in Information Technology for 30 years
Company profile
Inforlandia is a leading European Original Equipment Manufacturer of computer hardware, mobile devices and consumer electronics.
Celebrating 30 years, Inforlandia presents itself with a deep knowledge and experience in the technological sector, at local and international level, with successes that speak for themselves. Today it is the largest manufacturer of computer equipment in Portugal, with an offer adjusted and developed to the needs of customers and with a strong weight in exports. The ambition that dictated its path continues to outline its growth and consolidation strategies. With the aim of making technology increasingly accessible, both for Education and for the business and public sectors, it has been developing production methods and strategies that ensure unmatched flexibility and high levels of quality, with the utmost efficiency. The commitment to quality has been rewarded with certifications at the highest level, and Inforlandia’s objective is to continue to be one of the national companies with the highest number of product, process and business-level certifications.
It has ISO 9001 quality certifications; environmental ISO 14001; social responsibility SA 8000, ecology and sustainability EPEAT and TCO and Energy Star energy efficiency. Inforlandia is specialized in the production of customized series using internally developed and patented production technologies.
Since 1990, Inforlandia has developed, designed, manufactured and custom tailored personal computers, servers, tablets, smartphones and other consumer electronic products, under its brands (INSYS, Matrixx), on an EMS/ODM basis for large worldwide clients under Private Label brands. Market leader in several segments, namely, being the largest manufacturer in South Europe of mainstream notebook computers and smart phones.
Inforlandia R&D patented several innovative solutions, currently embedded in several of its products, namely the “CUCo security”, an anti-theft and contract compliance technology for remote hardware device lockdown and “EduPro” devices for teachers, education and schools.
Inforlandia has a robust financial structure with registered capital of €20M (≈$19M) and a low debt/assets ratio. With up to 100 employees, 20% with a University degree, has topped yearly sales of €127M (≈$125M). We are part of a large industrial group (VAGA) that reaches combined sales in excess of €200M (≈$300M) per year (>1000 employees).
History
More than 30 years of innovation and consolidation
Inforlandia was founded in July 1990, starting with the commercialization of computers and accessories from a few facilities in Aveiro. In these early years, as a result of innovative offers to the market and new communication and marketing policies, the company has seen strong growth. It becomes known throughout the district and distributes the most competitive computer brands at the time (Goldstar). It is in this start-up phase that the first mass mailing campaigns of the IT sector in Portugal are carried out, reaching all potential Customers in the Aveiro district, with an aggressive but visually pleasing price offer.
Values and Mission
Values
Ambition
To be an important reference in the Information Technology market in South Europe.
To have the capacity to reach and exceed our challenges, believing in our capacities and core competencies. To pursue with commitment our objectives, acting with integrity.
Innovation
To develop permanently solutions that crave to the creativity and entrepreneurship, based on our technological know-how.
Care to Client
Interact permanently with our clients, trying to understand what they want and what they think. We develop products, services and quality solutions that add value to each of our clients.
Care to People
We act transparently and with respect to the ethical principles of the market and society. Our teams act based on principles of loyalty, professionalism and honesty. We leverage the capabilities of our professionals and value their ideas and initiatives.
Care to Business
We look to maximize our profitability to, consistently, sustain our growth and accomplish our mission, securing an adequate return to our investors. We strive to permanently increase our solidity and economic sustainability.
Mission
Inforlandia has a mission to satisfy the desires of its clients, by providing products of Quality at the most competitive price and an exemplar service, as a way to reach an adequate return on the invested capital.
Inforlandia strives actively to create innovative products, services and solutions to fully satisfy the needs of its markets and to generate a superior economic value.
Management Team
The top organizational structure of Inforlandia S.A. is adapted to the needs of society, with international experience and ambitious growth objectives.
The management structure is led by the Board of Directors, composed of its Chairman and 2 Members.
The structure also includes the Financial Department, the Commercial Department, and the other departments in specific areas that provide support and advice to the Board of Directors.
Vaga SGPS Group
VAGA SGPS is a national group that manages a diversified portfolio of retail businesses, real estate services, technology, software development and industry.
Corporate Sustainability
At Inforlandia, sustainability is the factor that frames all decisions. From investment, operating to product portfolio decisions, in all areas the positive impacts must endure and be stable over time and the negative impacts must be minimized in a lasting manner, based on an efficient risk management.