L’Etabli Informatique

What L’Etabli Informatique does

L'Etabli Informatique is a privately-held French SARL founded in 2000 and headquartered in Les Essarts, Vendée, providing IT solutions and services to small and medium construction businesses (artisans, masons, tilers, roofers, carpenters) primarily in the Vendée, Maine-et-Loire, and Loire-Atlantique departments. The company's portfolio spans four pillars: (i) IT hardware and networking — procurement, installation, VPN/server deployment, and remote or on-site support; (ii) commercial management software — acting as a certified specialist and reseller for Sage Apibâtiment (Batigest), EBP Compta and EBP Paye Bâtiment, Sage Comptabilité, Sage Paye, DesignCad, and distributing its own GesQuo planning/workload tool; (iii) custom software development built on PCSoft's WinDev/WebDev, including bespoke Windows applications, mobile/tablet field tools, Excel integration modules, and Batigest custom reports; and (iv) professional services covering installation, configuration, training, maintenance contracts, and website design (notably for CAPEB Vendée members).

The business model combines hardware resale (low-margin), software licensing and update subscriptions (recurring), professional services (project-based), and bespoke development (high-margin, project-based). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The go-to-market is direct sales-led, with a consultative approach, supplemented by industry trade shows (e.g., LMCR Cholet 2013), in-office product demonstrations, and partnership channels through CAPEB Vendée and software publishers (Sage, EBP, PCSoft). The company operates as a micro-SME with 1-10 employees, integrates with supplier tariff databases (LMCR, UAB, COVAP, Cédéo, Routhiau) and Excel/Edisys for estimating, and ensures regulatory compliance updates for clients (FEC, CICE tax credit, TVA changes, payroll regulations specific to the French building trade).

Name

L’Etabli Informatique

Legal name

SARL L'Etabli Informatique

Website

https://letabli.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

L'Etabli Informatique is a French SARL IT services firm founded in 2000 in Les Essarts, Vendée, providing hardware, software (Batigest, Sage, EBP, GesQuo), custom development, and support to SMB construction artisans in western France.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IT Services for Construction Trades

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming Services (7371), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Enterprise Architecture & IT Operating Model (BPAHAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Software Engineering & Application Development Training (Languages, Frameworks, Testing) (BPAEANAI), Business Intelligence, Reporting & Visualization Services (BPAEAHAD), Systems Engineering & Technical Program Management (BPAHAIAI)

Keywords

• Construction IT services
• Construction management software
• Custom software development
• IT infrastructure support
• Business accounting software

Headquarters

HQ city

Les Essarts

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. IT Hardware & Networking Sales: Sale of professional computer hardware, servers, workstations, networking equipment, peripherals, and UPS devices. The company selects and resells products from major brands known for reliability and quality after-sales support.
2. Software Resale & Licensing (Batigest, Sage, EBP): Resale of commercial software licenses (Batigest/Sage Apibâtiment, EBP Compta, EBP Paye, DesignCad) to construction professionals, including initial purchase, annual updates, and support contracts.
3. Professional Services (Implementation, Training, Support): Charged services including software installation, configuration, staff training, and ongoing telephone/remote technical assistance. The company offers maintenance and support contracts providing guaranteed response times and remote or on-site incident resolution.
4. Custom Software Development: Design and development of bespoke Windows applications and mobile/tablet solutions tailored to the specific workflows of individual construction companies, using WinDev/WebDev. Services include requirements analysis, custom report development, and Excel integration modules.
5. Website Design & Development: Creation of internet websites for construction companies, including a dedicated offer for CAPEB Vendée members. Examples include sites for Gilbert Maçonnerie, SignaBois Luc Aucoin, and Eco Rénovation Thermique.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

L'Etabli Informatique provides IT solutions tailored to construction industry professionals (artisans, masons, tilers, carpenters, plumbers, electricians), including hardware and network equipment, vertical construction management software (Batigest, GesQuo), accounting and payroll applications (Sage, EBP), CAD tools (DesignCad), custom in-house software development on WinDev/WebDev platforms, training, and ongoing technical support. The company serves as a one-stop IT partner for small construction businesses, integrating software resale with custom development and local service delivery.

Product overview

L'Etabli Informatique offers a portfolio of products and services centered on IT solutions for construction industry professionals. The core product offering consists of Batigest Standard/Evolution, a construction management software for estimates, invoicing, and project tracking; GesQuo, a planning and workload management tool; and EBP Compta accounting software. The company also resells and supports Sage products including Sage Comptabilité and Sage Paye, as well as EBP Paye Bâtiment for payroll and DesignCad Pro 8000 for CAD work. Additional services include custom software development using WinDev/WebDev, hardware and network infrastructure services, and training. The products are designed to work together, with features such as data import from Excel, integration with tariff supplier databases, and connectivity between estimates, projects, and accounting modules.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GesQuo: Planning and work-load management software for building professionals, including planning, work-load charts, and time tracking.
• LEI (abbreviation used in logo)

