As part of our ongoing “Partner in the Spotlight” series, we shine a light on the organizations and people who help bring IRISNext to life across different markets. This initiative highlights not only our technology, but also the trusted relationships, tailored implementations, and shared successes that define our ecosystem.

In this edition, we sat down with Frank Simon from T2i-IRIS France, a long-standing partner with over a decade of experience working with IRISNext. His perspective offers a behind-the-scenes look at how IRISNext became a core solution in their portfolio, and why, even after the T2i acquisition, it remains a strategic asset for delivering bespoke document management solutions.

IRISNext became a natural part of IRIS France’s offering during its time as part of the IRIS Group. As Frank Simon recalls, the integration of IRISNext into their portfolio wasn’t a deliberate commercial pivot, but rather a logical continuation of their group identity. IRISNext quickly became central to their solution suite, particularly for projects requiring advanced customization.

Early on, the platform was seen as powerful but not always easy to handle; its ergonomics were, in Frank’s words, “a challenge”. Yet over time, the solution evolved. Significant improvements in usability, paired with its robust architecture and unmatched flexibility, transformed IRISNext into a go-to platform for clients with complex or evolving needs.

IRIS France’s strength lies in their ability to adapt document management to the specific needs of each client, and IRISNext plays a pivotal role in that.

One standout example is the project with Groupe Pasquier, where IRISNext enabled the client to become fully autonomous in managing and developing their own workflows. The platform allowed them to move beyond basic document storage, creating tailored flows that align precisely with their operational model.

With the acquisition of IRIS France by T2i, the company’s digital solutions offering has expanded. However, this transition hasn’t diminished the role of IRISNext.

Frank describes the positioning clearly: IRISNext is their “haute couture” or “highly customizable” offering, ideal for clients seeking highly customized environments. On the other hand, T2i brings to the table “ready-to-wear” solutions through a more standardized SaaS offering. Each has its place.

The result is a more comprehensive portfolio where IRISNext remains essential for clients with advanced requirements that cannot be addressed through off-the-shelf platforms.

In other words, there is significant potential to help organizations build modern document management environments from the ground up.

When asked to describe IRISNext in few words, Frank doesn’t pause:

“IRISNext is the 4×4 of Document Management.”

It’s a fitting metaphor for a platform that is both rugged and adaptable, able to navigate complex terrain across sectors and use cases. Frank also emphasizes the human factor:

“What matters most is the ongoing collaboration between our team and the R&D team of IRISNext; the mutual recognition of expertise, the daily exchange, the joint commitment to product evolution.”

Do you have any advice to other resellers or partners considering IRISNext?

“Immerse yourself in it. It’s a rich product. To grasp its full value, you need to spend time understanding its potential.”

T2i-IRIS France + IRISNext = bringing “haute couture” to document management through deep expertise, flexibility and tailor-made solutions.