IT that’s Simple

Delivering secure, flexible and easy to use custom software for more than 25 years.

Passion for software development / Passie voor software ontwikkeling

Coronavirus - COVID-19

Like many companies, BSL wants to protect the health of clients, and our employees. So from Monday 16th March our entire team will be working remotely. The impact on our customers and productivity will be kept as low as possible. However, there may not always be anyone available to take calls, and you may not be able to reach individual employees directly. Please leave a message, or mail bslsec@brightside.nl and we will call you as soon as possible.
Martyn Simpson, Director, BSL

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IT that’s Simple

Delivering secure, flexible and easy to use custom software for more than 25 years.

Coronavirus - COVID-19

Like many companies, BSL wants to protect the health of clients, and our employees. So from Monday 16th March our entire team will be working remotely. The impact on our customers and productivity will be kept as low as possible. However, there may not always be anyone available to take calls, and you may not be able to reach individual employees directly. Please leave a message, or mail bslsec@brightside.nl and we will call you as soon as possible.
Martyn Simpson, Director, BSL

Bright Side of Life – A passion for custom software development

What we offer

Software
Development

25+ years experience, and dedicated engineers: a recipe for great custom software.

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Drupal and
Wordpress

Custom modules and integration of easy to use open source CMS systems.

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Custom Web
Applications

We deliver 100% responsive web apps using flexible CMS frameworks, and Java/PHP.

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Mobile Apps
(iOS / Android)

We build advanced iOS and Android mobile apps with fast access to real-time data.

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We're here for the journey

We offer professional support and maintenance for the long term.

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We're here for the journey

We offer professional support and maintenance for the long term.

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What our clients say

And why they love working with us

“Keylane wants people to be themselves. That’s why we’ve agreed to behave exactly the same way at work, as we do at home. Simply because it makes us happy and we believe a company is only as awesome as the people within it. That’s why we strive to bring onboard passionate people with amazing talent, and we work hard to support them in both professional and personal health and development.”
Manager Talent Acquisition, Keylane

“For WCC, a fast growing company, attracting new staff is very important. That’s why we wanted a modern, fresh looking career site that can be used on all platforms. And created with Drupal. BSL has done that perfectly. Throughout the project BSL kept us informed, and they were flexible when we needed a little time. And all that within budget. Fantastic!”
HRM Team WCC

“With regard to technical development and infrastructure management, The Bright Side of Life in Breukelen has been a particularly constructive and creative partner for all these years.”
Jef van Gool, Product owner Literatuurplein

”During the first month after the site was launched, VROUW.nl reached more than one million unique users. That was just the beginning. 2,213,135 users visited the site in April 2016, 42% via mobile, 20% via tablet and 38% via desktop. With these results, VROUW.nl is in the top 3 of most popular websites for women in the Netherlands within three months.”
Telegraaf Media Group

“As we all know, time is precious. I’m using Pulse on a daily basis, because it saves me so much time. It is easy to scan the news and then drill down to the full article if necessary. I have subscribed to several feeds that keep me up to date with all the news which is related to my Clients and the Industry.”
Sr. Consultant, PwC

“Keylane wants people to be themselves. That’s why we’ve agreed to behave exactly the same way at work, as we do at home. Simply because it makes us happy and we believe a company is only as awesome as the people within it. That’s why we strive to bring onboard passionate people with amazing talent, and we work hard to support them in both professional and personal health and development.”
Manager Talent Acquisition, Keylane

“For WCC, a fast growing company, attracting new staff is very important. That’s why we wanted a modern, fresh looking career site that can be used on all platforms. And created with Drupal. BSL has done that perfectly. Throughout the project BSL kept us informed, and they were flexible when we needed a little time. And all that within budget. Fantastic!”
HRM Team WCC

“With regard to technical development and infrastructure management, The Bright Side of Life in Breukelen has been a particularly constructive and creative partner for all these years.”
Jef van Gool, Product owner Literatuurplein

”During the first month after the site was launched, VROUW.nl reached more than one million unique users. That was just the beginning. 2,213,135 users visited the site in April 2016, 42% via mobile, 20% via tablet and 38% via desktop. With these results, VROUW.nl is in the top 3 of most popular websites for women in the Netherlands within three months.”
Telegraaf Media Group

“As we all know, time is precious. I’m using Pulse on a daily basis, because it saves me so much time. It is easy to scan the news and then drill down to the full article if necessary. I have subscribed to several feeds that keep me up to date with all the news which is related to my Clients and the Industry.”
Sr. Consultant, PwC

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What BSL says

NBD Databanken - Uittrekselbank and Literom

NBD’s LiteRom and Uittrekselbank online websites refreshed

Agile development is part of our culture. During two recent Sprints, BSL delivered new versions of NBD’s Literom and Uittrekselbank online web services. LiteRom contains thousands of book reviews, as well as many articles about authors. Uittrekselbank subscribers can access thousands of extracts about books, as well as detailed author profiles. Find out more in our blog…

Thuiswerken | Working from Home | Coronavirus

Working from home, but staying connected

We’re working from home as much as possible due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). We’re doing all we can to keep Business as Usual. Technical innovation is part of our DNA, and so we’re perhaps finding this easier than others. Nevertheless, we are having to change the way we work in response to these challenges. Our blog tells you about some of the steps we are taking.

Designer and Developer/ ontwerper en ontwikkelaar

Eric Wijnands, Designer and Developer, with a love of Jazz

BSL has always looked for designer and developer candidates who have their own stories to tell. Rounded individuals who offer more than just IT skills. Our work frequently begins with understanding the work carried out by our clients. So we supply inventive teams that deliver usable, productive solutions – not just code. Offering designers and developers with wide interests outside of IT.

Long-term relationships brings rewards to clients

2019 is a year where our long-term relationships with clients have kept us extremely busy. BSL provides highly skilled teams that complement our clients’ needs. As a result, we respond quickly to new demands. Designing, developing and delivering unique applications. This year we’ve worked on many new developments for existing clients.

Moscow performance for Marc Stoffels

Before Marc Stoffels made the move into IT, he was an actor. One of the theatre companies where he played, Het Houten Huis was recently invited to bring their performance to Moscow. A trip to Moscow is an experience in itself, and BSL didn’t want to deprive him of the opportunity. But with one condition – we asked him to write a blog about his trip!

IT that’s Simple

Coronavirus - COVID-19

IT that’s Simple

What we offer

Software Development

Software Development

Drupal and Wordpress

Drupal and Wordpress

Custom Web Applications

Custom Web Applications

Mobile Apps (iOS / Android)

Mobile Apps (iOS / Android)

We're here for the journey

We're here for the journey

What our clients say

Get in touch

Get in touch

Join the team

Join the team

What BSL says

Software
Development

Software
Development

Drupal and
Wordpress

Drupal and
Wordpress

Custom Web
Applications

Custom Web
Applications

Mobile Apps
(iOS / Android)

Mobile Apps
(iOS / Android)