Ways of working
4 min read
Why we built our own project management software: this is JamIra
How we gained more control over our project management, time tracking and our own data. And why AI-assisted development made it possible to take this step.
Knowledge, vision & the latest news
Technology5 min read
How do you know for sure who you are doing business with? Smart verification inside business software
A transport company signing up, a prospective tenant or a user who has to confirm their identity first. With verification built into your own business software, you know whether the details are right, without switching between systems.
Ways of working5 min read
Why we built our own business software: this is Jammers
Privacy, GDPR, contracts, leave, time tracking, invoicing: as an organisation grows, so does everything you need to arrange properly around your people. JAM-IT chose to build its own business software, Jammers, rather than adapt its way of working to off-the-shelf packages.
AI4 min read
Not just faster development: why AI is changing traditional application development
AI-assisted development speeds up traditional application development, but the bigger shift is the room it creates to test, improve and revisit decisions.
App development7 min read
JAM-City: what started as a 3D database became a multiplayer game
It started as a way to view a database in 3D. It now has a name, JAM-City, and we can walk through it with colleagues, discuss the data model together and play it as a multiplayer game at the office.
Ways of working3 min read
The evolution of our traineeship: from Mendix to Mendix and AI
When we started our IT traineeship at JAM-IT, the starting point was clear: give people with the right analytical skills the chance to develop into a Mendix Business Engineer. Even if they had little experience in IT yet.
App development4 min read
The bar for software is higher than ever: how future-proof is your application?
What will users expect from software in the future? Discover what makes an application future-proof and which choices made today make the difference.
Meet the team3 min read
Meet the team: JAM-IT's Mendix Business Engineer Vincent
Vincent is someone who likes to understand how things work. When he runs into something, he takes the time to analyse the problem step by step before looking for a solution. That curious and analytical way of thinking runs like a thread through his studies, his interests and his ambitions.
App development2 min read
JAM-IT nominated for the Computable Awards again
For the third year running, JAM-IT has been nominated for a Computable Award. This time together with BONIQ, for a project we have very much enjoyed working on over the past few years: digitalising till receipts.
App development4 min read
What if your software becomes dependent on licences?
For years, low-code was a logical choice for many organisations. Platforms such as Mendix made it possible to develop software faster, without being completely dependent on traditional development projects. We have built a lot with it at JAM-IT too. But the market is changing.
AI6 min read
AI makes building easier. But who maintains it afterwards?
Organisations are building software with AI faster and faster. But how do you make sure AI-generated applications stay secure, scalable and manageable?
AI4 min read
The tipping point from low-code to AI
How the way we develop is changing, and what that means for the choices you make today Over the past few years, low-code has played a clear role in how we build software. Platforms such as Mendix have made it possible to develop faster, with more structure and less dependence on traditional code. At JAM-IT too, we worked with it intensively for years.
App development3 min read
Integrating AI into existing software: where do you start?
Why the first step is often smaller than expected, and all the more impactful for it For many organisations, AI still feels like something big. Something that calls for new systems, large investments or a completely different way of working. In practice, we at JAM-IT see the opposite.
Products and tools6 min read
JamOps: not a tool, but a conviction about quality
Anyone who knows JAM-IT knows that we believe strongly in structure, quality and ownership. Not as buzzwords, but as a foundation. What fewer people know is that our biggest product, JamOps, did not start as a product but as a necessity.
AI4 min read
AI in 2026: why this is the year the way we work really shifts
Our view on AI, software development and the role of IT in a changing world
Meet the team2 min read
Meet the team: JAM-IT's IT Trainee Brian
Brian is someone who likes to hold back and see how things unfold at first. He observes, gets a feel for how a group works and adapts to it. As time goes on, he finds his place within a team more and more easily. That careful approach works for him: by looking closely first, he sees what a group or project really needs. Brian describes himself as a true observer. His academic background fits that well. Brian has taken several courses, the last of which was bioinformatics, which he also completed in full. In that course the…
App development1 min read
Sinterklaas visits JAM-IT
Before we knew it the whole office was full of happy faces, curious toddlers and, of course, a great many pepernoten. We ate pizza together, chatted and above all enjoyed the friendly atmosphere.
