company operates in the Learning Management System (LMS) software category but is positioned specifically as a compliance LMS for regulated industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, healthcare, manufacturing, training organizations, public agencies, and retail. Its platform delivers validated training with full audit trails, electronic signatures aligned with FDA 21 CFR Part 11, HIPAA-aligned healthcare training workflows, and GxP-compliant training for life sciences, supported by integrations with HRIS, TMS, and ERP systems (SAP, Salesforce, Dendreo, Ypareo, Lucca, HR Access, Skillup) and identity providers (SAML/OAuth/OpenID Connect, LDAP/Azure AD).

Dokeos's product portfolio centers on the Dokeos LMS core platform with modular add-ons: Dokeos Live (integrated video conferencing and virtual classroom), positioning tests and adaptive learning, competency management aligned with RECTEC standards, certification and attestation with expiration tracking, multi-portal architecture for multi-entity organizations, and advanced reporting and analytics. A separate Validated LMS for Clinical Trials targets sponsors, CROs, and clinical sites, while the gxp-training.com catalog supplies pre-built compliance courses. As of 2026, Dokeos integrated edtake's AI Copilot and AI Tutor via LTI 1.3, adding generative AI content authoring and 24/7 multilingual learner support in 63 languages. Leadership is founder/associate-led: Stephan Atsou as CEO, Bertrand De Praetere as COO (Managing Director), Michael Albert as CTO (appointed February 2026 after leading the 2018 platform rebuild), and Julien Paquet as CMO. No private equity or venture capital backing is disclosed; the company is cash-financed.

Dokeos monetizes through annual subscription SaaS contracts (quote-based, tiered by user count and features) bundled with professional services covering instructional design, coaching and support, digital learning strategy, and compliance/audit readiness consulting. Go-to-market combines enterprise field sales targeting regulated verticals, mid-market inside sales (primarily in France), and a self-serve free trial for lower-funnel conversion. The customer base includes over 400 enterprise and mid-market organizations spanning La Croix Rouge, Lagardère, Amer Sports, Saint-Gobain, Chubb, Ipsen, TotalEnergies, Delpharm, Vivalia, Audika, GSF, Gustave Roussy, and Keepcool, with more than 2.5 million learners trained on the platform. Geographic focus is Europe (Belgium, France) with nascent North American presence.

Name

Dokeos

Legal name

DOKEOS SPRL

Website

https://dokeos.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Dokeos is a Belgian compliance-focused Learning Management System provider serving regulated industries including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and manufacturing, with over 400 enterprise clients and 2.5 million+ learners across validated SaaS LMS and professional services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Learning Management System (LMS)

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (54), Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Management Services (8741)

akta.pro primary industry

Core LMS Platforms (Academic & Corporate) (EDAFAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Vertical/Industry-Specific LMS (e.g., Healthcare, Safety, Aviation, Government) (EDAFAAAM), LMS Integrations, Interoperability & Identity (LTI/SCORM/xAPI, SSO, APIs) (EDAFAAAI), Skills, Competency & Capability Management (Skills Frameworks, Badging within LMS) (EDAFAAAE), LMS Commerce, Licensing & Monetization (eCommerce, Subscriptions, Seat Management) (EDAFAAAK), Learning Technology & LMS/LXP Implementation (BPACANAH)

Keywords

• Learning management system
• Compliance training software
• Corporate e-learning platform
• Validated LMS solutions
• Regulated industry training

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. LMS Platform Subscription: SaaS-based Learning Management System subscription with tiered pricing based on user count and features. Access to core LMS, video conferencing, reporting, and integration capabilities.
2. Instructional Design Services: Custom e-learning course development services delivered by dedicated instructional designers for building tailored training content
3. Coaching and Support Services: Digital learning expert support to help organizations maximize LMS adoption and training effectiveness
4. Compliance & Audit Readiness Consulting: Regulatory compliance consulting services for industries with strict requirements such as pharmaceutical, healthcare, and medical devices

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Dokeos sells a SaaS-based Learning Management System (LMS) designed for regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, healthcare, medical devices, and manufacturing. The platform enables creation and management of training paths, automated certification with audit trails, skills/competency management, and is complemented by an integrated virtual classroom (Dokeos Live), a validated LMS configuration for clinical trials, and professional services for instructional design, coaching, and compliance/audit readiness.

Product overview

Dokeos is a Compliance LMS and e-learning platform primarily serving regulated industries. The core product is the Dokeos LMS platform, which offers a modular architecture comprising the core LMS, the Dokeos Live video conferencing module, a Competency Management module, a Reporting and Analytics module, a User/Roles/Teams Management module, a Positioning Tests and Adaptive Learning module, and a Certification and Attestation system. These modules are complemented by a suite of professional services (Instructional Design, Coaching and Support, Digital Learning Strategy, Compliance and Audit Readiness) and specialized verticals including a Validated LMS for Clinical Trials, GxP Training course catalog, and sector-specific solutions for healthcare (HIPAA), pharmaceuticals (GxP/FDA), medical devices, higher education, and public agencies. The platform integrates with third-party HRIS (HR Access, Lucca, Skillup), ERP (SAP), CRM (Salesforce, Zoho CRM), TMS (Dendreo, Ypareo), and identity providers (SSO/SAML, LDAP, Azure AD), and connects via LTI 1.3 to edtake's AI Copilot and AI Tutor for generative AI-assisted content creation and adaptive learner support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Dokeos Live: Virtual classroom and video conferencing solution integrated into the LMS platform for hosting online webinars and training sessions.
• gxp-training.com

