Our history
Discover how our passion for quality software has fueled our growth
1995How it started
After finishing their engineering studies, Jean Auquier and Frederic Costenoble both start their professional career at the Bank Brussel Lambert (BBL) . They are part of the same team, later joined by Olivier Vanekem and Thierry Parquet.
1999Foundation
Jean Auquier and Frederic Costenoble decide to start their own IT consultancy company Knoware Consulting sprl/bvba. 5 employees join the company in the early years, all working as consultants for companies like Fortis Bank and Pfizer.Check out Knoware
2010The first offices
The space above Jean’s garage is used as office space. A small office is opened a year later in Bruges.
2012New shareholders
Olivier Vanekem and Thierry Parquet join as shareholders and take up an active role in the company. At that moment Knoware acquires the full editor and distributor rights for CytoWeb from Pfizer.2016ComeoCare
Time for changes: the company changes from sprl/bvba to sa/nv, and CytoWeb is rebranded as ComeoCare
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2017ComeoBox
Knoware decides to target the hardware integration, and launches Peripheralskit, which is later rebranded to ComeoBox.
Explore our products2020New offices
To support company growth, two new office locations are set up, one in Bruges and one in Nivelles .Visit our locations
2020Quality Management Certificate
2021Switzerland
Knoware is going places and signs the first contract with a hospital outside Belgium. The first Swiss hospital is soon followed by another Swiss hospital.
2023New markets
Knoware signs a distribution deal to distribute ComeoCare in Germany, Spain and the Netherlands.2024Strategic split
As the internalization of ComeoCare continues, the Healthcare Product activities are moved to a separate company Comeo sa/nv, while Knoware focuses on all other services. Knoware continues to provide all analysis, design, development, testing, deployment and maintenance activities for Comeo.
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News and Stories
January 10, 2025Comeo at BOPP Days 2025
Join us January 24-25 in Blankenberge to discover the groundbreaking integration of ComeoCare with B.Braun's Oncosafety at our joint stand. Experience a fully closed-loop solution ensuring seamless automation from prescription to IV pump programming, enhancing safety and efficiency in oncology care.
January 4, 2025Wishing You a Happy and Successful 2025!
As 2024 comes to an end, we take a moment to celebrate an incredible year of growth, success, and collaboration at Comeo. From the rollout at UZA to the successful ISO 13485 audit and new team members, it's been a year to remember. Here's to building on these achievements together in 2025!
December 5, 2024Inspiring Connections at the GSASA Conference 2024
We had a great experience at the GSASA conference in Basel, connecting with Swiss hospital pharmacists and showcasing our solutions. As one of the few software vendors, we were inspired by the interest in digital innovation and meaningful discussions with industry leaders. Thank you to all who visited us—we’re excited about what’s next!