App development3 min read
A look behind the scenes with our colleagues
At JAM-IT we believe learning and doing go hand in hand. Our IT traineeship gives starters the chance to develop into a Mendix Business Engineer in a short space of time: through a strong combination of training, guidance and hands-on experience. A few months ago Sonam, Parminder and Mishela started their traineeship. They are now working full tilt at clients across different sectors. We asked them how…
App development2 min read
Why planning is a bizarrely complex problem (and how smart software solves it)
Suppose you have to draw up a weekly rota for a small team. Before long you are dealing with availability, working hours, preferences and rules. Add a few extra variables to that, multiple locations, different types of task, logistical constraints, and the number of possibilities shoots up to astronomical figures. Even a simple schedule can produce countless variants. And that is exactly what often makes schedules so much more complicated than they look at first glance.
App development2 min read
JAM-IT nominated for the Computable Awards 2025
JAM-IT has once again been nominated for the Computable Awards 2025, this time in the Government project category. The nomination is for the Vluchtelingen Volgsysteem (VVS), an application that supports municipalities and reception locations in organising reception efficiently and humanely.
AI4 min read
Which AI models are there, and when do you use which one?
ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Llama or Mistral: which AI model do you choose for your software? In this blog we briefly list the best-known models and show why that choice is less about the model, and more about your process, your data and who checks the outcome.
App development3 min read
Taken over an existing app from another team? Here is how to keep a grip on maintenance and further development
You had an application developed. Everything was going well… until the original development team left, the collaboration ended or you decided to move to a new supplier. But how do you make sure you do not lose control of maintenance, quality and the future of your app?
AI4 min read
AI in your business application: how far can you go today, with and without Mendix?
AI stopped being a distant prospect long ago. From answering customer questions automatically to spotting errors in invoices: smart AI applications are finding their way into business applications more and more often. But how do you do that as an organisation? What can you already do with AI today, and how far do you get with low-code platforms such as Mendix?
App development3 min read
Joshua's next step as a Business Engineer
At JAM-IT we work with great dedication on developing smart, user-friendly IT solutions for our clients. Our colleague Joshua is a fine example of that. After a long and successful assignment at Gemeente Rotterdam, he recently started somewhere new: at housing landlord Woonhave. In this blog he talks about his move, what he has learned and what he is now working on with a lot of energy.
App development3 min read
A look behind the scenes of our IT traineeship, with Parminder
At JAM-IT we believe that young talent is the future. That is why we developed an IT traineeship that prepares starters for a role as Mendix Business Engineer in a short space of time. But what does that really look like in practice? Rather than simply telling you, we would like to let you look through the eyes of one of our trainees: Parminder.
App development3 min read
Small team, big plans? Here is how low-code helps you build faster
You have a good idea. Maybe even a groundbreaking one. There is just one problem: your team is small and your resources are limited. No army of developers. No endless budget. And yet you want to move forward.
App development2 min read
Meet the team: JAM-IT's Business Officer Eefje
In this blog series we introduce our people to you. Today it is the turn of Eefje, our energetic and versatile Business Officer at JAM-IT.
App development3 min read
Not saying goodbye to your old systems just yet: how to integrate legacy with modern low-code apps
You want to innovate. Move fast, automate, give users a slick digital experience. But... you are still running on that one outdated database. Or on that ERP system nobody quite knows the workings of any more, apart from Kees, who is retiring soon.
App development2 min read
Meet the team: JAM-IT's Mendix Business Engineer Parminder
In this blog series we introduce our people to you. Today we introduce Parminder, our curious and creative IT Trainee at JAM-IT.
Products and tools3 min read
The power of observability: getting logs, metrics and traces right for your app
In a professional application, good observability is not optional: it is your lifeline when something unexpected happens. At JAM-IT we believe a good app should not only work well, but should also explain well what is going on when things go wrong. That is why we build observability in as standard through logs, metrics and traces, the three pillars that keep you in control of your application.
App development4 min read
5 integrations that lift your app to a higher level, and why they are indispensable
But which integrations are really worth the effort? And which problems do they solve for your users? In this article we share the five most valuable integrations we regularly implement for our clients, including hypothetical scenarios and why they can improve your app.
