Flower auction Plantion, a leading purchasing center in the floriculture sector, and Beyonder, a partner for digital acceleration, have signed a collaboration agreement.
Innovative AI-driven solution
Flower auction Plantion and Beyonder modernize auction process
Crucial system for auctioning flowers
The collaboration focuses on modernizing Plantion's legacy AS400-based system.
AI-Driven approach
The system is crucial for auctioning flowers and plants, using an innovative AI-driven approach.
Since its implementation, the system has formed the backbone of Plantion's operations. Over the years, the system has become more complex due to numerous modifications and integrations. Maintenance became increasingly vulnerable due to a dependency on outdated technology and the associated limited availability of expertise. Furthermore, the system was a stumbling block for future innovation.
"As Plantion, we want to lead the way and provide optimal service to our members and customers. Our customer focus has led to a complex but highly functional system. To be future-proof, we had to find a way to modernize without compromising continuity. Beyonder's innovative approach gave us the confidence that this is possible,"
André van Kruijssen, managing director of Plantion
An AI-Engine has been developed through reverse engineering
To comprehend the complexity of the outdated system, which lacked accurate documentation, Beyonder has developed a unique AI engine. By analyzing the system through reverse engineering, IT specialists can now collaborate with this AI engine.
This not only accelerates the analysis phase but also ensures efficiency in rebuilding the application into a modern version.
"The application of AI in this project is phenomenal. We are seeing not only enormous time savings but also improved scalability and accuracy. This enables us to translate Plantion's business vision into a robust and future-oriented platform. This collaboration demonstrates that with the smart application of the latest technologies and the right expertise, even the most complex legacy systems are candidates for a successful transformation."
Sebastiaan Sloos, managing director of Beyonder Netherlands
About Plantion
Plantion is a connecting force in the world of flowers and plants. As a complete and customer-focused flower auction and purchasing center, it serves growers, florists, garden centers, and other green professionals. In addition to its physical auction clocks, mediation services, and wholesale center in Ede (The Netherlands), Plantion offers extensive online ordering and delivery options, all under one roof.
About Beyonder
Beyonder is the digital acceleration partner for mid-sized European businesses, providing instant results with clear roadmaps built on a robust architecture.
Our future-proof AI-powered solutions in process automation, cyber security, data and digital strategy empower organizations to proactively anticipate market developments, ensuring they stay ahead of the curve.
Our seasoned solution architects and tech-savvy developers bring deep, real-world experience and a business-led, process-oriented approach to solve your high-stakes problems. They translate your business vision into applications and platforms that are:
People First: Put your customers and users at the center.
AI by Default: Apply AI for smarter experiences.
Secure by Design: Secure from day one.
Together, we elevate digital ambitions to new heights.
For more information, please contact:
Welmoet Lugt | Chief Marketing & Communications | communications@beyonder.eu