Workwize

About Workwize

Workwize provides a centralized platform for managing the entire lifecycle of IT hardware for distributed and remote workforces. The company was founded in 2020 by Michiel Meyer (CEO), Sebastiaan Scholten (CTO), Victor Dik, and Dirk Kranendijk, who identified the logistical challenges companies faced with the rise of hybrid work. Initially a marketplace for home office equipment, Workwize pivoted to a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model focused on high-value IT assets like laptops and phones, addressing a more critical business need. The founders' backgrounds contributed to the company's direction. CEO Michiel Meyer has a diverse history in finance and consulting, with experience at McKinsey & Company, Lazard, and Morgan Stanley. CTO Sebastiaan Scholten brings technical expertise with a Master of Science in Computer Science and experience in e-commerce and investment banking. This blend of financial acumen and technical skill allowed them to develop a solution for a complex logistical problem. The platform automates processes for IT teams, covering procurement, deployment, real-time asset management, retrieval, and disposal across more than 100 countries. Key features include a global network of suppliers for buying or renting equipment, zero-touch deployment with pre-configured devices shipped from local warehouses, and integrations with over 80 HRIS and MDM systems like HiBob, Jamf, and Okta. Upon an employee's departure, Workwize manages the retrieval and repurposing of assets, which can be stored, wiped, resold, or recycled, helping clients maintain compliance with standards like ISO 27001. The company reports that its platform can reduce the time IT managers spend on these tasks from 27 hours to just 10 minutes per employee. Workwize targets companies with over 150 employees operating in multiple countries, serving clients such as Adyen, Netflix, HelloFresh, and Elastic. The business model is based on software subscriptions. The company has seen significant growth, securing a €12.6 million Series A round in January 2025 led by Klass Capital, with support from Peak and Graduate Entrepreneur Fund. This funding is aimed at enhancing its AI-driven automation capabilities and expanding its global footprint, including the launch of a U.S. office.