Products and services

• Batigest Standard / Batigest Evolution Construction trade management software (BTP) for artisans and small construction firms, covering project tracking, customer management, and BTP-specific back-office workflows. Resold and customized by L'Etabli Informatique with proprietary extensions.
• GesQuo Planning and quote management software tailored for construction trades, enabling artisans to manage estimates, project planning, and follow-up. Provided by L'Etabli Informatique with custom integration.
• Sage Comptabilité i7 Accounting software for SMBs, resold and supported by L'Etabli Informatique, suitable for small construction firms needing general-purpose accounting.
• Sage Paye Payroll management software for SMBs, resold and supported by L'Etabli Informatique, used by small construction firms to process payroll.
• EBP Compta Accounting software from EBP, resold and supported by L'Etabli Informatique, suitable for small businesses including construction trades.
• EBP Paye Bâtiment Construction-specific payroll software from EBP, tailored for BTP firms with BTP collective-convention payroll rules. Resold and supported by L'Etabli Informatique.
• DesignCad Pro 8000 2D/3D CAD software for design and drafting, resold and supported by L'Etabli Informatique, used by construction professionals for technical drawings.
• Custom Software Development Services Custom application development services using WinDev, WebDev, and WinDev Mobile environments, including proprietary extensions and enhancements to third-party platforms such as Batigest, plus bespoke tools for construction industry clients. Targeted at SMBs needing tailored back-office solutions.
• Hardware and Network Services Supply of IT hardware (computers, peripherals) and design, deployment, and maintenance of network infrastructure for small construction businesses. Targeted at construction SMBs needing turnkey IT setup.
• Training and Technical Support On-site and remote training and technical support services for the software and hardware solutions sold by L'Etabli Informatique, targeted at construction SMB users who require hand-holding during deployment and adoption.
• Website Design Services Website design and development services for small construction businesses wishing to establish or improve their online presence. Targeted at construction trades and SMBs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduction in IT support costs through remote assistance vs. on-site intervention
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Sage Apibâtiment (Batigest)coreTechnology or IntegrationL'Etabli Informatique is a certified specialist and reseller of Sage Apibâtiment products, particularly Batigest Evolution — a commercial management software for construction companies. The company provides sales, installation, configuration, training, and ongoing support for Batigest users. They also develop custom extensions and reports for Batigest and assist with regulatory compliance updates.
• EBPcoreTechnology or IntegrationL'Etabli Informatique resells and supports EBP software products including EBP Paye Bâtiment (payroll software for the building trade) and EBP Compta (accounting). The company hosts product demonstrations and provides updates for EBP software in the context of French tax and payroll regulatory changes.
• PCSoft (WinDev/WebDev)coreTechnology or IntegrationL'Etabli Informatique uses PCSoft's WinDev and WebDev development environments to create bespoke Windows applications and web solutions for construction clients. The company develops custom management tools, mobile applications, and Excel integration modules using these tools.
• CAPEB Vendée (Confédération de l'Artisanat et des Petites Entreprises du Bâtiment)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerCAPEB Vendée is a trade association representing small craft and construction businesses in Vendée. L'Etabli Informatique has a joint marketing partnership offering CAPEB members a discounted website development service and access to IT solutions (Batigest, hardware, support). The partnership provides L'Etabli with a warm referral channel into the regional construction trade community.
• LMCR (La Maison Coopérative de la Réunion)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLMCR is an artisan purchasing cooperative representing ~320 construction professionals. L'Etabli Informatique participated in LMCR's 2013 trade show in Cholet to present IT solutions adapted to masons and tilers, including construction management software, planning tools, and job costing systems.
• GesQuocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorL'Etabli Informatique distributes and supports GesQuo, a construction planning and workload management software. The company promotes GesQuo alongside Batigest to provide a complete suite of construction management tools, including scheduling, work orders, and time tracking with mobile/tablet access.
• DesignCad (IMSI)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorL'Etabli Informatique distributes DesignCad Pro 8000, a drawing and CAD software for construction professionals. The company provides version updates and support for DesignCad, promoting it as an affordable and intuitive alternative for construction drawings and plans.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Sage: Global ERP/accounting/payroll software publisher whose Sage Apibâtiment suite (including Batigest) is L'Etabli's flagship resale product. A broad incumbent that could bypass resellers via direct cloud sales, eroding L'Etabli's value proposition.
• Finalcad: Construction field management and project collaboration platform used by larger building firms. Addresses planning, site execution, and quality workflows that overlap with L'Etabli's GesQuo and mobile/tablet custom development offerings.
• Spigao (Wolters Kluwer): French construction bid management and supplier-tariff platform (now part of Wolters Kluwer). Competes in the same estimating and supplier-tariff integration space as L'Etabli's Batigest Excel import and supplier database features.
• EBP: French SME software publisher of accounting (EBP Compta) and building-trade payroll (EBP Paye Bâtiment). Both a core channel partner and a broad competitor — could disintermediate L'Etabli by selling direct to the same construction SMB customers.

Direct peers

• Obat: French construction management software targeted at artisans and small building companies. Overlaps directly with L'Etabli's Batigest, Sage, and EBP resale/customization offering for the same trade SMB customers.
• Tolteck: French SaaS providing estimating and invoicing tools for artisan construction businesses. Targets the same small contractor and tradesperson customer base as L'Etabli with cloud-native construction management software, representing a direct competitive threat on the Batigest/estimating side.
• BatiScript: French construction business management software for small and medium building firms. Competes with the Batigest/Sage/EBP stack L'Etabli resells and customizes, addressing the same estimating, invoicing, and job-costing workflows.
• Alobees: French construction project management platform built for SMEs and artisan trades. Addresses job costing, planning, and field operations for the same building-trade SMB segment L'Etabli serves, making it a comparable direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

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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