ForesServices

What ForesServices does

ForesServices, s. r. o. is a Bratislava-headquartered IT services company founded in 1996 (originally as EXE IT, later renamed BSP Applications and then ForesServices in 2016 under the Fores Technology Group umbrella). The firm operates as a private, founder-led Slovak limited liability company with a wholly owned software subsidiary, ForesApps, s. r. o. Its service portfolio spans custom software development (web, mobile, and desktop core systems), Microsoft 365 / Power Platform low-code app development, IT infrastructure (consultation, migration to M365/Azure, security, backup), and 24/7 multilingual IT support delivered in English, German, Czech, and Slovak. Its proprietary product suite — FactoryFlow (production visualization), ClaimsFlow (complaint management), Contract Management, Document Management, Task Management, Onboarding, Risk Management, Absences, AI ForesXtractor, and AI ForesXpack — is offered both as part of bespoke engagements and via subscription-style licensing.

The company targets medium and large enterprises across European verticals including logistics, automotive, manufacturing, energy, banking, insurance, and government, and its named customer base includes DPD Group, Volkswagen Slovakia, BEL Fromageries, STRABAG Property and Facility Services, E.ON, Takenaka Corporation, Bekaert, Danfoss, Magna International, Mondi, Generali, and Slovenská sporiteľňa, as well as the National Council of the Slovak Republic. Pricing is project-based, with low-code Power Platform applications starting around 10,000 EUR (deliverable in roughly 1 month), custom software projects from 20,000 EUR (first version typically within 3 months), and consulting at 1,000 EUR per man-day. Distribution is direct enterprise sales through account managers and business development managers, supported by content marketing, social media, industry events, and Microsoft partner co-sell motion.

The go-to-market is anchored by multi-decade client relationships — Volkswagen Slovakia (since 1997), E.ON (since 2007), and the National Council of the Slovak Republic (since 1996) — and by certifications including ISO 9001 (2006), ISO/IEC 27001 (2015), TISAX (2024), and ISO/IEC 20000-1 (2025). Technology stack centers on Microsoft 365, Azure, Angular, React, Python, C#, JavaScript, .NET, SQL, Kubernetes, and Elastic, with system integrations extending to JD Edwards ERP (via BUDaH API) and AEB customs APIs. Revenue is not publicly disclosed; the firm operates with 51–100 employees across Slovakia, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Germany, the Czech Republic, Austria, and Belgium, with proprietary modules deployed in 30+ countries.

Name

ForesServices

Legal name

ForesServices, s. r. o.

Website

https://fores.group

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ForesServices is a Bratislava-based IT services firm founded in 1996 that delivers custom software, Microsoft 365, IT infrastructure, and 24/7 managed support to medium and large European enterprises across logistics, automotive, manufacturing, energy, and government verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Enterprise IT Services

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (5415), Computer Facilities Management Services (541513)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming Services (7371), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Helpdesk & End-User Support Services (BPAEABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

IT Incident, Problem & Change Management Platforms (HDAEALAI), IT Knowledge Management & Service Desk Platforms (HDAEALAH), Software/Application Support (SaaS, Enterprise Apps) (BPAAACAC)

Keywords

• Custom software development
• Microsoft 365 services
• IT infrastructure management
• Enterprise IT support
• Cloud migration services

Headquarters

HQ city

Bratislava

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Software Development: Tailored software development services for enterprise clients, including web, mobile, and desktop applications with custom core systems. Projects typically range from 20K EUR for custom development to 10K EUR for low-code solutions.
2. Microsoft 365 Services: Power Platform low-code app development, SharePoint solutions, Power BI reports and dashboards, Intranet and Portal solutions, Document and Content Management Systems.
3. IT Infrastructure Services: Consultation, analysis, audit, design, implementation, management, backup, security, support, migration to M365, Azure, optimization, virtualization and cloud solutions.
4. IT Support Services: 24/7 multilingual support with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd level Service Level Agreements, available in ENG, GER, CZ, SK languages.
5. Workshops and Consulting: Expert guidance and consultation services available from 1000 EUR per Man Day.
6. Product Licensing: Proprietary products including ClaimsFlow, FactoryFlow, AI ForesXtractor, AI ForesXpack, Contract Management, Document Management, Task Management, Onboarding, Risk Management, and Absences management systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

ForesServices delivers end-to-end IT services for medium and large enterprises, including custom application and core-system development, Microsoft 365 services built on the Power Platform, SharePoint and Power BI, IT infrastructure services covering cloud, migration and management, and 24/7 multilingual IT support. Alongside services, the company sells a portfolio of proprietary products — ClaimsFlow, FactoryFlow, AI ForesXtractor, AI ForesXpack, Contract Management, Document Management, Task Management, Onboarding, Risk Management, and Absences — and operates a VUE certification testing center.