App development4 min read
5 common mistakes when choosing between a web app and a native app
Many companies think that building a native app simply means building an app made specifically for iOS or Android. The reality is that building a native app often takes more work than building a web app. After all, a native app is fully tied to the operating system it runs on. In many cases that means writing, testing and maintaining separate code for every platform version.
App development4 min read
5 questions to ask an app developer before you commit
You have a great idea for an app and you are looking for a development partner to build it. But how do you pick the right one? Not all developers are the same, and the wrong choice can cost you dearly, in time, money and frustration.
App development4 min read
From idea to impact: how to validate your app idea without writing a line of code
You have a brilliant idea for an app. It is going to shake up the market, amaze users and have investors queuing up. But before you put thousands of euros into developing your app, ask yourself this crucial question first:
App development5 min read
From downloads to breakthroughs: how to use your data cleverly to grow your app
Data is the key to success for your app. It gives you crucial insight into how users behave, where they drop out and what actually excites them. In our earlier blog "The psychology behind successful apps" you discovered how important it is to play to the "lazy brain" of your users. Now we go a step further: how do you use data to measure, validate and apply those psychological insights to take your app to the next level?
App development4 min read
Do not forget to automate your sub-processes (it pays off more than you think)
Your core processes are digitalised. A fine step! But whatever you do, do not forget your sub-processes. Many organisations overlook them when they digitalise, even though that is exactly where a great deal of opportunity lies.
App development5 min read
Speed matters in app development, but make sure you do not go too fast
When can we go live? It is often the first question asked at the start of a new app project. And although speed can be crucial to the success of your app, there is a dangerous paradox hidden in that haste. Because by wanting to go too fast, you run the risk of losing valuable time.
App development5 min read
The psychology behind successful apps: how smart app design plays to your lazy brain
You have a great idea for an app. The technology is solid and the design looks beautiful. But that is only the beginning. Because if you want people to genuinely enjoy using your app, you need to understand how their brains work.
Ways of working3 min read
A look behind the scenes at our IT traineeship
At JAM-IT we believe young talent is the future. That is why we set up a dedicated IT traineeship in which starters get the chance to dive into the world of IT in a short space of time. Have you successfully completed the traineeship with us? Congratulations! You can then call yourself a Business Engineer. But what does this traineeship actually involve? Rather than simply telling you, we would like to take you behind the scenes.
Products and tools3 min read
Documentation: from headache to streamlined process
At many organisations, creating and maintaining documentation is a headache. Documentation is often out of date or, worse still, missing entirely. There had to be a better way, we thought at JAM-IT. So we developed an approach that turns documentation into a streamlined process.
App development5 min read
Having an app built as a startup? Do not forget these things
You have a fantastic idea for an app and cannot wait to have it built. But be careful. Many startups come unstuck here. We have seen far too many startups have an expensive app built, only to be disappointed by the results. Want to avoid that? Then take these steps first:
App development4 min read
4 ways to get data out of your app and use it somewhere else
Your application generates and collects all kinds of data. Chances are you want to use that data outside your app as well. For analysis, for training AI models or to support other business processes, for example. There are several ways to make that happen. We have set out the four most common methods, including their pros and cons. You can use these methods for low-code applications as well as for traditional (high-code) applications.
Ways of working4 min read
It is official: JAM-IT is ISO 27001 certified!
Over the past few months we have taken you along on our road to certification. From password managers to Mobile Device Management, and from internal audits to the preparations for the external audit, step by step we have worked on raising our information security. And we have since officially earned our ISO 27001 certificate.
App development3 min read
The synergy between AI and low-code: a look ahead at the future of development
Talking to Armando Jacobus gives us a unique insight into his view on the impact of AI on low-code development. Armando shares his experiences with the rise of AI tools such as Github CoPilot and ChatGPT and how they are changing the software development landscape. At the same time we take an honest look at Mendix, one of the most popular low-code platforms and the one JAM-IT works with.
App development3 min read
Getting started with Mendix is easier than you think
Starting with new technology is always exciting. Where do I begin? What does it involve? What will I have at the end? Understandable questions, and ones we get regularly. The nice thing about Mendix is how easy it is to get into. In fact, you can have the basis of your application up and running within a few minutes. In this article we show you how easy it is to get started with Mendix.
