Fast, flexible, scalable: why Kooi chooses VDS
Fast, flexible, scalable: why Kooi chooses VDS
Aug 27, 2025
Kooi Camera Surveillance: Data as the Key Parameter
For Kooi Camera Surveillance, one of Europe’s leading construction site security providers, data is the most important parameter. Clear and reliable information is key in a competitive market such as temporary, mobile camera surveillance. VDS is guiding multiple projects at Kooi. “For us, VDS is a strategic partner that operates at the intersection of business and data, and relates the two to strategy,” says Chief Business Officer Marco Banning.
VDS has been working closely with Kooi for several years to support the implementation of internal systems and processes. For Business Controller Marcel Teunissen, the company has become indispensable in process support. “For us, three conditions in the collaboration are very important,” he begins. “These are transparency, flexibility, and expertise. We find that combination at VDS. And they are not a mere software supporter but a strategic partner. By now, we know exactly when to call them.”
User-Friendliness First
This includes, for example, support in reconfiguring the Extract Transform & Load (ETL) tool. This instrument transforms source information into reporting in Power BI. Teunissen: “VDS designed a dashboard for forecasting analysis that enables users within Kooi—such as sales managers or financial controllers—to manage perfectly well on their own. The principle is that it must always work properly for the business, with user-friendliness as the top priority.”
Getting It Right the First Time
Kooi particularly values the proactive thinking of VDS specialists. “What’s great is that they continuously ask for feedback during execution to ensure it meets expectations. That reduces the chance of having to redo things and delays. Getting it right the first time is the goal. You don’t get unpleasant surprises; instead, you’re consistently reassured that we’re on the right track. And… minor changes are included in the price,” Teunissen says with a smile.
Management Information Served on a Silver Platter
Erik Kort, former Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Kooi and now advisor, has also known VDS since the start of the collaboration. “For Kooi, VDS is a data translator. They are extremely good at consolidating data from systems such as inspHire and Fleetflow into a complete Power BI dashboard. That gives us high-quality management information on a silver platter, which is extremely valuable for us.”
Teunissen adds to Erik’s comment: “VDS brings both business and process insight to the table. You can see in their thinking that they don’t come so much from an IT background but more from a business perspective. They are technical business experts who think along with you at a high level. You don’t need to be an IT specialist to communicate with them effectively.”
Kooi Camera Surveillance: Data as the Key Parameter
For Kooi Camera Surveillance, one of Europe’s leading construction site security providers, data is the most important parameter. Clear and reliable information is key in a competitive market such as temporary, mobile camera surveillance. VDS is guiding multiple projects at Kooi. “For us, VDS is a strategic partner that operates at the intersection of business and data, and relates the two to strategy,” says Chief Business Officer Marco Banning.
VDS has been working closely with Kooi for several years to support the implementation of internal systems and processes. For Business Controller Marcel Teunissen, the company has become indispensable in process support. “For us, three conditions in the collaboration are very important,” he begins. “These are transparency, flexibility, and expertise. We find that combination at VDS. And they are not a mere software supporter but a strategic partner. By now, we know exactly when to call them.”
User-Friendliness First
This includes, for example, support in reconfiguring the Extract Transform & Load (ETL) tool. This instrument transforms source information into reporting in Power BI. Teunissen: “VDS designed a dashboard for forecasting analysis that enables users within Kooi—such as sales managers or financial controllers—to manage perfectly well on their own. The principle is that it must always work properly for the business, with user-friendliness as the top priority.”
Getting It Right the First Time
Kooi particularly values the proactive thinking of VDS specialists. “What’s great is that they continuously ask for feedback during execution to ensure it meets expectations. That reduces the chance of having to redo things and delays. Getting it right the first time is the goal. You don’t get unpleasant surprises; instead, you’re consistently reassured that we’re on the right track. And… minor changes are included in the price,” Teunissen says with a smile.
Management Information Served on a Silver Platter
Erik Kort, former Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Kooi and now advisor, has also known VDS since the start of the collaboration. “For Kooi, VDS is a data translator. They are extremely good at consolidating data from systems such as inspHire and Fleetflow into a complete Power BI dashboard. That gives us high-quality management information on a silver platter, which is extremely valuable for us.”
Teunissen adds to Erik’s comment: “VDS brings both business and process insight to the table. You can see in their thinking that they don’t come so much from an IT background but more from a business perspective. They are technical business experts who think along with you at a high level. You don’t need to be an IT specialist to communicate with them effectively.”
Marco Banning - CBO
“The translation of data into management information that we can use to test our strategy, that is where VDS excels.”