Product overview

ForesServices offers a portfolio of specialized software products for manufacturing, industry, and administrative sectors. The product lineup includes FactoryFlow (production visualization system), AI ForesXpack (automatic anomaly detection), AI ForesXtractor (data extraction from Excel), ClaimsFlow (complaint management), Contract Management (agreement lifecycle), Document Management (centralization and automation), Task Management, Onboarding (HR digital tool), Risk Management, and Absences (attendance management). The company also provides software development, Microsoft 365/Power Platform solutions, IT infrastructure, and IT support services. With over 30 years of experience, ForesServices serves clients across logistics (including DPD), automotive (Volkswagen Slovakia), and manufacturing sectors, delivering custom enterprise systems, process automation, and AI-powered solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Software Development Project-based design, development and delivery of custom applications and core business systems for medium and large enterprise clients, spanning requirements, implementation, integration and ongoing enhancement.
• Microsoft 365 Services Consulting, implementation, customization and support services for Microsoft 365, including Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate), SharePoint and Power BI solutions for enterprise customers.
• IT Infrastructure Services End-to-end IT infrastructure services including cloud migration, deployment, and ongoing management of server, network and cloud environments for enterprise clients.
• 24/7 IT Support Round-the-clock, multilingual IT support services providing continuous helpdesk, incident response and end-user assistance to enterprise customers.
• VUE Certification Testing Authorized delivery of Pearson VUE certification exams, enabling IT professionals and corporate candidates to sit for industry certifications at the company's Bratislava facility.
• Workshops and Consulting Structured workshops and consulting engagements that advise enterprise clients on IT strategy, Microsoft 365 adoption, and process improvement.
• ClaimsFlow Proprietary software product for managing claims workflows, typically deployed in insurance or claims-heavy enterprise environments.
• FactoryFlow Proprietary software product designed to manage factory or production-line workflows for manufacturing and operations-focused enterprises.
• AI ForesXtractor AI-powered product that extracts structured data and information from documents and unstructured sources for enterprise document processing.
• AI ForesXpack AI-driven proprietary product pack that bundles knowledge and workflow tooling for enterprise deployments.
• Contract Management Proprietary software product for managing the lifecycle of contracts — drafting, approval, tracking and renewal — within enterprise environments.
• Document Management Proprietary software product for organizing, storing and controlling enterprise documents and records.
• Task Management Proprietary software product for assigning, tracking and managing tasks and workflows across teams.
• Onboarding Proprietary software product that streamlines employee or customer onboarding processes for enterprises.
• Risk Management Proprietary software product for identifying, assessing and tracking enterprise risks across business processes.
• Absences Proprietary software product for tracking, approving and managing employee absences and time-off within enterprise HR processes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Manual workload reduced from 3 days to 15 minutes per week for DPD Netherlands management team through Power Platform solutions
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability6 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• DPD GroupflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Strategic partnership to provide and support core system for processing and delivery of shipments. Long-term partnership since 2018 delivering ODS system modules across multiple EU countries.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationMicrosoft Partner with ISV (Independent Software Vendor) status. Deep integration capabilities across Microsoft 365, Azure, Power Platform, SharePoint, Power BI, and related Microsoft technologies. Certifications and specializations in Microsoft solutions.
• Volkswagen SlovakiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOver 25 years of partnership delivering digital transformation, process optimization, and ongoing support across back-office operations and manufacturing.
• E.ONcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership since 2007 delivering large-scale infrastructure projects with focus on migration, standardization, and long-term IT support to optimize operations.
• AmCham SlovakiaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAmerican Chamber of Commerce membership in Slovakia, participating in business events and networking opportunities.
• SKYROminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the first AI high school in Europe for educational outreach, presentations on Edge AI and practical AI implementation, and engaging with future IT talent.
• Takenaka CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading Japanese architecture, engineering and construction company with 400+ years of history. Development of risk management solution to oversee projects in Europe.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Capgemini: Global IT services and consulting leader with major presence in Europe, providing enterprise IT services, cloud transformation, and managed services. Represents the strategic-tier competition for enterprise IT contracts.
• Slalom: Global consulting firm with strong Microsoft partnership and focus on digital transformation, cloud, and Microsoft 365 services. Comparable in service offerings but with larger scale and brand.
• Ness Czech: Czech-based IT services and consulting firm with comparable offerings in custom software development, managed services, and Microsoft-based solutions. Similar mid-market enterprise focus in Central Europe.
• Asseco Central Europe: Larger IT services and software provider operating across Central and Eastern Europe with similar enterprise IT solutions, custom software, and Microsoft stack services. Broader scope and scale than ForesServices but overlapping customer segments.
• Unicorn: Czech IT services and solutions provider focused on enterprise software, Microsoft technologies, and large-scale IT projects. Comparable in customer base and Microsoft stack depth.
• Accenture: Global IT services giant with significant presence in Central Europe, providing enterprise IT transformation, managed services, and Microsoft solutions. Direct competition for larger enterprise deals.
• Avanade: Joint venture between Accenture and Microsoft, exclusively focused on Microsoft technology services. Represents the upper-tier competition for Microsoft-focused IT services providers across Europe.

Direct peers

• Adastra: Central European IT consulting and services firm specializing in data, AI, and custom software solutions for enterprise clients. Comparable in size, geographic focus, and emphasis on data-driven solutions.
• Profinit EU: Czech/Slovak IT services firm specializing in custom software development, data analytics, and Microsoft-based solutions for enterprise clients. Closely comparable in size and portfolio.
• Soitron: Slovak-based IT services company of similar size, offering managed IT services, IT support, custom software development, and Microsoft solutions across Central Europe. Directly comparable in scale, geography, and service portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ForesTechnologyGroup
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/foresservices
• Instagraminstagram.com/fores_group

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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