App development4 min read
What kind of applications can you build in Mendix?
Mendix is a low-code platform. When developing your applications you can use ready-made building blocks and a visual builder. That speeds up the development process and means people with less programming experience can build and extend apps too. This way of developing is still fairly new to many people. That is why we are regularly asked what kind of applications you can build with Mendix. In this article we will show you.
App development4 min read
Digitising a complex process? Here is how to make it manageable
Sometimes digitising and automating processes looks like an enormous mountain that has to be climbed in one go. That feels overwhelming. We regularly see organisations carrying on with sub-optimal processes for far too long because of it. A shame. It is perfectly possible to digitise and automate your processes in small steps. In fact, as far as we are concerned that is far smarter than doing everything at once.
App development4 min read
An app that stands still is an app that falls behind
Congratulations, your app is live! But do not sit back just yet. The real work starts now. An app that is live is anything but the end of the line.
App development3 min read
ISO certifications for Mendix projects: how to meet the requirements far more easily
For organisations that develop IT solutions, ISO certifications can be of great value. With an ISO certification you demonstrate that the systems and processes within your IT project meet international standards. The most common ISO standards for IT projects are ISO 27001 (aimed at information security) and ISO 9001 (aimed at quality management). To qualify for an ISO certification you have to meet quite a few requirements. That can be a real challenge. Do you work with Mendix? Then there is a way to make this much easier. In this article we explain…
App development4 min read
How transport companies work more efficiently and cut costs through digitalisation
In the transport sector, efficiency is crucial to profitability. Speeding up a shipment from point A to B means you can carry out more shipments, at lower cost. Digitalising your processes is therefore an investment that quickly pays for itself many times over.
Ways of working3 min read
A project at JAM-IT
Do you want JAM-IT to build an application for you? Or are you simply curious how an IT project works? In this article we explain how we approach a project.
App development5 min read
Make your financial organisation future-proof: 4 powerful ways to digitalise
If you want to still be relevant as a financial organisation in the future, you have to digitalise. It is that simple. Digitalisation shifts your organisation up a gear. You deliver more value in less time, make fewer mistakes and help your clients reach their goals faster. Are your competitors taking big steps in that direction while you are not? Then it is only a matter of time before you are overtaken. How far along are you with digitalising your processes?
App development4 min read
Bring locations to life in your applications with geo
This is how geo makes applications more powerful. There is more you can do with geo in applications than you probably think.
Technology4 min read
The benefits of Mendix, and when it might be less suitable
Is Mendix the right choice for your organisation or project? We are happy to help you answer that question. Mendix very often offers big advantages, but sometimes you are better off with another option. We will give you the honest story, so you can make a well-considered choice.
Meet the team1 min read
Meet the team: JAM-IT's Office Manager Clarissa
In this blog series we introduce our people to you. Today we introduce Clarissa, our Office Manager.
Products and tools4 min read
Will AI leave developers without work? A look into the future
There is a good chance that low-code will become the standard way of developing apps before long. Meanwhile, AI technology is more powerful and more accessible than ever. ChatGPT grew to 100 million users in record time. What do these developments mean for the way we will develop apps in the future? Will all traditional developers be out of work? We do not think so. In fact, we think their work will become much more enjoyable. This article explains why.
Meet the team2 min read
Meet the team: Mendix Business Engineer Michael
In this blog series we are glad to introduce you to Michael, one of our Mendix Business Engineers with a passion for technology and innovation. Michael is fascinated by the way technology is changing the world.
Products and tools3 min read
Mendix 10 arrives in June: what can you expect?
The newest version of Mendix comes out in June: Mendix 10. What can you expect from this new version of Mendix? And what does it mean for you if you are currently on an older version of Mendix? You can read all about it in this article.
Meet the team2 min read
Meet the team: JAM-IT's marketeer Julia
In this blog series we introduce our people to you. Today we introduce one of our newest team members: Julia, our marketeer.
App development4 min read
Low-code: the new standard in software development
For a long time low-code played a supporting role in software development. The larger, more complex applications were built the traditional way and low-code was an addition to that. We now see that shifting. Low-code is well on its way to becoming the new standard in software development. Will you be the exception if you do not work with low-code? We think so.