Erik Kort - COO
“VDS collaborates on how we can best store data and then merge it into management information.”
Data Warehouse of the Future
Kooi has now embarked on a new large-scale project: Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). The ERP system will integrate all business processes within Kooi into one central solution. Finance, HR, supply chain—everything will soon be found in one central database. Erik: “VDS has been brought in to manage the data migration. They are helping to build the data warehouse of the future. And of course, Power BI must once again be seamlessly connected.”
VDS with the Right Focus
Strategic business thinking also comes naturally to VDS. Marco Banning observes this as well. “Take this ERP project,” he begins. “VDS first helps us ask the right high-level questions. Which data do we want to migrate? From which years? From which systems? Kooi wants to grow quickly, so the project also needs to be scalable. Then, with their expertise, they take care of the implementation.” Marcel adds: “In migrating data from old systems to ERP, it’s easy to get lost. VDS therefore focuses first on the underlying business case for the migration, and only then moves into action. Execution goes much better when you’ve thought it all through together in advance. It means a bit more work upfront, but it’s far more effective in the long run.”
Active Across Multiple Departments
VDS’s support has also extended to other departments at Kooi, such as IT, Finance, and the new Continuous Improvement team. “The only risk is that central communication and coordination must be managed carefully,” Marco analyzes. “The overall service delivery must remain clear and structured, so that’s something we pay close attention to.”
Fast and Flexible as a Service
As with any partnership, a Service Level Agreement (SLA) was agreed upon at the start of the collaboration. This ensures that Kooi’s arrangements with VDS are safeguarded. Marco: “If Power BI unexpectedly fails, you want it resolved quickly. After all, it’s critical to the daily management of your business. VDS is very flexible and helps us swiftly.” Marcel confirms: “We log data daily by creating a snapshot of our system rentals. That program must always function. We cannot afford ‘off-days,’ as we would lose a day of vital information. If a malfunction occurs, VDS resolves it immediately. This flexibility is highly appreciated.”
Challenges
The road to collaboration is rarely perfectly smooth—challenges are simply part of the process. “We went through a period when there were hiccups around Power BI. Such issues can arise for different reasons, whether in development or from data input on our end,” recalls Erik Kort. “Fortunately, VDS responded quickly by identifying the root cause.” Marco adds: “In any collaboration, it’s important that the responsibilities of client and supplier remain clearly defined. VDS’s expertise is considerable; they often solve small glitches quickly—sometimes even before we notice them ourselves. It’s then reassuring as a client to be kept informed, so that the SLA can continue to serve as the guiding framework.”
Data Warehouse of the Future
Kooi has now embarked on a new large-scale project: Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). The ERP system will integrate all business processes within Kooi into one central solution. Finance, HR, supply chain—everything will soon be found in one central database. Erik: “VDS has been brought in to manage the data migration. They are helping to build the data warehouse of the future. And of course, Power BI must once again be seamlessly connected.”
VDS with the Right Focus
Strategic business thinking also comes naturally to VDS. Marco Banning observes this as well. “Take this ERP project,” he begins. “VDS first helps us ask the right high-level questions. Which data do we want to migrate? From which years? From which systems? Kooi wants to grow quickly, so the project also needs to be scalable. Then, with their expertise, they take care of the implementation.” Marcel adds: “In migrating data from old systems to ERP, it’s easy to get lost. VDS therefore focuses first on the underlying business case for the migration, and only then moves into action. Execution goes much better when you’ve thought it all through together in advance. It means a bit more work upfront, but it’s far more effective in the long run.”
Active Across Multiple Departments
VDS’s support has also extended to other departments at Kooi, such as IT, Finance, and the new Continuous Improvement team. “The only risk is that central communication and coordination must be managed carefully,” Marco analyzes. “The overall service delivery must remain clear and structured, so that’s something we pay close attention to.”
Fast and Flexible as a Service
As with any partnership, a Service Level Agreement (SLA) was agreed upon at the start of the collaboration. This ensures that Kooi’s arrangements with VDS are safeguarded. Marco: “If Power BI unexpectedly fails, you want it resolved quickly. After all, it’s critical to the daily management of your business. VDS is very flexible and helps us swiftly.” Marcel confirms: “We log data daily by creating a snapshot of our system rentals. That program must always function. We cannot afford ‘off-days,’ as we would lose a day of vital information. If a malfunction occurs, VDS resolves it immediately. This flexibility is highly appreciated.”