Products and services

• Dokeos LMS Core Learning Management System platform enabling organizations to create training and evaluation paths for employees, clients, and partners, including course management, user and team administration, competency management, reporting and analytics, certification, and third-party system integration. Designed for regulated industries including pharmaceuticals, healthcare, medical devices, and manufacturing.
• Dokeos Live Integrated video conferencing and virtual classroom solution tailored for the training industry. Enables organizations to host online webinars and live training sessions with attendance tracking and LMS synchronization.
• Validated LMS for Clinical Trials Validated LMS instance specifically designed for clinical trial training for sponsors, CROs, and clinical sites. Provides audit trails, electronic signatures, and full regulatory traceability for GCP-compliant training.
• Instructional Design Services Professional service offering where a dedicated team of instructional designers builds custom e-learning courses and training modules for clients needing bespoke content.
• Coaching and Support Services Transformation support to turn client teams into autonomous digital learning experts, including onboarding assistance, ongoing coaching, and pedagogical guidance throughout the LMS adoption lifecycle.
• Digital Learning Strategy Services Consulting services to help organizations define learning KPIs and build strategic learning programs aligned with business objectives. Includes GEPP (Gestion des Emplois et des Parcours Professionnels) diagnostic and implementation support.
• Compliance and Audit Readiness Services Expert services to help organizations meet regulatory compliance requirements, particularly for pharmaceuticals (GxP), healthcare (HIPAA), medical devices (FDA), and financial services. Supports Qualiopi, OPCO, and DPC audit readiness.
• GxP Training Course Catalog Pre-built, off-the-shelf online training courses from expert providers, integrated into the Dokeos LMS platform. Offers high-quality courses covering regulatory, compliance, and technical topics relevant to regulated industries.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2.5 million+ learners trained on the platform
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration16 records

AI capability9 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• edtakecoreTechnology or Integration · 17 June 2026AI-powered content creation and learning companion partnership. edtake's Copilot AI creates training content from documents (PDF, video, URL) and their Tutor AI provides 24/7 learner support in 63 languages. Integration via LTI 1.3 standard allows seamless content deployment to Dokeos with automatic score and progression tracking. Claims 66% time savings on content creation and 41,000 resources created in 12 months.
• SkillupcoreTechnology or IntegrationTalent management system (TMS) integration connecting HR strategic planning with operational learning execution. Skillup covers 350+ HR transformation projects across 20 countries with 98% client retention. Dokeos integration synchronizes training data between platforms for consolidated reporting and zero duplicate data entry.
• DendreocoreTechnology or IntegrationTraining management system integration for training organizations. Enables catalog synchronization, automatic enrollment, attendance tracking, and simplified administrative management. Facilitates compliance with BPF (Bilan Pédagogique et Financier) reporting requirements.
• YpareocoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Ypareo for CFA (Apprentice Training Centers) management. Automates data entry between systems, enables single sign-on for apprentices, and synchronizes class groups and training progress tracking.
• GXP-Training.comminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPre-built compliance training course catalog available through Dokeos platform, offering high-quality online courses from industry experts.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Docebo: Docebo is a leading AI-powered LMS serving enterprise and mid-market customers globally. Both Dokeos and Docebo sell SaaS LMS platforms with integrations, certifications, and adaptive learning — Docebo is the dominant direct competitor in the segment Dokeos targets.
• TalentLMS: TalentLMS is a cloud LMS targeting SMB and mid-market with course management, certifications, and integrations. It overlaps with Dokeos's offering at the lower end of the market and competes on price-sensitive opportunities.
• Moodle: Moodle is the leading open-source LMS globally, widely used in education and increasingly in regulated environments via Moodle Workplace. It is a structural competitor for budget-conscious regulated buyers considering Dokeos.

Broad incumbents

• Cornerstone OnDemand: Cornerstone is a broad talent management suite with a large learning module serving large enterprises, including regulated industries. It competes with Dokeos in enterprise LMS deals but as part of a much wider HCM portfolio.
• SAP Litmos / SuccessFactors Learning: SAP's learning offerings (Litmos and SuccessFactors Learning) bundle LMS with broader enterprise software. Dokeos integrates with SAP but also competes with it for compliance training in pharma and manufacturing accounts.

Emerging players

• 360Learning: 360Learning is a collaborative LMS platform with strong AI authoring capabilities. It overlaps with Dokeos in mid-market and regulated enterprise segments and represents an AI-native emerging threat.
• Thought Industries: Thought Industries is an enterprise LMS focused on customer and partner training for regulated industries (life sciences, healthcare). It is an emerging niche competitor directly overlapping with Dokeos's compliance vertical positioning.
• Open LMS: Open LMS provides commercial support and hosting for Moodle-based solutions targeting enterprises and education. It competes with Dokeos for European customers evaluating open-source vs. commercial LMS in regulated contexts.
• LearnDash: LearnDash is a WordPress-based LMS popular with training organizations and content creators. It competes for some training-organization and mid-market LMS opportunities that Dokeos also targets.

Regional players

• Kallidus (Saba/Litmos UK): Kallidus is a UK-headquartered learning and talent suite serving primarily UK and European enterprise customers. It is comparable to Dokeos in vertical (regulated industries) and geographic overlap (Europe).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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