Crystal Company saves on unnecessary IT costs

We continue to be amazed by the exceptional products manufactured in the Netherlands, particularly in the Hoeksche Waard region. Some time ago, we were approached by Arlon Moniharapon of Crystal Company B.V. in Heinenoord—a remarkable enterprise operating in a unique segment.

Crystal Company specializes in the production of safety glass. And we’re not talking about HR++ windows for your home, but bullet-resistant and burglar-proof glass designed to protect valuable assets—and yes, even people. Crystal Company manufactures this ballistic glass to be exceptionally thin and lightweight, available in various resistance classes. This makes them a highly respected international player in sectors such as maritime, military, and automotive.

These glass technologies are evolving rapidly, especially in today’s geopolitically turbulent times. What began 30 years ago as a modest 1,000 m² production facility has now grown eightfold. Naturally, this expansion brings new business challenges.

To arrive at the right solution, Crystal Company and Agerion IT jointly mapped out the current IT landscape. We outlined the cost implications of each possible route, enabling a well-informed decision.

“We believed it should be possible to find an IT partner offering better terms for managing our IT than what we were previously locked into. And that turned out to be absolutely true.”

As a result, all software licenses, hardware, and telephony were transferred to Agerion IT’s management. The outdated server room was retired, and the migration to the Microsoft 365 cloud was initiated. “The IT support team at Agerion IT worked quickly and efficiently, ensuring a smooth cloud migration. The team experienced virtually no disruption during the transition. In fact, the benefits were immediately apparent—for example, we began saving on unnecessary costs right away.”