griffioen software en services

What griffioen software en services does

Griffioen Software en Services (also operating as 'op de PC') is a privately held, owner-operated micro-ICT firm based in Hout-Blerick, Venlo, in the Dutch province of Limburg. Founded in 1997 and run as a sole proprietorship by Ir. Huibert van Andel — a Universiteit Twente informatics graduate with more than 20 years of IT experience at Océ (Canon), TNT Express Worldwide (Fedex), Frans Maas (DSV), Philips, and ArtEZ University of the Arts — the company delivers bespoke software, database design, intranet sites, Android mobile applications, website hosting, domain registration, and IT consultancy. Its service mix is weighted toward small and medium-sized Dutch enterprises, with a particular depth in transport and logistics (truck planning, track-and-trace, EDI), finance and sales (custom administration programs that export to Accountview), production automation, and education (school scheduling systems with companion student apps).

The underlying technology is conventional and full-stack: PHP, MySQL/MariaDB, JavaScript, HTML, CSS and XML for web and intranet applications; Java for Android mobile apps; C and C++ for embedded systems on Linux; C# and VB.NET for Windows desktop applications; and SQL across MySQL/MariaDB, MS-Access, MS-SQL and Oracle for database work. Server infrastructure is Linux-based with IMAP/SMTP mail, Let's Encrypt SSL, FTP, and a customer-facing management panel at secure.opdepc.nl. There are documented integrations with WordPress and OpenCart for web content, and a proprietary export pipeline into Accountview for accounting; no public APIs, SDKs, or AI/ML components are disclosed.

The business model combines project-based custom development (one-time fees for bespoke software, databases, and integrations) with a small recurring revenue layer from an Internet-basis hosting package priced at a €50 setup fee plus €124 per year excluding VAT, which bundles domain registration, SSL, disk space, email, and the management panel. A third stream is professional services: ICT consultancy, project management, auditing, and AVG/GDPR compliance assistance. Go-to-market is owner-led sales by telephone and email, supplemented by a self-serve hosting signup flow, a LinkedIn company page, and word-of-mouth referrals from the owner's former-employer network. The firm has no external investors, no subsidiaries, and no reported M&A or fundraising activity.

Name

griffioen software en services

Legal name

Griffioen Software en Services

Website

https://opdepc.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Griffioen Software en Services is a sole-proprietor Dutch ICT firm in Hout-Blerick, Venlo, delivering custom software, databases, Android apps, intranet sites, web hosting, and IT consultancy primarily to SMEs and transport/logistics, finance, and education clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Venlo

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Custom Software Development and Maintenance: Design, development, and ongoing maintenance of bespoke business software including accounting, truck planning, intranet sites, and Android applications. Revenue is earned through project-based engagements for large and small companies.
2. Website Hosting and Domain Services: Annual hosting subscriptions covering website hosting, domain name registration/management, email mailboxes (IMAP/webmail), SSL certificates, disk space, and remote management panel access. Additional domain names available for separate purchase.
3. Consultancy, Project Management and Auditing: External IT consultancy services including process review, AVG/GDPR compliance assistance, and change management projects. Billed as professional services engagements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Griffioen Software en Services is a small Dutch ICT firm that develops custom software, databases, applications, integrations, intranet websites, and Android apps for businesses. It specializes in transport and production logistics, finance and sales solutions, and also provides website hosting, domain registration, and ICT consultancy including GDPR/AVG compliance support.