Meet the team1 min read
Meet the team: Frontend Mendix Business Engineer Yin
In this blog series we introduce our people to you. Today we would like to put one of our team members, Yin, in the spotlight.
Technology4 min read
Extend Mendix with Java and JavaScript
"Is a low-code platform like Mendix not very limiting?" We get that question regularly, and the answer is short: no! Mendix gives you a very solid base that lets you build apps faster and more simply. But you do not have to stop at that base, because you can extend it endlessly. Curious how? Read on.
App development3 min read
Customise your Mendix app with widgets
With the low-code platform Mendix you can easily build apps that work well, even if you do not have much programming experience. Complex code is replaced by a visual builder in which you assemble your apps from standard building blocks. That lets you develop apps at speed, without giving up quality.
JamOps2 min read
The log4j exploit
The log4j exploit is big news. But what impact does it have on you as a Mendix developer? We are here to help!
Augmented reality3 min read
Augmented reality in practice
Applications with AR (augmented reality) have become very popular in recent years. In this blog we explain more about the added value of AR using a real-world example.
Meet the team2 min read
Meet the team: Mendix Business Engineer Joshua
In this blog series we introduce our people to you. Today, one of our heroes: Joshua.
Meet the team2 min read
Meet the team: JAM-IT's co-owner Martijn
In this blog series we introduce our colleagues. Today, the technical brain behind JAM-IT: Martijn.
Data1 min read
Data gone missing? Protect your application with JamOps
We have added a feature to our JamOps tool to prevent data in a Mendix application being lost.
Meet the team4 min read
Meet the team: JAM-IT's co-owner Armando
In this blog series we introduce our people to you. Today we tell you about the person it all started with: Armando.
App development2 min read
Our quality standards for enterprise applications
You have certain expectations of a professional IT company. Think of building a reliable and scalable application and being able to fix errors. In this article we explain how we can guarantee that service.
Meet the team2 min read
Meet the team: Mendix Business Engineer Merijn
JAM-IT is growing and our team is growing with it! In this blog series we introduce our people to you. We start with our newest addition: Merijn.
App development4 min read
Low-code or traditional programming?
Which technology do you choose for your application: low-code or traditional? At JAM-IT we work with both techniques and we are glad to advise you on the best choice.
App development3 min read
Progressive web application (PWA) in Mendix
Mendix World, the biggest low-code event in the world, took place online on 1 September. There Mendix announced an innovation that is going to make it easier for many companies to develop an app.
JamOps3 min read
Indispensable tools for working together efficiently
In a team with several developers, working together is crucial. But everyone has their own way of working, and their own way of building something. That often makes it hard to work in the same model together.
App development2 min read
Building applications yourself with a Low-Code platform
In today's world, every company needs more and more software. Think of applications that improve processes, and applications that help you with your core business. Usually you need programmers for that, but where do you find that many developers who also know your business?
App development3 min read
Data Warehouse: exporting and analysing data made easy
Your web application collects a great deal of important business information: think of the number of leads, the number of sales and product stock. Among other things, you can use that data to measure how effective the application is, how the tool is being used and how you are doing against your targets.
App development2 min read
Coronavirus: how Mendix applications are helping Gemeente Rotterdam
GGD Rotterdam-Rijnmond has an important job in curbing the spread of the coronavirus. They register and follow patients, the results of their tests and their route through the healthcare system.
Meet the team3 min read
From trainee Business Engineer to professional
> "Thanks to the professional team and working with Mendix, I have already been able to do several great assignments within four weeks." > > By Remco den Hartog, Trainee Business Engineer at JAM-IT
Automation3 min read
4 benefits of an automated advisory process
Advising and activating: those are values that financial services hold in high regard. Informing is naturally part of that. Because once a client has acted on your advice, you want the service they took on to keep serving them well.
App development2 min read
How to generate Word documents quickly and accurately
Working efficiently and accurately are important cornerstones for you as a financial adviser. We understand that completely! That is why we are glad to make the cut, paste and copy trick unnecessary. On the basis of research and experience, our Word specialists have developed software that makes your work quicker and easier.