Utrecht, May 28, 2025 –
We are proud and honored that Smizer has been nominated as a finalist for Best Company Name 2025. This recognition underscores our commitment to customer focus, innovation and job satisfaction in the IT industry.
Why the name Smizer?
The name Smizer is inspired by the word “smize” – smiling with your eyes. For us, it symbolizes a positive, customer-centric approach where technology is accessible and human. It stands for:
- Clients who enjoy using our services without concern
- Employees who make a difference with a smile
- A culture where we continue to develop with guts and fun
Smizer is more than a name; it is a way of working. We smize in how we communicate, collaborate and grow. Employees feel seen. Customers feel heard.
One group. One name. Smizer.
Smizer is a platform of regional IT partners for SMEs, combining innovation and reliability with local commitment. Our companies are spread throughout the Netherlands and offer flexible and secure IT solutions that increase productivity and promote job satisfaction. Our customer-centric approach and strong focus on personal service make us the choice for companies that want both a local presence and national support.
The companies within Smizer are:
- Accensys
- AKSI Automation
- Altios Cloud Experts
- Cyscom B.V.
- Clevir
- Emma Solutions
- ILC-Europe
- IT Local
- Office IT
- Xaris ICT & Telecom
These companies operate independently within their regions, but share a common vision and work intensively together to serve customers and share knowledge.
Supported by Riverdam
Smizer was founded as a buy-and-build platform of investment company Riverdam. Riverdam supports Smizer in its mission to be a leading platform for IT solutions for SMEs, where customer satisfaction and a pleasant work experience go hand in hand.
A confirmation of our vision
The nomination for Best Company Name 2025 affirms our commitment to a positive and customer-centric approach in the IT industry. We thank our team, our operating partners and our investment for their dedication and guts to do things differently.