Challenges
The road to collaboration is rarely perfectly smooth—challenges are simply part of the process. “We went through a period when there were hiccups around Power BI. Such issues can arise for different reasons, whether in development or from data input on our end,” recalls Erik Kort. “Fortunately, VDS responded quickly by identifying the root cause.” Marco adds: “In any collaboration, it’s important that the responsibilities of client and supplier remain clearly defined. VDS’s expertise is considerable; they often solve small glitches quickly—sometimes even before we notice them ourselves. It’s then reassuring as a client to be kept informed, so that the SLA can continue to serve as the guiding framework.”
Financial Impact
Naturally, VDS’s support must remain within budget. The agreements with Kooi on this matter are clear. “If the work falls within the SLA, VDS executes it,” Marco begins. “If additional work is required, we discuss it and agree on an additional assignment with corresponding financial implications.” However, VDS’s expertise also saves Kooi significant amounts of money. Marcel: “Thanks to VDS, we now have an ETL solution at a fraction of the cost I see elsewhere, and it’s scalable, so we can continue developing. I know companies that pay thousands of euros per month. My tip: bring VDS in early, and you avoid expensive and complicated solutions.”
Continuity Better Secured with VDS
Results from the past may not guarantee the future, but Kooi and VDS see no reason to end their partnership. Kooi still faces several major IT challenges. “And you simply cannot have all the knowledge in-house. Sometimes specific expertise has to come from outside,” Marco notes. His colleague Marcel agrees: “I would recommend Kooi to maintain the partnership with VDS. You know it will be done quickly, properly, and efficiently, and that they really think along with you. If you handle it internally, you remain vulnerable and dependent on just one person. Continuity is better safeguarded with VDS, and you avoid disruptions in the process.”
Refreshingly Stubborn
Amid the flurry of new processes and systems, Kooi also stands on the brink of a large-scale Microsoft implementation. “A big player like that often works in a fixed routine,” Marcel explains. “The risk is that they treat it as a standard assignment and fail to delve into our specific needs. As laypeople, we often accept that, but VDS dares to ask the critical questions—and sometimes, in a refreshingly stubborn way, they even suggest improvements. I really appreciate that.”
An Indispensable Sparring Partner
Looking back, the three men see great outcomes from the collaboration with VDS. Marcel: “There are no more system outages. The organization now runs on Power BI. For the Board, there is now a single source of truth.” Erik adds: “Perhaps VDS can also surprise us with new AI technologies related to data. Who knows.” Marco Banning concludes dryly: “Right now, VDS is simply our reliable sparring partner at the intersection of business and data.”
Financial Impact
Naturally, VDS’s support must remain within budget. The agreements with Kooi on this matter are clear. “If the work falls within the SLA, VDS executes it,” Marco begins. “If additional work is required, we discuss it and agree on an additional assignment with corresponding financial implications.” However, VDS’s expertise also saves Kooi significant amounts of money. Marcel: “Thanks to VDS, we now have an ETL solution at a fraction of the cost I see elsewhere, and it’s scalable, so we can continue developing. I know companies that pay thousands of euros per month. My tip: bring VDS in early, and you avoid expensive and complicated solutions.”
Continuity Better Secured with VDS
Results from the past may not guarantee the future, but Kooi and VDS see no reason to end their partnership. Kooi still faces several major IT challenges. “And you simply cannot have all the knowledge in-house. Sometimes specific expertise has to come from outside,” Marco notes. His colleague Marcel agrees: “I would recommend Kooi to maintain the partnership with VDS. You know it will be done quickly, properly, and efficiently, and that they really think along with you. If you handle it internally, you remain vulnerable and dependent on just one person. Continuity is better safeguarded with VDS, and you avoid disruptions in the process.”
Refreshingly Stubborn
Amid the flurry of new processes and systems, Kooi also stands on the brink of a large-scale Microsoft implementation. “A big player like that often works in a fixed routine,” Marcel explains. “The risk is that they treat it as a standard assignment and fail to delve into our specific needs. As laypeople, we often accept that, but VDS dares to ask the critical questions—and sometimes, in a refreshingly stubborn way, they even suggest improvements. I really appreciate that.”
An Indispensable Sparring Partner
Looking back, the three men see great outcomes from the collaboration with VDS. Marcel: “There are no more system outages. The organization now runs on Power BI. For the Board, there is now a single source of truth.” Erik adds: “Perhaps VDS can also surprise us with new AI technologies related to data. Who knows.” Marco Banning concludes dryly: “Right now, VDS is simply our reliable sparring partner at the intersection of business and data.”
Marcel Teunissen - Business Controller
“Thanks to VDS, we now have an ETL solution for a fraction of the cost that I see elsewhere, and which is also scalable, allowing us to continue developing.”
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