Product overview

Griffioen Software en Services operates as a small ICT company offering custom software development and related services. Their portfolio comprises Custom Software Development (databases, applications, intranet websites), an Internet-basis Website Hosting Package (with domain registration, SSL, PHP/MySQL), Android App Development, Database Services, Linux Server Management, and ICT Consultancy. They specialize in transport-logistics and production-logistics software, finance and sales systems, and have developed specific products including an SME Administration Program (with Accountview integration), Transport Fleet Planning Software, and School Scheduling Software with a student mobile app. Additional services include webmail, FTP hosting, and embedded systems development. The company is led by Ir. Huibert van Andel with over 20 years of IT experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Software Development Bespoke software development for businesses covering databases, applications, integrations, and (intranet) websites. Specializes in transport and production logistics, finance, and sales sectors.
• Internet-basis Website Hosting Package Website hosting package starting at €50 one-time and €124/year excluding VAT. Includes domain registration, SSL certificate (Let's Encrypt), 1 GB disk space, unlimited monthly data transfer, PHP and MySQL/MariaDB support, management panel, and professional support.
• Android App Development Custom Android mobile application development connected to online database feeds. Apps can display real-time data from company databases or allow employees to submit information directly from the field.
• Consultancy Services ICT consulting, project management, and auditing services. Includes assistance with privacy legislation (AVG/GDPR) compliance and organizational change processes.
• Database Services Database design, implementation, and maintenance for MySQL/MariaDB, MS-Access, MS-SQL, Oracle, and other database systems.
• Linux Server Management UNIX and Linux server administration including disk management, MariaDB/MySQL, Apache, and SendMail, plus shell scripting and virtualization.
• SME Administration Program Administrative program for small businesses for invoicing, orders, and bank transactions. Exports data to accounting packages such as Accountview.
• Transport Software Truck fleet planning and management software including track-and-trace, vehicle tracking systems, financial dossier handling, and EDI for supply chain data exchange.
• School Scheduling Software Intranet website scheduling software suitable for thousands of students, including a companion mobile app for students to view schedules.

Quantifiable outcome

• School scheduling software supports thousands of students via intranet website and mobile app
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Zes (Zevenaar)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGriffioen Software en Services collaborates with Zes, a company based in Zevenaar, on embedded systems development projects. Embedded systems are developed using Linux and C, often involving specialized hardware. This partnership enables joint execution of embedded systems projects.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• AFAS Software: AFAS is a leading Dutch business software provider focused on HR, accounting, and ERP for SMEs and mid-market. It competes with Griffioen's custom SME administration and accounting software (which exports to Accountview) by offering a packaged, deeply integrated suite, representing the broader SaaS incumbent that custom bespoke shops must compete against.
• Exact (now Visma | Exact): Exact is a long-established Dutch business software vendor with accounting, ERP, and CRM solutions for SMEs, and now sits within the Visma group. It overlaps with Griffioen's accounting, finance, and sales vertical offerings and competes for the same Dutch SME buyers considering off-the-shelf alternatives to bespoke development.
• Visma: Visma is a Nordic-Dutch provider of business software, accounting, HR, and ERP solutions with strong presence across the Benelux. It competes with Griffioen on multiple fronts: SME accounting (where Griffioen integrates with Accountview), HR/payroll, and broader SME software suites that displace custom development needs.
• Unit4: Unit4 is a Dutch-founded ERP and business software provider serving mid-market and public sector organizations. It is a broader incumbent competitor for Griffioen's custom finance, sales, and production-management software engagements, especially for larger customers exploring packaged alternatives to bespoke builds.

Direct peers

• SnelStart: SnelStart is a Dutch accounting and business administration software company serving small businesses and self-employed professionals, with invoicing, bank transactions, and bookkeeping features. It directly competes with Griffioen's custom SME administration program that performs cash books, invoicing, and bank transaction handling for the same Dutch SME customer base.
• TransIP: TransIP is one of the largest Dutch web hosting, domain registration, and cloud services providers, serving SMEs and developers across the Netherlands. It directly competes with Griffioen's Internet-basis hosting, domain, and email subscription offering on price, scale, and self-service tooling.
• Hostnet: Hostnet is a Dutch web hosting and domain registration provider targeting small businesses and entrepreneurs. It competes head-to-head with Griffioen's annual hosting subscription package on domain, email, and PHP/MySQL hosting for the same Dutch SMB audience.
• TimoCom (now TIMOCOM GmbH): TimoCom (now part of TIMOCOM) is a European transport and logistics platform providing freight exchange, track-and-trace, and fleet management software. It overlaps with Griffioen's transport planning, track-and-trace, and EDI dossier management offering, but at a far larger packaged scale for the same European logistics customers.

Emerging players

• Thinkwise: Thinkwise is a Dutch low-code application platform vendor that enables enterprises to build custom business applications without traditional coding. It is a partial competitor because it offers an alternative path to custom software delivery that Griffioen currently provides through bespoke PHP, .NET, and Android development.
• Moneybird: Moneybird is a Dutch cloud-based accounting and invoicing platform popular with small businesses and freelancers. It competes with Griffioen's SME accounting and invoicing product for the same Dutch self-employed and small business buyer who might otherwise commission a bespoke administration program.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/opdepc

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 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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