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House of Control's journey in a nutshell

What was stolen? This is what the insurance company asked Lasse Sten when the then managing director of a computer equipment distributor reported a break-in at his office in Oslo.

He and his colleagues quite simply could not present a valid list of what was missing, let alone provide key data such as the model name, purchase price and age.

House of Control's journey is marked by innovation, customer-driven development, and strategic growth. From its inception following a break-in incident to becoming a part of Europe's leading business software provider, this timeline highlights the key milestones that have shaped the company. Discover how House of Control evolved from a simple idea into a market leader in contract management and IFRS 16 solutions, driven by customer engagement and strategic investments. Below is a detailed chronology of significant events in our history.

  1. 2006
    Funded

    After experiencing a break-in at his office in Oslo, Lasse Sten realizes the need for better inventory management. He develops the idea of security labels linked to a digital register containing key information like prices, serial numbers, expiry dates, users, and other important documentation.

  2. 2010
    NOK 10M ARR

    The solutions were positively received by the market. And the customers did more than use the security labels; they asked questions and made suggestions. “Couldn’t this digital register also be used to give us an overview of bigger things like our ongoing contracts with suppliers and customers?”

  3. 2012-21
    Gaselle X6

    Of course, the answer was yes. Continued customer engagement drives innovation and technological development, leading to a tool that helps users cut non-essential supplies, manage contract expirations and renewals, reduce dependency on key personnel, and improve budgeting accuracy.

  4. 2015
    Viking Venture

    When the investors in Viking Venture acquired a majority stake in House of Control in 2015, it gave the company further momentum: It led to the professionalization of management, better organization, renewed focus on customer satisfaction, and financial resources for expansion into new markets, organically and through M&A.

  5. 2016
    30+ Employees

    Continued development and market success expand the company’s capabilities and customer base.

  6. 2022
    30+ Acquired by Visma

    Becomes an independent business within the Visma family, leveraging greater resources and market reach.