About ISE
ISE is a one-stop business services resource for companies that need solutions to manage discrete manufacturing operations.
ISE puts people first, just like the manufacturers we serve. With our powerful MES solution, hands-on support, and decades of experience, we help discrete manufacturers stay focused on what matters most: Your People. Your Factory.
OUR BRAND PROMISE: Get quantifiable results by building systems that leverage data and production floor capabilities by…
Listening
Learning
Executing
Average Years of Customer Retention
Factories Operated with Our Products
Diverse Lines of Companies Served
States with Client Headquarters
Countries with Client Headquarters
Where We Started
Where We Are Now
The Beginning
ISE & Paper-Less were founded by Wisconsin native and veteran John Van Kempen. In the 1980’s IBM dismantled its marketing departments and gave territories to former marketing representatives to handle the accounts themselves. IBM was continuously recruiting people with experience and software foundations, and shortly after they found John.
1984
John had the experience and expertise needed for the transition, serving in the Navy and working as a systems engineer for 9 years. Information Systems Engineering was then founded in 1984. Shortly after this career adjustment, John realized there was a void between ERPs and the shop floor. In the dining room of a local McDonald’s on a napkin, the idea for Paper-Less was created. John transformed his family’s lake house into the official headquarters for ISE & Paper-Less.
Our experience lies in the numbers.
Our team offers a suite of services to help improve your business processes, take advantage of your ERP investment, upgrade your enterprise architecture, provide migration services, develop custom applications, and manage it with our proven methodologies.
Consulting
Average years per employee
90 YEARS of combined staff experience!
RPG Programming
Average years per employee
350 YEARS of combined staff experience!
.NET Programming
Average years per employee
200 YEARS of combined staff experience!
IBM Systems
Average years per employee
200 YEARS of combined staff experience!
ISE has many strengths, but our biggest is our people.
Our team enjoys working with our clients, resulting in longstanding relationships. Our employees are broadly skilled, from software developers to senior business consultants and project managers.
‘Trusted Advisor’ says a lot in two simple words. Trust between your suppliers and you as the customer is imperative. ISE has had numerous customers for over 30 years, and that doesn’t happen without a foundation of trust. We apply our experience in manufacturing, software solutions, and professional services to recommend the best answers. Our contributions are also always led by a “customer first” attitude.
Leadership
Following John’s retirement, leadership and ownership was shifted to his children Erin Bonde and Dan Van Kempen:
“Our goal is to continue to make sure this is a family-oriented and innovative company.
Like our father said, ‘there’s no reason why your work environment can’t be fun.'”
– Erin & Dan
2nd Generation Owners
Erin Bonde
Director, Marketing & Communications
Leads overall branding, marketing, and communications of the company. She listens to what employees and customers need, implements ISE’s core values, and is an active learner in all creative spaces. Erin enjoys surfing, photography, traveling, theater, and spending time with family and friends.
“Our image is still what my dad wanted it to be – a family-oriented customer-driven company.”
Dan Van Kempen
Director, Partnerships & Contracts
Focused on long-term planning and creating initiatives to further ISE’s goals. He is dedicated to solving complex business problems to achieve efficiency. Dan enjoys all things water sports, motorcycling, boating, and spending time with loved ones.
“My goal for ISE & MV2 to be relevant 25 plus years from now.”
Partner with ISE
ISE brings real-world experience, people-first support, and practical ERP and MES expertise to help manufacturers modernize, connect systems, and boost visibility; right alongside your team.
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Careers
Where Core Values Aren’t Just Posters—They’re How We Work
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Support
The ISE Support Team helps you upgrade, install, and troubleshoot with confidence. Backed by expert guidance to keep your systems running smoothly.
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Contact Us
Let’s connect! Whether you’re looking for answers, support, or a partner who gets your goals, we’re here for you. Reach out and let’s build something great together.
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