With our feet in the mud

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Here we are. Not quite recognizable anymore, thanks to AI trying to protect children. Understandable, of course. But believe us: these are indeed Berry and Frank. More than ten years apart, but actually always brothers from another mother been.

And what do we have in common? A lot... and at the same time, almost nothing.

Berry is often the good cop. Calm, level-headed, and always working to make things functional. I'm usually the bad cop. Direct, critical, and always looking for ways to improve. But that combination is precisely what works.

What truly connects us is our love for technology. We are tech enthusiasts. Nerds. Guys who genuinely get excited about computers, software, AI, and everything that's possible with them. Not because it's “hip,” but because we genuinely find beauty in making complex things simple.

Together we are responsible for Analyst ICT.

And honestly? That never started with a tight business plan or grand ambitions. More with a: “What does it matter, let's just see how far we get.”

Analyst ICT is now growing into a serious ICT partner in the Kempen region. We are proud of that. Not only because of the growth, but especially because we do it our own way: down-to-earth, honest, and with both feet in the mud.

I'm heavily involved in consultancy projects, strategy, and translating complex IT issues into understandable solutions for clients. Berry, on the other hand, is very hands-on with technology. He helps our engineers, supports with management, solves problems, and steps in during escalations when necessary.

Berry and I are a team. Different in character, but the same in mentality.

Next year, a lot is going to happen. New plans, new developments, and above all, many exciting challenges. We will take you along to see what 2027 will bring for Analyst ICT.

To be continued.

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