BRIGHTEN

Who we are

Simplify your business. Together.

Brighten is a consulting company that helps its customers solving real industry challenges with the right technology.

Our history

1998
2015
2017
2019
2020
2021

1998

    Fundada a Procensus, com o objetivo de disponibilizar competências e recursos em soluções SAP.
    Procensus is established to provide expertise and resources in SAP solutions.

2015

  • Sob o reposicionamento “Simplify Your Business. Together”, uma nova Procensus apresenta-se ao mercado, nacional e internacional.
  • Lançamento da competência em SAGE, segmento Enterprise Solutions.
  • Lançamento da competência em Incentivos.
  • With its repositioning “Simplify Your Business. Together”, a new Procensus is introduced to national and international markets.
  • SAGE competence launch, Enterprise Solutions segment.
  • Financial Incentives competence launch.

2017

    Lançamento da competência em Strategy & Operations.
    Strategy & Operations competence launch.

2019

  • Reforço da parceria com a SAGE, passando a primeiro parceiro ISV em Portugal com o lançamento do AppmySales.
  • Superação da meta de 50% da exportação de serviços para países da UE.
  • Strengthening partnership with SAGE, becoming the first ISV partner in Portugal with AppmySales’ release.
  • Surpassed the target of 50% service exports to EU countries.

2020

  • Lançamento da competência de RPA (início da oferta de Digital).
  • Fusão entre a Procensus e a OakPeak, com reforço da oferta de Digital e lançamento da oferta Business Analytics.
  • RPA competence launch – Start Digital offering.
  • Merger between Procensus and OakPeak, with Digital offering reinforcement and Business Analytics offering launch.

2021

  • Lançamento da nova identidade: Brighten.
  • Reforço da parceria com a SAP, aliando a competência em serviços à revenda e suporte de soluções SAP.
  • 3º lugar no Hackaton mundial da SAP sobre a plataforma BTP. Início da parceria Build para disponibilização de soluções na SAP Store.
  • Obtenção da certificação ISO27001.
  • PcoE – Certificação da SAP.
  • New identity launch: Brighten.
  • Strengthening SAP partnership, combining services expertise with SAP solutions resale and support.
  • 3rd place in SAP’s global Hackathon on BTP platform. Start Build partnership to enable SAP Store solutions.
  • ISO27001 certification achievement.
  • Certified as Partner Center of Expertise by SAP.

Our core values, our culture

At Brighten, our core values shape our culture and guide every team member’s behaviour. These values define who we are and how we work with our clients.

null

Wear the company’s colors

We dedicate ourselves to representing our team and our clients, ensuring their needs and goals are always a priority. We actively listen to our clients and work collaboratively to achieve the best possible results.

null

Challenge yourself every day

We encourage continuous learning and self-improvement, pushing ourselves to grow and excel in our roles. Our team actively seek opportunities to learn new skills, attend industry events, and participate in professional development programmes.

null

Always add value

We are committed to delivering high-quality work to add value to our clients' businesses. By providing tailored solutions and actionable insights, we help clients achieve their goals and drive growth.

null

Help first

Our team is always willing to lend a helping hand, both to our clients and to each other. This supportive culture fosters a collaborative environment where we work together to find the best solutions for our clients' challenges.

null

Simplify

We believe in breaking down complex problems into simple, actionable steps. By focusing on clarity and efficiency, we help our clients navigate challenges and achieve their goals more effectively.

null

Do what you say

We hold ourselves accountable for our commitments and follow through on our promises. By consistently delivering on our word, we build trust and foster strong relationships with our clients.

Brighten in numbers

1

Brighten People

1

Projects delivered

1

Clients

1

Revenue

Why Brighten?

Most of our clients mention the following characteristics and skills when asked why they choose Brighten as their partner to tackle their challenges:

Ability to recommend the most appropriate solution for each challenge, through a deep understanding of both business and technology.

Projects are delivered following proven methodologies, ensuring delivery within time, quality and exceeding expectations.

We establish long-lasting partnership relationships.

Ability to recommend the most appropriate solution for each challenge, through a deep understanding of both business and technology.

Projects are delivered following proven methodologies, ensuring delivery within time, quality and exceeding expectations.

We establish long-lasting partnership relationships.

Brighten team

Our outstanding team combines experience with innovation.

Managing Board

André Coutinho

Managing Director

Degree in Engineering and Industrial Management (IST) and Executive MBA (AESE).

20 years of experience in consulting and a deep business knowledge in multiple sectors, where he combines strong technological skills.

Jorge Carvalho

Managing Director

Degree in Physics (Univ. Coimbra) and training in technology, business management, and leadership. 30 years of experience in implementing SAP solutions, Business Development, and technological solutions in BPM, EH&S management, HR, and logistics.

Mananing Partners S&O

Cristina Ferreira

Managing Partner for Strategy & Operations

Degree in Economics (ISEG) and MBA (AESE). 27 years of experience, nationally and internationally, in Strategic and Management Consulting, as a leader in project management.

Gonçalo Santos

Partner for Strategy & Operations

Degree in Business Administration and Management (UCP). 16 years of experience advising private and public companies in Europe, South America, and Africa on digital transformation processes.

Miguel Guerra

Partner for Strategy & Operations

Degree in Management Information Systems (ISLA) and PG in Systems and IT for Organizations (ISEG). 27 years of experience in Business Process Management, Risk Management, and Internal Control.

Service Lines Leads

João Caracol

Sage Service Line Lead

Degree in Computer Engineering (UCP). 14 years of experience as a consultant and Project Manager in Sage X3, where he was involved in various projects integrating X3.

Ricardo Silva

SAP Service Line Lead

Degree in Information and Communication Technologies (Univ. Aveiro). 15 years of experience in SAP, with extensive knowledge of logistics processes and team management.

Tiago D’Herbe

Digital Service Line Lead

Technology leader experienced in product development in cloud solutions, with over 15 years of experience in design, development and implementation of large-scale web solutions.

Support Function Leads

Ana Costa

Human Resources Manager

Degree in Human Resources Management (ISCTE) and Master’s in Management (ISCTE). 10 years of experience in HR consulting.

Tiago Leal

CFO

Degree in Accountancy, Financial Markets, Financial Controlling, Corporate Law, International Finances (ISCAL).
10 years of experience as CFO/Chief Financial Planner across various industries. Skilled in SAP FI, Management, SAP ERP, Financial Analysis, and Finance.

We want to know your company, your project, and your ambition.

We want to know your company, your project, and your ambition.